Duration
Atelier 1 : Croquis d'observation : 4h Th, 8h Pr
Atelier 2 : Recherches plastiques : 4h Th, 8h Pr
Number of credits
| Bachelor in architecture | 2 crédits |
Lecturer
Atelier 1 : Croquis d'observation : Patrick Bribosia, Mariette Dorthu, Gérald Dupagne, Michele Hougardy
Atelier 2 : Recherches plastiques : Sarah Behets, Carine Driesmans, Aniceto Exposito-Lopez, Benedicte Henry
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
French language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the second semester
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
All learning outcomes from the DER3 enabling students to develop specific competences in the Faculty's competency framework, by providing the tools for developing the competencies of 'learning', 'developing' and 'interacting'. The workshops provide an initial insight, which students should develop through practice, particularly through the architecture project.
-LEARNING about an architectural issue - studying the various components of the theme and context: a graphic approach
-DEVELOPING a spatial response - appropriating graphic language as a tool for design, structure, verification and questioning thought - introducing an experimental approach - spatial translation
-INTERACTING with a range of stakeholders - mastering graphic language as a means of sharing ideas
Immediately, drawing can be seen as a language which is indispensable in architectural training, observing; researching, sketching and designing; and communicating, formalising and transmitting, are three fundamental additional objectives which are continued through to B3.
By the end of the course, students should therefore be capable of :
- addressing a subject of observation by clearly identifying a precise area for investigation and demonstrating that by formatting or addressing the material.
- constructing a correct and methodical perspective sketch, respecting the rules and elements of observation in relation to one another, mastering formatting and framing.
- drawing with flexibility, confidence and precision, expressing sensitivity and personality.
- taking reasoned decisions in terms of composition.
- using specific vocabulary astutely during discussions
Taking practice outside the workshops is essential to back up and develop sensitivity: developing observation, curiosity and acquiring an 'attitude'.
Atelier 1 : Croquis d'observation
The teaching unit entitled 'Space writing 1B', which takes place in the second term, and the work carried out during the first term in the teaching unit entitled 'Space writing 1A' will strengthen students' autonomy in structuring their approach.
Workshop 1 'OBSERVATION SKETCHES'
The workshop entitled 'Space writing 1.1' aims to encourage students to feel at ease with drawing by hand while discovering different ways of representation: two-dimensional views (plans, cross sections, elevations) and three-dimensional views (axonometric views, vanishing point perspectives).
Hand-drawn sketches are a way of personally exploring not only the tools of representation, but also space. First in a relatively random way, then in an increasingly controlled manner, through practising the art of drawing and observation, students are encouraged to discover and understand the formal and spatial components of architecture.
Students will alternate between sketching and carrying out small volumetric exercises, which will enable them to gradually hone the concepts of composition which they have learned, still on the basis of simple elements, starting with plans and moving onto three-dimensional space.
Workshop themes :
- Relaxing the hand. Sensitivity of lines, exploring density ... Theoretical presentation.
- Presentation on composition based on an extract from earlier research.
- Composition of an extract to be enlarged and developed. 3D composition on a 20x20cm surface: research.
- Orthogonal projections: theory + practice (two sessions)
- Choices are commented upon, translated and realised on a 1/1 scale. Preparing a hand-drawn plan and elevation.
- Perspectives with one vanishing point: theory + practice (2 sessions).
- Perspectives with two vanishing points: theory + practice (4 sessions).
Atelier 2 : Recherches plastiques
All learning outcomes from the DER3 enabling students to develop specific competences in the Faculty's competency framework, by providing the tools for developing the competencies of 'learning', 'developing' and 'interacting'. The workshops provide an initial insight, which students should develop through practice, particularly through the architecture project.
-LEARNING about an architectural issue - studying the various components of the theme and context: a graphic approach
-DEVELOPING a spatial response - appropriating graphic language as a tool for design, structure, verification and questioning thought - introducing an experimental approach - spatial translation
-INTERACTING with a range of stakeholders - matering graphic language as a means of sharing ideas
Immediately, drawing can be seen as a language which is indispensable in architectural training, observing; researching, sketching and designing; and communicating, formalising and transmitting, are three fundamental additional objectives which are continued through to B3.
