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The School of Architecture views the design
studio as the core of the curriculum. The design studio is where creative problem-solving
and form generation are explored and information from supporting courses is assimilated.
Following this line of thinking, OSU has one of the strongest curricular commitments to
the design studio of any program in the nation. It is here that our students develop their
strong skills in analysis, conceptualization, and synthesis. The importance of, and the
demands which can be expected of, this portion of the curriculum is illustrated by the six
to nine credit hours which are associated with each of these courses.
Architecture
majors are required to take all of the studios listed below, with the exception of the
elective ARCH 5216 studio. Architectural engineering majors must take ARCH 1111, ARCH
1216, ARCH 2116, ARCH 2216, ARCH 3116, and ARCH 5119.
ARCH 1112: INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURE
The course goal is to prepare students for the wonderful and rigorous journey that
they will be embarking on when choosing a career in architecture. The intention is to
enhance the university experience for the students at the beginning of our program before
they enter the design studio. This will be accomplished by acquainting students with the
workings of the University so that they may feel more a part of the system and stay to
graduation; introducing the process of design and our unique mode of architectural
education; and explaining the profession of architecture - its process and rewards.
ARCH 1216: ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO I
The educational emphasis in Architecture 1216 is on the development of
fundamental, visual, verbal and writing abilities and on a basic design vocabulary. The
learning process focuses primarily on design studio activity which encourages the creative
exploration of both real and theoretical problems, the intent being to identify and
understand certain basic design issues, influences and processes which help to shape
design solutions.
ARCH 2116: ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO II
The primary goal is to begin to develop the student's proficiency in applying the
abstract principles, knowledge and skill they acquired in ARCH 1216 to SOLVE ARCHITECTURAL
PROBLEMS. Central to that goal is helping the student to learn various methods and
processes for approaching and solving architectural problems. They will be exposed to
various methods of analyzing an architectural problem, determining its essence, arriving
at a concept, and presenting the solution to others.
ARCH 2216: ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO III
The course intends to develop the students awareness and understanding of
philosophical and pragmatic issues in architecture and how solutions to those stated human
needs for shelter can be met by design. The course also intends to develop the students
understanding of and ability to use a variety of design processes or methodologies, each
having a common thread of problem analysis, concept search, concept development and
presentation.
ARCH 3116: ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO IV
Building upon earlier design experiences, this course continues to develop the
student in several ways. This course promotes understanding the use of abstract design
theories in solving aesthetic and form aspects of architectural problems, exploration and
appropriate use of architectural ordering systems such as circulation, solar orientation,
function, scale, structure, distribution, etc., and understanding and applying various
analytic and design processes and methods. In addition, the student continues to develop
the ability to accomplish graphic and three-dimensional design study and presentation
techniques, as well as the ability to verbally communicate architectural concepts and
solutions to others.
ARCH 3216: ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO V
This course continues to develop the student's analytical, problem-solving,
conceptual, design and presentation skills. The integration of the structural and
environmental control courses and their relationship to architectural form, function,
space and orientation are stressed. Further, the course attempts to develop the student's
awareness and understanding of energy and environment related issues to the field of
architecture. This course also provides a venue for the exploration of computer
applications in architectural design and presentation.
ARCH 4117: ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO VI
This course builds upon learning experiences in earlier courses, yet provides the
student with experience in analyzing and solving architectural problems within the context
of urban settings. It is intended to further develop the student's understanding of: (1)
the physical, social, economic, cultural, historic and symbolic context of architecture
and other major technical, legal and human factors which shape the urban environment; and,
(2) the relationship between the individual building and the setting in which it exists.
ARCH 4217: ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO VII
Building upon earlier design experiences, this course continues to develop the
student in several ways. This course promotes exploration of design theories and
methodologies and their application to the practical solution of architectural problems;
explorations and utilization of architectural ordering systems such as circulation, solar
orientation, function, scale, structure, distribution, etc.; exploration and application
of various analytic and design processes and methods; and exploration and utilization of
architectural materials as an exploration of how they are assembled.
ARCH 5119: ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIO
The intent of ARCH 5119, like previous architectural design courses, is to develop
the student's ability to design solutions to man's physiological, biological, emotional
and spiritual needs in the built environment. Special emphasis is placed on developing an
ability to successfully synthesize the visual systems of form, space, color, texture, and
rhythm; the technical systems of structure, acoustics, lighting, heating, ventilating and
air conditions; and the legal systems of codes, zoning ordinances and regulations that
together form, with function, the major organizing influences of virtually every
architectural project. The object is to help the student develop a more comprehensive and
mature understanding of the technical, legal, and human factors that along with aesthetic
considerations shape the design of most architectural projects. In addition, it is
intended that the student gain a comprehensive view of the process for accomplishing
architecture in a typical architectural office in the United States.
ARCH 5216 (ELECTIVE): ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO VII, COMPETITIONS
The intention of this course is to facilitate the transition from faculty
directed, partially dependent designer to one who is self motivated, self directed and
professionally mature. The course also strives to refine the student's abilities in
program analysis, concept search and development through schematic design and
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