HIST192 Principles of Historic Building Analysis
Department of Social & Behavioral Science: Historic Preservation
- I. Course Number and Title
- HIST192 Principles of Historic Building Analysis
- II. Number of Credits
- 1 credit
- III. Number of Instructional Minutes
- 750
- IV. Prerequisites
- None
- Corequisites
- None
- V. Other Pertinent Information
- VI. Catalog Course Description
- This course is an overview of American architecture. Students explore historic styles within a social and cultural context. Emphasis on identification, description, and building significance explored through representative examples throughout the country. Students identify, describe, and write about significant architecture in context.
- VII. Required Course Content and Direction
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Course Learning Goals
Students will:- demonstrate a knowledge of American architectural history, including the proper use of architectural terminology; and
- identify significant architects, buildings, and social and cultural events that contributed to the evolution of American architecture.
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Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities
- Introduction to architecture and terminology
- Regional roots of American architecture
- Style, form, detail, and cultural context of architecture
- The role of state and federal agencies in preservation practice
- Application of significance and value and why we save buildings
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Assessment Methods for Course Learning Goals
Course learning goals are assessed with written assignments, quizzes, field trip project, and participation in classroom/online discussions. -
Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Student:
See course syllabus.
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Review/Approval Date: 9/2017