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Introduction to Structure, Form and Architecture
Learn about the synthesis of architectural and structural form including its history in this free online course.
Description
This free online course on Introduction to Structure, Form and Architecture will teach you about the synergy between the three in creating structurally strong architecture that is functional, efficient and visually pleasing. This course identifies the structural transformation in architectural history. You will also learn about the factors that are affecting structural forms as well as the ways in which humans can learn from animal architecture.
This course begins by introducing you to structure, form and architecture; how structure is an important part of form. You will learn about the variations of structures from simple to complex forms which consist of beams, wall, slab and foundation. You will learn why load on structure is essential for its design and decision on the structural requirements. You will also learn about structure accepted in architecture, and structure ignored in architecture in form making. Furthermore, you will learn about the way animals build structural systems.
This free online course will give you an in-depth understanding about the relationship between structure, form and architecture. You will learn about the need for innovative materials and technologies for the changing structural requirements. This course will be of interest to architects, engineers and professionals in this field. Start this course today and increase your knowledge on structure, form and architecture.
Start Course NowModules
Introduction to Structure, Form, and Architecture
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Introduction to Structure, Form, and Architecture - Learning Outcomes
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Introduction to Structure, Form, and Architecture
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Relationship of Structure to Architectural Buildings
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Architectural Qualities and Structures
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Loads on Structures
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Synthesis of Architectural and Structural Form
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Introduction to Structure, Form, and Architecture - Lesson Summary
Relationship Between Architectural and Structural Form
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Relationship Between Architectural and Structural Form - Learning Outcomes
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Connecting Structure and Architecture
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Structure as Architecture
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Structural Transformation in Architectural History
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Factors Affecting the Structural Forms
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Learning from Animal’s Architecture
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Relationship Between Architectural and Structural Form - Lesson Summary
Course assessment
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the synergy between structure and form.
- Discuss architectural concepts and structures.
- Identify the qualities that represent the overall experience of
the building. - List the different types of loads that act on a building.
- Describe the connection between structure and architecture in
terms of ornamentation of structure and structure as
ornament. - Distinguish between structure accepted in architecture, and
structure ignored in architecture in form making. - Discuss the change in structural requirements from the
prehistoric period to current times. - Explain the factors that affect the structural forms of a
building.
Certification
All Alison courses are free to enrol, study and complete. To successfully complete this Certificate course and become an Alison Graduate, you need to achieve 80% or higher in each course assessment. Once you have completed this Certificate course, you have the option to acquire an official Certificate, which is a great way to share your achievement with the world. Your Alison Certificate is:
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