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ARC 721

Theorizing Technology in Architecture

This course examines the reciprocal relationship between architecture and technology, broadly defined to include building technology as well as the role of technology in the design process, considering digitalisation, communication, virtualisation, visualisation and fabrication. This course explores the philosophical underpinnings of technology and technology's role in architectural culture. Current discourses are examined, and technology is studied in relation to ethics, sustainable practices, aesthetics, politics, culture and society in a variety of contexts.
Weekly Contact: Lecture: 3 hrs.
GPA Weight: 1.00
Course Count: 1.00
Billing Units: 1

Prerequisites

ASC 406

Co-Requisites

None

Antirequisites

None

Custom Requisites

None

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