Architectural Composition
Description: The course is aimed at studying the properties of three-dimensional forms, their combinations based on certain patterns, developing a sense of proportion and harmony in the perception of architecture.
Amount of credits: 5
Course Workload:
| Types of classes | hours |
|---|---|
| Lectures | |
| Practical works | 45 |
| Laboratory works | |
| SAWTG (Student Autonomous Work under Teacher Guidance) | 30 |
| SAW (Student autonomous work) | 75 |
| Form of final control | Exam |
| Final assessment method | Creative exam (performing a compositional task) |
Component: Component by selection
Cycle: Base disciplines
Goal
- The purpose of the course "Architectural composition" is to study the basic laws of building an architectural composition and the application of this knowledge in solving professional problems.
Objective
- - mastering the basic laws of building three-dimensional forms; - acquisition of shaping skills in the course of performing a number of practical tasks -study of compositional patterns on the examples of architectural monuments - use of practical skills of building forms in architectural design
Learning outcome: knowledge and understanding
- Knowledge and understanding of the basic laws of shaping, the laws of construction and organization of a three-dimensional structure.
Learning outcome: applying knowledge and understanding
- Application of knowledge of the compositional construction of form in the design of objects of the architectural and urban environment.
Learning outcome: formation of judgments
- Critical remarks and professional assessment of the compositional qualities of an architectural object.
Learning outcome: communicative abilities
- The ability to realize the aesthetic appeal of architectural objects Abilities in the study of architectural objects using the method of compositional analysis, in the design of objects based on knowledge of the laws of composition.
Learning outcome: learning skills or learning abilities
- Ability to independently conduct a compositional analysis of architectural and spatial structures and architectural and urban ensembles.
Teaching methods
During the training sessions, the following educational technologies are provided: - the use of special active forms of training-conversations, demonstration and discussion of illustrations (slides) and visual aids, brainstorming (development of alternative solutions); - building scenarios for the development of various situations with specified conditions; - independent research of students in the learning process; - solving educational tasks.
Assessment of the student's knowledge
Teacher oversees various tasks related to ongoing assessment and determines students' current performance twice during each academic period. Ratings 1 and 2 are formulated based on the outcomes of this ongoing assessment. The student's learning achievements are assessed using a 100-point scale, and the final grades P1 and P2 are calculated as the average of their ongoing performance evaluations. The teacher evaluates the student's work throughout the academic period in alignment with the assignment submission schedule for the discipline. The assessment system may incorporate a mix of written and oral, group and individual formats.
| Period | Type of task | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 rating | Practical work 1. Basic objective properties of three-dimensional forms. | 0-100 |
| Practical work 2. Symmetry-asymmetry. | ||
| Practical work 3. Rhythm and meter. | ||
| 2 rating | Practical work 4. Proportions. | 0-100 |
| Practical work 5. Organizing an open space. | ||
| Practical work 6. Organization of space. | ||
| Practical work 7. Tectonics. | ||
| Total control | Exam | 0-100 |
The evaluating policy of learning outcomes by work type
| Type of task | 90-100 | 70-89 | 50-69 | 0-49 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excellent | Good | Satisfactory | Unsatisfactory | |
| tical work | 1.Harmony in the work ( composition/model). Individual elements of the composition/makeup are organically combined with each other. 2.The variety of techniques used in the work forms a complete composition. 3.The artistic image of the work ( composition/model) is present and vividly expressed. 5.The work (composition/model) is executed at a high level, qualitatively, with the use of necessary tools and materials. | 1.Individual elements of the composition/model are combined with each other, there are elements that slightly violate the overall harmony. 2.In the work applied techniques of form formation not fully, but the integrity of the composition is formed. 3.The artistic image is present, but expressed not bright enough. 5.The work ( composition/model) is well done, using the necessary tools and materials. | 1.Individual elements of the composition/model are not organically combined with each other, the overall harmony of the composition/model is slightly disturbed. 2.In the work, the techniques of form formation are not fully applied, the integrity of the composition is slightly disturbed. 3.Artistic image is absent, but there are elements of aesthetics, it does not greatly harm the overall perception of the work. 5.The quality of the work ( composition/model) is satisfactory. | 1.Harmony in the work ( composition/model). Individual elements of the composition/makeup are organically combined with each other. 2.The variety of techniques used in the work forms a complete composition. 3.The artistic image of the work ( composition/model) is present and vividly expressed. 5.The work (composition/model) is executed at a high level, qualitatively, with the use of necessary tools and materials. |
| exam | The work is performed independently according to the regulations. The work fully demonstrates the knowledge of form formation, the laws of construction and organization of volumetric and spatial composition. The quality of the work is at a high level, the work is aesthetically attractive, harmonious, fully meets the task. | The work is done independently according to the regulations. The work demonstrates knowledge of form formation, laws of construction and organization of volumetric and spatial composition, there may be minor errors that do not affect the overall solution of the work. The quality of the work is good, the work is aesthetic, harmonious, in essence meets the task. | The work is done independently according to the regulations, perhaps the work is incomplete but reflects the solution of the task. The work demonstrates knowledge of form formation, the laws of construction and organization of volumetric-spatial composition, there may be errors that affect the overall solution of the work. The quality of the work is satisfactory, in essence meets the task. | The work is performed independently according to the regulations. The work fully demonstrates the knowledge of form formation, the laws of construction and organization of volumetric and spatial composition. The quality of the work is at a high level, the work is aesthetically attractive, harmonious, fully meets the task. |
Evaluation form
The student's final grade in the course is calculated on a 100 point grading scale, it includes:
- 40% of the examination result;
- 60% of current control result.
