Course: - Chapters from the History of Non-European Architecture 2

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Course title - Chapters from the History of Non-European Architecture 2
Course code KDA/IA2
Organizational form of instruction Lecture
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study not specified
Semester Summer
Number of ECTS credits 2
Language of instruction English
Status of course Compulsory-optional, Optional
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements Course does not contain work placement
Recommended optional programme components None
Course availability The course is available to visiting students
Lecturer(s)
  • Tomehová Randa, Ing. arch.
Course content
1. The Omayads In Spain 2. The Seljuks Turks of Anatolia, 3. The Seljuks Turks of Centra Asia 4. The Fatimids In Egypt 5. The Mamluks and the Crusaders 6. The Mongols 7. The Timurids 8. The Mughals In India 9. The Safawids 10. The Ottoman Turks 11. Colonial Architecture 12. Postcolonial Architecture 13. Review 14. Credit Test

Learning activities and teaching methods
Monological explanation (lecture, presentation,briefing)
  • Preparation for exam - 30 hours per semester
  • Class attendance - 28 hours per semester
Learning outcomes
The course builds on Chapters from the history of non-European architecture 1. The lectures deal with basic information about non-European architecture, its origin and development in famous dynasties and in various periods of history and in different regions of the world - from China in the east to South America in the west. Lecture blocks are grouped chronologically according dynasties and are complemented by numerous photos. With an overview of the most famous monuments, the course points out the way in which the architecture of those times was influenced by local traditions and how it influenced the character and personality of the architectural heritage of the particular area as well. Topics: 1. The Umajjas in Spain 2. Seljuk Turks in Anatolia 3. Seljuk Turks in Central Asia 4. The Fatimids in Egypt 5. The Mamluks and the Crusaders 6. Mongols 7. The Timurids 8. Mughal emperors in India 9. Safavids in Iran 10. Ottoman Turks 11. Colonial architecture 12. Postcolonial architecture 13. Overview, repetition 14. Credit test
Monological explanation (lecture, presentation,briefing)
Prerequisites
B1 level of English

Assessment methods and criteria
Written exam

Attendance to lessons as required by the pedagogue.
Recommended literature
  • Barkman, A.:. Making Sense of Islamic Art ß Architecture. London Thames ß Hudson, 2015.
  • Danby, M.:. Moorisch style. London Pahidon, 1995.
  • Glancey, J.:. Architektura. Slovart Praha, 2007.
  • Glassner, J.:. Mezopotámie: 34. století př.nl. a 539 př.n.l.. Praha Nakladatelství Lidové noviny, 2004.
  • Hawass, Z.:. Pyramidy: magické symboly starého Egypta. Čestlice REBO, 2004.
  • Jansen, G.:. Totalstadt. Beijing case. König, 2006.
  • kolektiv autorů. Poklady Orientu - Historie a kultura Islámu. Praha, 2010.
  • Longhena, M.:. Mexiko: Mayové, Aztékové a dlaší předkolumbovské národy. Čestlice REBO, 2006.
  • Procházka, A.B. Introduction To ISlamic Architecture. Zurich, 1986.
  • Procházka, A.B. Islamic Arches. Zurich, 1994.
  • Vavřínek, V., Balcárek,P.:. Encyklopedie Byzance. Praha Libri, 2011.
  • Visoná, M.:. A history of art in Africa. London Thames ß Hudson, 2000.
  • Wei, R.:. Buddhist buildings. Wien Springer, 2000.


Study plans that include the course
Faculty Study plan (Version) Category of Branch/Specialization Recommended year of study Recommended semester
Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Architecture Study plan (Version): Architecture (1) Category: Architecture - Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: Summer
Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Architecture Study plan (Version): Environmental Design (20) Category: Art and applied art - Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: Summer