Carleton University · ARCH 4302

Pre-Columbian Architecture

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

Monumental temples of the ancient Mesoamericans are compared with other world traditions at similar levels of cultural development. Selected examples considered in terms of morphology, technology, iconography, social/political context, world view and general architectural theory. (Theory/History Elective).

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): ARCH 2300 or permission of the School.

Conditions and arrangements

  • Prerequisite(s): ARCH 2300 or permission of the School.
  • Lectures three hours a week.
Reference text in its original language

Monumental temples of the ancient Mesoamericans are compared with other world traditions at similar levels of cultural development. Selected examples considered in terms of morphology, technology, iconography, social/political context, world view and general architectural theory. (Theory/History Elective).

  • Prerequisite(s): ARCH 2300 or permission of the School.
  • Lectures three hours a week.

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Source reference : https://calendar.carleton.ca/calendars/2022-2023/undergrad/undergradprograms/architecturalstudies/

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