Ancient Architecture ARCH 2303

Course description:

This course covers building at the first civilizations, with a focus on classical architecture such as Greek and Roman, medieval buildings at middle Ages.Focus on the different architectural styles pop through the ages above, with the development of the most important architectural and construction system used in each style, through to the characteristics and the advantages of each style.Study the technical and aesthetic aspects in each architectural style, as well as studying of the various factors that contributed to the formation of these civilizations and thus influenced the evolution of cities where, especially in the Roman era and the Renaissance.

Course Aims:

This course aims at: 
  • Introducing the student to his / her not only on the architectural styles through the ancient and medieval times, but also the philosophy of architecture by analyzing History Of Prehistoric (Pharaonic, Persian, Greek, Romanian, Byzantine) to the early Middle Ages to begin early Christian architecture, right down to Romanesque architecture, Gothic architecture, Renaissance, neoclassical. 
  • Finally, the evolution of architecture pattern on the impact of the industrial revolution to give way to the birth of modern architecture.

Course outcomes:

The student upon completion of his study to this course is able to:
  • Have a depth of knowledge in the patterns and attributes or philosophy of architecture in ancient civilizations (Pharaonic architecture, architecture in Persia, architecture Greek, Romanian, Byzantine).
  • Thorough knowledge of architectural styles in the Middle Ages (Romanesque architecture, Gothic and Renaissance).
  • The ability to discern and learn styles and architectural elements and attributes as well as structural elements ups during historical times until the Industrial Revolution.
  • Knowledge of the student for the first nucleus of what has called urban planning crystallized in the Roman era and the Renaissance in the form of respect.