By the end of the course, students should therefore be capable of :
- addressing a subject of observation by clearly identifying a precise area for investigation and demonstrating that by formatting or addressing the material.
- constructing a correct and methodical perspective sketch, respecting the rules and elements of observation in relation to one another, mastering formatting and framing.
- drawing with flexibility, confidence and precision, expressing sensitivity and personality.
- taking reasoned decisions in terms of composition.
- using specific vocabulary astutely during discussions
Taking practice outside the workshops is essential to back up and develop sensitivity: developing observation, curiosity and acquiring an 'attitude'.
The teaching unit entitled 'Space writing 1B', which takes place in the second term, and the work carried out during the first term in the teaching unit entitled 'Space writing 1A' will strengthen students' autonomy in structuring their approach.
Workshop 2 'PLASTIC RESEARCH'
Closely linked to questions on the understanding of space, the workshop entitled 'Space writing 1.2' aims to develop students' creativity and the taste for formal research through exercises experimen ...
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
Atelier 1 : Croquis d'observation
Relating to the Faculty of Architecture competency framework:
All learning outcomes from the DER3 enabling students to develop specific competences in the Faculty's competency framework, by providing the tools for developing the competencies of 'learning', 'developing' and 'interacting'. The workshops provide an initial insight, which students should develop through practice, particularly through the architecture project.
LEARNING about an architectural issue - studying the various components of the theme and context: a graphic approach
DEVELOPING a spatial response - appropriating graphic language as a tool for design, structure, verification and questioning thought - introducing an experimental approach - spatial translation
INTERACTING with a range of stakeholders - mastering graphic language as a means of sharing ideas
The learning outcomes from the teaching unit as described from an operational point of view: Immediately, drawing can be seen as a language which is indispensable in architectural training, observing; researching, sketching and designing; and communicating, formalising and transmitting, are three fundamental additional objectives which are continued through to B3.
By the end of the course, students should therefore be capable of:
- addressing a subject of observation by clearly identifying a precise area for investigation and demonstrating that by formatting or addressing the material.
- constructing a correct and methodical perspective sketch, respecting the rules and elements of observation in relation to one another, mastering formatting and framing.
- drawing with flexibility, confidence and precision, expressing sensitivity and personality
- taking reasoned decisions in terms of composition, assessing the stages of a piece of research to identify a guiding principle, leading to a supported conclusion.
Taking practice outside the workshops is essential to back up and develop sensitivity: developing observation, curiosity and acquiring an 'attitude'.
Atelier 2 : Recherches plastiques
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
Relating to the Faculty of Architecture competency framework:
All learning outcomes from the DER3 enabling students to develop specific competences in the Faculty's competency framework, by providing the tools for developing the competencies of 'learning', 'developing' and 'interacting'. The workshops provide an initial insight, which students should develop through practice, particularly through the architecture project.
LEARNING about an architectural issue - studying the various components of the theme and context: a graphic approach
DEVELOPING a spatial response - appropriating graphic language as a tool for design, structure, verification and questioning thought - introducing an experimental approach - spatial translation
INTERACTING with a range of stakeholders - mastering graphic language as a means of sharing ideas
The learning outcomes from the teaching unit as described from an operational point of view: Immediately, drawing can be seen as a language which is indispensable in architectural training, observing; researching, sketching and designing; and communicating, formalising and transmitting, are three fundamental additional objectives which are continued through to B3.
By the end of the course, students should therefore be capable of:
- addressing a subject of observation by clearly identifying a precise area for investigation and demonstrating that by formatting or addressing the material.
- constructing a correct and methodical perspective sketch, respecting the rules and elements of observation in relation to one another, mastering formatting and framing.
- drawing with flexibility, confidence and precision, expressing sensitivity and personality
- taking reasoned decisions in terms of composition, assessing the stages of a piece of research to identify a guiding principle, leading to a supported conclusion.
