Main Field of Study and progress level:
Architecture: First cycle, has less than 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
Grading scale: Two-grade scale
Responsible department: Umeå School of Architecture
Established by: Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 2015-06-21
Revised by: Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 2023-06-27
Contents
Through experimentation, project-based teaching and theoretical reflection, the course aims to provide basic orientation in the subject of architecture. The course examines the concepts of space, scale and body. Students will learn to develop methods to synthesize practical and theoretical knowledge. The course introduces the essential skills and tools, such as digital and analogue sketching, drawing and modelling. The course consists of both group-based and individually process-oriented project work discussed in the group. Briefings and critiques are essential parts of both the pedagogical approach and the examination.
The course is divided into five modules:
Introduction: Space and Body (3 credits)
Workshop: Space and Scale (3 credits)
Project: Spatial Scenarios (3 credits)
Project: Space and Narrative (4,5 credits)
Project: Space and Communication (1,5 credits)
Expected learning outcomes
For a passing result, the student must be able to:
Carry out a process-oriented project work
Show knowledge about sustainable development in the society
Show knowledge of the connection between architectural, social and environmental aspects of the society
Apply basic methods for spatial analysis
Explore an architectural vision
Communicate ideas verbally, in written and in design
Critically account for spatial elements and relations
Document and present a project work
Reflect on her/his own working process
Form of instruction
The teaching consists of project work, individually and in groups. The forms of teaching can be practical exercises, individual tutoring, group discussions and critiques as well as lectures, seminars, field studies, workshops and field trips.
Examination modes
On this course, there will be oral and written examinations, individually and in groups. The outcomes of the different modules will be assessed during the course through exercises and compulsory assignments of the assessing nature.
The grades Pass (G) and Fail (U) are used. To pass the course, all examinations and mandatory modules need to be completed and assigned a pass grade. The grade is a summary assessment of the results of the examinations of the different modules. To pass requires attendance at the instructor-led teaching that is of tentative nature and a Pass grade on the oral, written and design examinations.
Examiners may decide to deviate from the modes of assessment in the course syllabus. Individual adaption of modes of assessment must give due consideration to the student's needs. The adaption of modes of assessment must remain within the framework of the intended learning outcomes in the course syllabus. Students who require an adapted examination must submit a request to the department holding the course no later than 10 days before the examination. The examiner decides on the adaption of the examination, after which the student will be notified.
Students who have achieved a pass are not permitted to retake an examination. Students who do not pass an examination have the right to retake examinations. The date of the retake must be notified no later than the date of the regular examination. The first opportunity to retake an examination is to be offered no later than two months after the regular examination, but no earlier than 10 working days after students have been notified of the results of the regular examination. For examinations held in May and June, the first opportunity to retake the examination is to be offered within three months of the regular examination session. In addition, at least one further re-examination is offered within a year from the regular exam date.
A student who has failed two consecutive examinations has the right to get another examiner, unless specific reasons arise (HF Ch. 6 § 22). Requests for another examiner are submitted to the head of department at Umeå School of Architecture.
Other regulations
In the event of a course syllabus being withdrawn or undergoing major changes, students are guaranteed at least three examination opportunities (including the regular examination session) in accordance with the previous course syllabus during a maximum of two years from the expiry of the course syllabus or the discontinuation of the course.
Literature
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