Syllabus

"Architects [and landscape architects] are called upon to comprehend the technical aspects of design, systems and materials, and be able to apply that comprehension to their services. Additionally they must appreciate their role in the implementation of design decisions, and the impact of such decisions on the environment. Students learning aspirations include:
• Creating designs with well-integrated systems.
• Comprehending constructability.
• Incorporating life safety systems.
• Integrating accessibility.
• Applying principles of sustainable design."

*Adapted from 2009 National Architectural Accrediting Board Performance Criteria

Overview
This seminar examines two related aspects of the role of construction technology in architecture and landscape Architecture: methods of integrating systems (structure, enclosure, services, site and interiors) in support of a design concept, and the possibilities of expressing these systems in form and detail. The vehicles for this work include student led reading and discussion, focused case studies of significant, well designed precedent buildings/landscapes, site visits and analysis of campus facilities.

Learning Outcomes
In this course, students will demonstrate the

• ability to gather, assess, record, apply, and comparatively evaluate information and related to construction technologies and design intent.

• ability to examine and comprehend the fundamental principles present in relevant precedents.

• understanding formal ordering systems inherent in technical systems as they inform two- and three-dimensional design.

Requirements
Students are required to attend all classes and participate regularly in discussions. There are required readings (with discussion), lecture and case study presentations and resources, and one or more local field trips. Field trips are scheduled during class time and on those days, students are expected to wear clothing and shoes appropriate to visiting construction sites.

There are two types of assignments: reading and discussion forums, and rigorous focused graphic analyse ssubmitted before class and presented several times during the semester.

Course Organization
The course is organized as follows

Detailed information is provided on the Schedule.

All work will be submitted on BbLearn as noted on each assignment.

Grading Criteria
Participation in class discussions and field trips, and timely completion of all assignments is required. Missed classes and late submissions may result in a lower grade. Evaluation criteria are as follows:

University of Idaho Classroom Learning Civility

In any environment in which people gather [in person or on line] to learn, it is essential that all members feel as free and safe as possible in their participation. To this end, it is expected that everyone in this course will be treated with mutual respect and civility, with an understanding that all of us (students, instructors, professors, guests, and teaching assistants) will be respectful and civil to one another in discussion, in action, in teaching, and in learning. Should you feel our classroom interactions do not reflect an environment of civility and respect, you are encouraged to meet with your instructor during office hours to discuss your concern. Additional resources for expression of concern or requesting support include the Dean of Students office and staff (5-6757), the UI Counseling & Testing Center's confidential services (5-6716), or the UI Office of Human Rights, Access, & Inclusion (5-4285).

Disability Services Statement
Reasonable accommodations are available for students who have a documented disability. Please notify the instructor during the first week of class of any accommodation(s) needed for the course. Late notification may mean that requested accommodations might not be available. All accommodations must be approved through Disability Support Services located in the Idaho Commons Building, Room 333.