Taking practice outside the workshops is essential to back up and develop sensitivity: developing observation, curiosity and acquiring an 'attitude'.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
Students must follow a number of teaching units in parallel with this:
Block 1:
- ARCH03267-1: Graphic construction of space 1
- ARCH03265-1: Space writing 1A
Workshops 1.1 'Observation sketches' and 1.2 'Plastic research' are inseparable and are based upon their learning outcomes being reached at the same time.
Students are also asked to make connections with courses on aesthetics, the theory of architecture, the history of architecture, the history of the town and country, etc. In short, any subject which aims to develop understanding of forms as open spaces and daily living.
Atelier 1 : Croquis d'observation
Students must follow a number of teaching units in parallel with this:
Block 1:
- ARCH3267-1: Construction graphique de l'espace 1
- ARCH3265-1 : Ecritures de l'espace 1A
Workshops 1.1 'Observation sketches' and 1.2 'Plastic research' are inseparable and are based upon their learning outcomes being reached at the same time.
Students are also asked to make connections with courses on aesthetics, the theory of architecture, the history of architecture, the history of the town and country, etc. In short, any subject which aims to develop understanding of forms as open spaces and daily living.
Atelier 2 : Recherches plastiques
Students must follow a number of teaching units in parallel with this:
Block 1:
- ARCH03267-1: Graphic construction of space 1
- ARCH03266-1: Space writing 1B
Workshops 1.1 'Observation sketches' and 1.2 'Plastic research' are inseparable and are based upon their learning outcomes being reached at the same time.
Students are also asked to make connections with courses on aesthetics, the theory of architecture, the history of architecture, the history of the town and country, etc. In short, any subject which aims to develop understanding of forms as open spaces and daily living.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
This course is organised into workshops.
Our workshops are planned as 'laboratories' where students operate through 'trial and error'. We are looking for awareness rather than the 'right' answer to the issues raised. It is the approach rather than the result which is important. We encourage personal, creative and reasoned initiatives. In short, we aim to develop 'plastic intelligence' through the following three elements: observation (knowledge, appropriation), research (exploration, formalisation) and communication (formatting, argumentation, clarity).
For some sessions, short presentations will introduce the practical concepts to follow, during the exercises.
Atelier 1 : Croquis d'observation
This course is organised into workshops.
Our workshops are planned as 'laboratories' where students operate through 'trial and error'. We are looking for awareness rather than the 'right' answer to the issues raised. It is the approach rather than the result which is important. We encourage personal, creative and reasoned initiatives. In short, we aim to develop 'plastic intelligence' through the following three elements: observation (knowledge, appropriation), research (exploration, formalisation) and communication (formatting, argumentation, clarity).
For some sessions, short presentations will introduce the practical concepts to follow, during the exercises.
Atelier 2 : Recherches plastiques
This course is organised into workshops.
Our workshops are planned as 'laboratories' where students operate through 'trial and error'. We are looking for awareness rather than the 'right' answer to the issues raised. It is the approach rather than the result which is important. We encourage personal, creative and reasoned initiatives. In short, we aim to develop 'plastic intelligence' through the following three elements: observation (knowledge, appropriation), research (exploration, formalisation) and communication (formatting, argumentation, clarity).
For some sessions, short presentations will introduce the practical concepts to follow, during the exercises.
Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning)
Regular present at the workshops is essential. It is here that permanent dialogue is developed, which is essential to the course. Although some work may be finished at home and some preparatory work may be required, the bulk of the work, in terms of discussion, exploration and validation, will take place within the workshop.
Atelier 1 : Croquis d'observation
Regular present at the workshops is essential. It is here that permanent dialogue is developed, which is essential to the course. Although some work may be finished at home and some preparatory work may be required, the bulk of the work, in terms of discussion, exploration and validation, will take place within the workshop.
Atelier 2 : Recherches plastiques
Regular present at the workshops is essential. It is here that permanent dialogue is developed, which is essential to the course. Although some work may be finished at home and some preparatory work may be required, the bulk of the work, in terms of discussion, exploration and validation, will take place within the workshop.<br /><br /> Regular present at the workshops is essential. It is here that permanent dialogue is developed, which is essential to the course. Although some work may be finished at home and some preparatory work may be required, the bulk of the work, in terms of discussion, exploration and validation, will take place within the workshop.
