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ARCHITECTURE
An Interdepartmental Major
[pdf version of this document + major checklist]
Directors: McGibbon & Harvey (Fall & Spring: Studio Art), McNamara & Friedman (Art History)
The Architecture major consists of 11 units, which may be weighted
towards architectural history or studio investigation. Following Vitruvius' advice
on the education of the architect, the program encourages students
to familiarize themselves with a broad range of subjects in the
humanities, sciences, and social sciences. Students may also
elect courses in studio art, mathematics, and physics that lead
to appreciation of the principles of design and the fundamental
techniques of architecture.
Although courses at MIT are not required
for the major, the MIT-Wellesley exchange provides a unique opportunity for students
to elect advanced courses in design and construction. Students
are also encouraged to consider travel or study abroad as important
aspects of their education in architecture, and to take advantage
of the wide resources of the College and the Department of Art
in pursuing their projects.
Three visual foundations courses
(should
be completed in the first year if possible)
> ARTH 100
> ARTH 101
> ARTS 105
Four intermediate courses in architectual history, studio
art, or design
(200 level, at least two of these
units must be taken at Wellesley)
Two advanced courses in architectural history, studio
art, or design
(300 level)
Two additional courses related to architecture
Notes:
1. Attention is drawn to ARTS 109 (two dimensional design) and
ARTS 113 (three dimensional design) which serve as prerequisites
for intermediate and advanced studios involving new technology.
2. Normally, no more than 3 units of transfer credit may be
applied towards the minimum requirements of the major.
3. Students are also encouraged to consider travel or study
abroad as important aspects of their education in architecture,
and to plan their course of study in active consultation with
the co-directors.
4. Although studios at MIT are not required for the major, the
MIT-Wellesley exchange provides a unique opportunity for students
to elect courses in design and construction.
5. Seniors are encouraged to develop independent research projects
and portfolios in the context of advanced studios and seminars,
which provide opportunities for sustained discussion, reflection
and critique.
SUGGESTED COURSES FOR THE ARCHITECTURE MAJOR
The following courses are recommended to students designing a
program of study in architecture. The major may be weighted
towards architectural history / criticism, or studio investigation.
Additional courses may be applicable, so each student should
develop her program of study in active consultation with the
directors.
Some of these courses are not offered yearly.
Check the Wellesley
Course Catalog for 2007-2008.
Intermediate level courses recommended for the architecture
major
Courses that explore the history of architectural design:
ARTH 200, 223, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 235, 236, 237, 241, 245, 247, 268
Studio art courses that address visual / spatial skills related
to architectural thinking:
ARTS 207, 216, 217, 219, 220, 221, 255, 264
“Pre-professional" design studios that introduce
students to architectural practices:
MIT 4.111*, MIT 4.112 or 4.12A*
(*may be counted as “within the department of art”)
Advanced courses recommended for the architecture major
Advanced seminars with opportunities to pursue independent scholarly
research:
ARTH 304, 309, 310, 320, 330, 332, 335, 340
Advanced studio courses with opportunities to pursue independent
creative projects:
ARTH 304, 309, 310, 320, 330, 332, 335, 340
Architectural design studios:
MIT 4.113, MIT 4.411, MIT 4.401, MIT 4.500, 4.114^, 4.115^, 4.440
(^these count as two 300-level units “outside the department”)
Other courses that may be counted towards the architecture major
MATH 115, 116, 205 (more advanced math courses may also be counted)
PHYSICS 104, 107 (more advanced physics courses may also be
counted)
EXTD 160 Introduction to Engineering and some Olin Courses may also apply
ARCH 301 (.5 wintersession AutoCAD tutorial)
Courses in Sociology, Anthropology, Philosophy, and Women’s
Studies may also apply. Consult your advisor.
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