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CSAR 131 Louisiana Architecture, 1700-1865 (3)
Architecture in Louisiana from colonial to early Victorian period, as seen in the work of important architects and builders and in vernacular construction. The planning of towns and forts is examined, especially in New Orleans. The course illustrates the development in the 18th century of the distinctive Louisiana Colonial style, its mingling with styles introduced from the East Coast after the Louisiana Purchase, and the gradual dominance in the mid-19th century of international Anglo-American styles. The effects on architecture of climate, natural resources, early industrialism and the rich ethnic mix of Louisiana are considered. Field trips to the Vieux Carre, plantations and the Garden District are scheduled. Previous experience in courses using slide presentations is useful.
CSAR 132 New Orleans Architecture (3)
Architecture in New Orleans, from Native American to contemporary times, will be investigated. Regional, national, and international influence on local architectural heritage will be examined. The designs of prominent local architects and builders will be explored, as well as the vernacular forms of architectural styles found throughout New Orleans.
CSAR 141 Historic Preservation and Renovation (3)
The course reviews the history and theory of historic preservation, as well as the modern concepts that have been developed for contemporary needs. The process of structural analysis is studied; methods of consolidation of structures are viewed in detail and illustrated with study cases. The economics of recycling, the involvement of governmental offices and the benefits of the existing tax incentives are analyzed.
CSAR 205 Introduction to Japanese Architecture (3)
This course surveys and analyzes the interaction of geography, secular history, and religious beliefs through the study of Japanese architecture up to the end of the Meiji Period. Particular emphasis is given to the influences of the Shintoism and the Buddhism on Japanese architecture and style.
CSAR 241 Historic Preservation Law (3)
Overview of legal theories as well as local, state, and federal laws applicable to historic preservation.
CSAR 260 Old and Green: Where Historic Preservation and Environmental Conservation Overlap (3)
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CSAR 281 Urban Space (3)
This course leads students to a better understanding the historical and cultural forces that have shaped today’s urban spaces.
DSGN 101, 102 Architecture Studio (6)
As an introduction to the basic concerns and procedures of architectural design, students are given an immediate experience of the design process, developing their capacity to conceive,m manipulate and analyze architectural form. Skills of architectural representation are stressed, enabling students to epxress and communicate their ideas. The studio develops the students' capacity for critical thinking through constructive evaluation.
DSGN 300 Architecture Studio (6)
DSTP Digital Graphics (3)
HSTA 111 Introduction to Architecture (3)
The theoretical, analytical and formal structure of architectural thinking, is shown through lectures, field trips, readings, tests and a semester notebook. This general introduction to architecture emphasizes its cultural, aesthetic, functional, phenomenal, social, historic, and professional dimensions.
STEC 122 Structures and Technology (3)
Corequisite: Design 102
An introduction to materials and methods involved in building construction, providing an overview of the many systems that must be understood and applied in the design of buildings. The role of structure, materials, and thermal comfort and mechanical systems play in generating and defining building form is explored historically in current practices. |