Recommended or required readings
Recommended reading will be provided at the start of the year depending on the themes to be addressed. In addition, some publications or fields of reference will be provided to students during the workshops and examples of documents will be made available.
Students are highly recommended to read additional publications. These include works available in the Faculty of Architecture library. Buying the books is optional. Examples (non-exhaustive list):
- 'La représentation du projet' Approche graphique et critique, collection école d'architecture de Grenoble, Editions de la Villette, Paris, 2003.
- 'Design Drawing' Francis D.K. Ching, Van Nostrand Reinhold, NY USA, 1998
Students must read the 'graphic communication' course syllabus. This is available on eCampus and covers the various modes and conventions surrounding drawing and representation.
Students are strongly encouraged to visit exhibitions.
Atelier 1 : Croquis d'observation
Recommended reading will be provided at the start of the year depending on the themes to be addressed. In addition, some publications or fields of reference will be provided to students during the workshops and examples of documents will be made available.
Students are highly recommended to read additional publications. These include works available in the Faculty of Architecture library. Buying the books is optional. Examples (non-exhaustive list):
- 'La représentation du projet' Approche graphique et critique, collection école d'architecture de Grenoble, Editions de la Villette, Paris, 2003.
- 'Design Drawing' Francis D.K. Ching, Van Nostrand Reinhold, NY USA, 1998
Students must read the 'graphic communication' course syllabus. This is available on eCampus and covers the various modes and conventions surrounding drawing and representation.
Students are strongly encouraged to visit exhibitions.
Atelier 2 : Recherches plastiques
Recommended reading will be provided at the start of the year depending on the themes to be addressed. In addition, some publications or fields of reference will be provided to students during the workshops and examples of documents will be made available.
Students are highly recommended to read additional publications. These include works available in the Faculty of Architecture library. Buying the books is optional. Examples (non-exhaustive list):
- 'La représentation du projet' Approche graphique et critique, collection école d'architecture de Grenoble, Editions de la Villette, Paris, 2003.
- 'Design Drawing' Francis D.K. Ching, Van Nostrand Reinhold, NY USA, 1998
Students must read the 'graphic communication' course syllabus. This is available on eCampus and covers the various modes and conventions surrounding drawing and representation.
Students are strongly encouraged to visit exhibitions.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assessment is continuous. Attitude in the workshop and general approach will be taken into account as well as the results achieved. Each thematic exercise will be assessed; this is weighted depending on how important the piece of work is. Attendance to the workshop is compulsory and part of the evaluation of the student.
This continuous assessment is not combined with a summary test.
The assessment in the second session will improve upon the work during the year; it is thus strongly based upon the learning outcomes of the workshop and cannot therefore be replaced by anything else.
Students taking the course as a residual credit and who can't attend it regularly due to scheduling constraints regarding other courses must always report it to the responsible teachers so that they can possibly establish appropriate monitoring.
Atelier 1 : Croquis d'observation
Assessment is continuous. Attitude in the workshop and general approach will be taken into account as well as the results achieved. Each thematic exercise will be assessed; this is weighted depending on how important the piece of work is. Attendance to the workshop is compulsory and part of the evaluation of the student.
This continuous assessment is not combined with a summary test.
The assessment in the second session will improve upon the work during the year; it is thus strongly based upon the learning outcomes of the workshop and cannot therefore be replaced by anything else.
Students taking the course as a residual credit and who can't attend it regularly due to scheduling constraints regarding other courses must always report it to the responsible teachers so that they can possibly establish appropriate monitoring.
Atelier 2 : Recherches plastiques
Assessment is continuous. Attitude in the workshop and general approach will be taken into account as well as the results achieved. Each thematic exercise will be assessed; this is weighted depending on how important the piece of work is. Attendance to the workshop is compulsory and part of the evaluation of the student.
This continuous assessment is not combined with a summary test.
The assessment in the second session will improve upon the work during the year; it is thus strongly based upon the learning outcomes of the workshop and cannot therefore be replaced by anything else.
Students taking the course as a residual credit and who can't attend it regularly due to scheduling constraints regarding other courses must always report it to the responsible teachers so that they can possibly establish appropriate monitoring.
