ARC 310K
Design I: Basics

Unique No.: 00510
Instructor: Gerlinde Leiding
Time and Place: MWF 10:00-1:00p GOL 3.126

This course is an introduction to a design process which aims to synthesize diverse facts, figures and desire into form and space.

Three major projects--of equal grading weight--will be undertaken to investigate and explore the "program of form" and the "program of building."

Making is the primary strategy to be used for the discovery and the manipulation of architectural forces.

Care, commitment, clarity and content in the execution of each assignment is expected.

Punctual and regular attendance is essential, and so is working in the Studio. Three unexcused absences during the term, or two consecutive unexcused absences are grounds for dismissal from the course without notice.

Establishing grades for projects of a creative nature is a more complex matter than grading in other academic areas. The following definitions will be used to assign letter grades.

A Outstanding Work
Projects must be investigated and complete at all levels--i.e., concept, process, product. Each of these levels must surpass expectations for First Year Design II in terms of inventiveness, appropriateness, graphic ability and personal advancement.

B Good Work
Projects must be investigated and complete at all levels (concept, process, product). Each level is done thoroughly, is well researched and is diligently pursued. This is the expected level of performance for Design II work.

C Average Work
Not all levels (concept, process, product) are developed equally. For example, a brilliant concept and a casual product, or a weak idea, an indifferent development and a good end result will get a grade of a C.

D Not Very Good Work
Not all levels are present, some of the requested components of the product are missing. Either care and attention are missing or basic skills in graphics, logic and concentration are not developed enough for Design II level.

F Unacceptable Work

X Excused Incomplete

Can only be given for legitimate reasons, such as illness or family emergency. Simply not completing the work on time is not an adequate cause for assigning this symbol.