6851 (v.4) Architecture and Culture 202


Area:

Department of Architecture and Interior Architecture

Credits:

12.5

Contact Hours:

2.0
 
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Lecture:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Anti Requisite(s):

12557 (v.2) Architecture and Culture 222
 

Syllabus:

An interpretation of 19th and 20th century architectural ideals, principles and theories and an examination of the impact of these concepts on Australian architectural and environmental development. Theoretical approaches to concepts of 'community'. The influence of physical, social, economic and political factors on planning, and individuals and land use. An introduction and analysis of 'modernism' and 'the modern movement'. The discussion and analysis of issues facing the architect and the profession of architecture in today's world.
 
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Field of Education:

40100 Architecture and Urban Environment (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

2

Extent to which this unit or thesis
utilises online information:

Not Online

Result Type:

Grade/Mark

Availability

Year Location Period Internal Area External Central External
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y    
Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area