Work placement(s)
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Atelier 2 : Recherches plastiques
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Organizational remarks
In total, 12 two-hour sessions per term, i.e. 24 sessions for the block, for workshops 1 and 2 together.
Location: Botanical site, workshop known as the 'underground' (garden level or floor 1).
Students are required to be on time. Because of the disturbance caused, late arrivals will not be permitted entry.
Students are requested to comply with the timetable for the group to which they have been allocated. Students cannot change groups without prior permission.
Mobile phones must be switched off during the workshops and headphones are forbidden.
Students are asked to respect the equipment and teaching areas available; they must use the recycling facilities provided and ensure that they leave the workshop in good condition.
Unjustified absences will be marked as zero.
Absent students are required to ensure they are up to date with any relevant information before the following session.
Atelier 1 : Croquis d'observation
In total, 12 two-hour sessions per term, i.e. 24 sessions for the block, for workshops 1 and 2 together.
Location: Botanical site, workshop known as the 'underground' (garden level or floor 1).
Students are required to be on time. Because of the disturbance caused, late arrivals will not be permitted entry.
Students are requested to comply with the timetable for the group to which they have been allocated. Students cannot change groups without prior permission.
Mobile phones must be switched off during the workshops and headphones are forbidden.
Students are asked to respect the equipment and teaching areas available; they must use the recycling facilities provided and ensure that they leave the workshop in good condition.
Unjustified absences will be marked as zero.
Absent students are required to ensure they are up to date with any relevant information before the following session.
Atelier 2 : Recherches plastiques
In total, 12 two-hour sessions per term, i.e. 24 sessions for the block, for workshops 1 and 2 together.
Location: Botanical site, workshop known as the 'underground' (garden level or floor 1).
Students are required to be on time. Because of the disturbance caused, late arrivals will not be permitted entry.
Students are requested to comply with the timetable for the group to which they have been allocated. Students cannot change groups without prior permission.
Mobile phones must be switched off during the workshops and headphones are forbidden.
Students are asked to respect the equipment and teaching areas available; they must use the recycling facilities provided and ensure that they leave the workshop in good condition.
Unjustified absences will be marked as zero.
Absent students are required to ensure they are up to date with any relevant information before the following session.
Contacts
Teaching staff and student relays:
Workshop 1: Mariette Dorthu, mariette.dorthu@ulg.ac.be
Workshop 2: Sarah Behets, sbehets@ulg.ac.be
Senior teaching staff:
Workshop 1
Patrick Bribosia, Patrick.Bribosia@ulg.ac.be
Mariette Dorthu, mariette.dorthu@ulg.ac.be
Gérald Dupagne, gerald.dupagne@ulg.ac.be
Fabien Denoël, fabsdeno@hotmail.com
Michèle Hougardy, mhougardy@ulg.ac.be
Workshop 2
Sarah Behets, sbehets@ulg.ac.be
Aniceto Exposito-Lopez, aniceto.exposito-lopez@ulg.ac.be
Carine Driesmans, carine.driesmans@ulg.ac.be
Bénédicte Henry, b.henry@ulg.ac.be
Atelier 1 : Croquis d'observation
Teaching staff and student relays:
Workshop 1: Mariette Dorthu, mariette.dorthu@ulg.ac.be
Senior teaching staff:
Workshop 1
Patrick Bribosia, Patrick.Bribosia@ulg.ac.be
Mariette Dorthu, mariette.dorthu@ulg.ac.be
Gérald Dupagne, gerald.dupagne@ulg.ac.be
Fabien Denoël, fabsdeno@hotmail.com
Michèle Hougardy, mhougardy@ulg.ac.be
Atelier 2 : Recherches plastiques
Teaching staff and student relay
Workshop 2: Sarah Behets, sbehets@ulg.ac.be
Senior teaching staff:
Workshop 2
Sarah Behets, sbehets@ulg.ac.be
Aniceto Exposito-Lopez, aniceto.exposito-lopez@ulg.ac.be
Carine Driesmans, carine.driesmans@ulg.ac.be
Bénédicte Henry, b.henry@ulg.ac.be
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