ARBE1104
10 units
1000 level
Course handbook
Description
Explores the built environment through pre-Modernist periods. The religious, cultural, social and political factors that underpin architectural styles and major building programs will be examined. Develops writing and information literacy skills.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Describe design developments and articulate a discourse of pre-modern architecture.
2. Develop information literacy, graphic skills and academic writing skills.
Content
The course covers architecture from the dawn of civilisation, to pre-modernist 20th century architecture in various regions with emphasis on regional characteristics and cross-cultural influences. The course supports students' development in information literacy and academic writing techniques.
Assessment items
Report: Graphic Analysis
Essay: Written Analysis
Journal: Journal
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lectorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 3 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s)
Course outline
- ARBE1104 - Semester 2, 2023 (All) (PDF, 126.5 KB)
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.