The final grade is calculated by the formula:
| FG = 0,6 | MT1+MT2 | +0,4E |
| 2 |
Where Midterm 1, Midterm 2are digital equivalents of the grades of Midterm 1 and 2;
E is a digital equivalent of the exam grade.
Final alphabetical grade and its equivalent in points:
The letter grading system for students' academic achievements, corresponding to the numerical equivalent on a four-point scale:
| Alphabetical grade | Numerical value | Points (%) | Traditional grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 4.0 | 95-100 | Excellent |
| A- | 3.67 | 90-94 | |
| B+ | 3.33 | 85-89 | Good |
| B | 3.0 | 80-84 | |
| B- | 2.67 | 75-79 | |
| C+ | 2.33 | 70-74 | |
| C | 2.0 | 65-69 | Satisfactory |
| C- | 1.67 | 60-64 | |
| D+ | 1.33 | 55-59 | |
| D | 1.0 | 50-54 | |
| FX | 0.5 | 25-49 | Unsatisfactory |
| F | 0 | 0-24 |
Topics of practical classes
- Plane, volume, space
- The main objective properties of three-dimensional forms
- Three types of composition
- Symmetry-asymmetry
- Types of symmetry
- Performing a layout of a frontal composition using one of the types of symmetry
- Rhythm and meter
- Rhythm and meter
- Proportions
- Proportions Making a layout of a three-dimensional composition
- Organization of open space
- Organization of open space
- Organization of a open -type space
- Tectonics
Key reading
- 1 Alexander Stepanov, Mikhail Turkus. Volumetric-spatial composition in architecture. Publisher: Architecture-S, 2012. 2. Potaev, G.A. Composition in architecture and urban planning [Electronic resource]: Tutorial / Potaev G. A. - M .: Forum, SIC INFRAM, 2015. - 304 p. – Access mode: http://znanium.com/catalog/product/478698. - 3. Theory of shaping in fine arts: textbook / V.G. Vlasov. - St. Petersburg: Publishing House of St. Petersburg. University, 2017. - 264 p. [Electronic resource]. — Access mode: http://www. http://znanium.com/bookread2. php?book=1001460.htm
Further reading
- 4. G.L. Ledeneva Theory of architectural composition. TSTU, 2010. 5. N. A. Rochegova, E. V. Barchugova. Fundamentals of architectural composition. Virtual modeling course. Publisher: Academy, 2010. 6. A Stepanov, V Malygin, G. Ivanov et al. Volumetric-spatial composition: M, "Architecture-S" 2004. 7. Kurilo L.V., Smirnova E.V. History of architectural styles: Textbook Russian International Academy of Tourism, 2011 http://www.iprbookshop.ru/14281.html 8. Ikonnikov A., Stepanov G., “Fundamentals of architectural composition”. - M: Art, 1981. 9 .. Araujo I. “Fundamentals of composition”. - M.: Higher school, 1982. 10. Yu.S. Lebedev Architectural bionics. Stroyizdat, M., 1990. -269s. [Electronic resource]. - Access mode: http://books.totalarch.com/architectural_bionics
