Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | CONTEXT 1.2 ARCHITECTURE AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT | ||
Code | ARCH121 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr T Schmiedeknecht Architecture Torstens@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2020-21 | Level 4 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Aims |
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The module is aiming to equip students with the tools to independently analyse and understand the formal arrangements and qualities of buildings, with a view to also enhance students' design abilities. The module seeks to encourage students to assess the appropriateness of means applied to different building tasks, from small shelters to large infrastructural buildings like airports. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Ability to make informed judgements on and to identify and analyse different types of buildings |
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(LO2) Ability to read and understand architectural drawings |
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(LO3) Ability to understand, record and document specific aspects of buildings |
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(LO4) Ability to judge the required appropriateness of means for different building tasks |
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(S1) Research skills - all information skills |
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(S2) Improving Own Learning / Performance - reflective practice |
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(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - presentation skills - written |
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(S4) Critical thinking and problem solving - critical analysis |
Syllabus |
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Students will be shown a series of buildings of varying sizes (XS, S, M, L, XL) and in the lectures these buildings will be presented by looking at and analysing their plans, sections, elevations, context, internal and external space, type, circulation and materiality. Furthermore issues of private and public space, private and public buildings, ensembles, composition, symmetry / asymmetry, the repetition of elements and spaces, and fronts and backs, will be discussed. The items on the reading list will be available through the library (hard copy and e-journal) and students are expected to study the texts, as they are essential for the understanding of the module content. The lecture slides will be made available through VITAL and will form part of the learning resources. Students should, at the end of the module, have a 'visual' library of approximately 30 different buildings at their disposal, covering a range of sizes, programmes and architectural types. In dependent reading on the buildings discussed is recommended. If there is no material available, copies of articles will be made available on VITAL. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Lecture Teaching Method 2 - 12 synchronous online seminars, 2 hours / week. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
18 |
6 |
24 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 126 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Assessment ID: Exam Assessment Description: Exam Reassessment Opportunity: Yes Penalty for Late Submission: N/A Anonymous Assessment: Yes | 1 hour | 50 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
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Assessment ID: Coursework 1 Assessment Description: Students to prepare a portfolio of coursework exercises. Reassessment Opportunity: Yes Penalty for Late Submission: Standard UoL penalty Anonymo | N/A | 50 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |