Academic Catalog

ARCH121 INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURE I

Course Code: 1200121
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 4.0
Department: Architecture
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Course Coordinator: Prof.Dr. AYDAN BALAMÝR
Offered Semester: Fall Semesters.

Course Content

The purpose of the course is to introduce the student to the scope and vocabulary of architecture. Study of the design activity at different scales and levels of space; order and character of places. Analysis of form, structure, use and meaning; physical and cultural influences on architectural form.