ARC 205 — History of World and Traditional Architecture
ARC department course · Nigerian universities
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What you'll be able to do (official learning outcomes)
identify and classify the architecture of the earliest historical periods up to the gothic period
discuss the factors which determine the built form in each of these periods
identify the distinguishing characteristics of especially, Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Chinese, Japanese, early Christian and Islamic architecture
discuss the role of the patrons, traditions and structural innovations on the architecture of these periods
describe using technical and formal vocabulary the architectural styles of these periods and their underpinnings
discuss the significance of architectural history, design, and design periods verbally and in writing
Course contents
Defining traditional and vernacular architecture. Traditional building types in Africa. Identification and analyses of vernacular buildings. Introduction to vernacular architecture. Methods and skills needed to analyse traditional and vernacular architecture. Cultural influences on built form, use of space and meaning.
Source: the Nigerian Universities Commission (NUC) Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS). StudyOps loads this syllabus automatically when you study ARC 205.