Carleton University · ARCH 1221

Material Histories of Architecture

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

Historical survey of architecture and conservation through material practices, transformation, and innovation around the world. Study of thousand-year old methods, monuments, and heritage sites, following materials including clay, metals, wood, or concrete, and studying their relations to landscapes, built forms, cultures, and climate.

Prerequisites

  • Prerequisite(s): Registration in the Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS) program.

Conditions and arrangements

  • Precludes additional credit for Precludes additional credit for ARCC 1202 (no longer offered), ARCC 3502 (no longer offered).
  • Prerequisite(s): Registration in the Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS) program.
  • Three hour lecture
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Historical survey of architecture and conservation through material practices, transformation, and innovation around the world. Study of thousand-year old methods, monuments, and heritage sites, following materials including clay, metals, wood, or concrete, and studying their relations to landscapes, built forms, cultures, and climate.

  • Prerequisite(s): Registration in the Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS) program.
  • Precludes additional credit for Precludes additional credit for ARCC 1202 (no longer offered), ARCC 3502 (no longer offered).
  • Three hour lecture

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