Structural engineering and ideals in architecture
Next offered in 1996
A Holgate
6 points * 3 hours per week * Clayton
Review of history of twentieth century architecture. Ideals of the modern movement and current developments of and reactions to them. Review of persistent themes such as rationalism and functionalism. Impact of these ideals on the work of the structural engineer. Relationship between the architect and engineer. Case studies.
Assessment
Written (2000 words): 20% * Examinations (3 hours): 80%
Prescribed texts
Holgate A The art in structural engineering OUP, 1986
Holgate A Aesthetics of built form OUP, 1992