12 ECTS credits
315 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 1016051BNR for all students in the 1st and 2nd semester at a (B) Bachelor - advanced level.
Theory :
On the hand of prominent buildings of the 20e century architectural history en of the actual building production, the student is introduced in the method of working, the methodologies and the design process of the concerning architect.
The methodologies are transmitted by text and image related to the fundamental design with both a specific professional knowledge and a large socio-cultural context.
Critical confrontations are organised between projects concerning the design, the material, the environment, the detailing, ... where it is most important that the student learns to look with professionalism, that means with a critical and searching view.
Studio work :
Learning to design a building and its morphology, with sense for economy of material and conceptual resources and for a flexible use of spaces ;
a simple, functional, technical and an optimal ergonomic plan-concept ;
a sophisticated outer wall composition ;
the graphic design of a architectural composition ;
intelligent, innovating and flexible management of simple programs (aims, requirements, objectives) ;
developing appropriate representation techniques.
The contents of the courses Design Methodology I, Morphology I, History of Architecture I, Building Technology I ... .
The Bachelor has a broad fundamental knowledge and understanding of the universal architectonic design principles related to form, space and order.
The Bachelor has a broad fundamental knowledge and understanding of the ecological and socio-cultural impact of construction and the criteria for designing sustainable architecture.
The Bachelor can analyse a problem statement within socio-cultural and ecological boundary conditions and can, based on that, develop a well-substantiated vision.
The Bachelor can develop a design project with societal added value through the integration of architectural vision, constructive logic, sound construction and imagination.
The Bachelor can reflect on the principles of sustainable development in the built environment and can translate them in a design.
The Bachelor can communicate through text, speech, graphics, visuals and scale models by making use of the appropriate vocabulary.
The Bachelor can reflect in a rational, abstract and critical way on the own work and that of others.
The Bachelor can work independently and in team.
The Bachelor has comprehended the ecological, social and cultural impact of the discipline and consciously strives for sustainable, ethical design decisions.
The Bachelor has an attitude that demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to the discipline and the ambition to translate this into life-long learning.
The Bachelor has an inventive and problem-solving attitude.
The Bachelor has awareness of the ever more rapidly changing needs of users and society.
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
LEC Practical Assignment determines 10% of the final mark.
SELF Practical Assignment determines 35% of the final mark.
Other determines 55% of the final mark.
Within the LEC Practical Assignment category, the following assignments need to be completed:
Within the SELF Practical Assignment category, the following assignments need to be completed:
Within the Other category, the following assignments need to be completed:
This offer is part of the following study plans:
Bachelor of Architectural Engineering: Standaard traject (only offered in Dutch)