This is a foundational course introducing the field of architecture and urbanism as it has been historically constructed; it investigates the formulation of canons, contrarian practices, and narratives that frame discourses and practices today. The objectives are to understand the genealogies of the modern tradition, establish a knowledge of the disciplinary milestones, and to articulate critical theoretical frameworks.

This course introduces a range of conceptual frameworks & techniques that embrace the highly generative agency of representational media in the architectural design process. Varying theoretical perspectives, grounded in architecture¿s history & conventions, situate student learning activities to iterate between different representational techniques, utilizing both analog & digital technologies, skills, & workflows to support a critical & creative design practice.

Independent Study Prerequisite: Permission of the chair.

Student will engage with faculty on selected topics in Architecture Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor

Advanced independent research on topics selected by individual students in consultation with a faculty advisor Prerequisite: Permission of the chair.