Course: Chapters from the History of Non-European Architecture1

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Course title Chapters from the History of Non-European Architecture1
Course code KDA/IA
Organizational form of instruction Lecture
Level of course Bachelor
Year of study not specified
Semester Winter
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. Introduction To Islamic Architecture 2. The Arabic Peninsula Before Islam 3. The Omayads 4. The Abbasids 5. Central Asia, The Omayads In Spain 6. The Seljuks Turks, The Fatimids In Egypt 7. The Seljuks Of Anatolia, The Ayubids 8. The Mamluks 9. The Mongols, The Timurids 10. The Mughals In India 11. The Safawids 12. The Ottomans 13. Modern Islamic Architecture 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 presents a selection of the history of world architecture in a geographical and historical context. The lectures deal with basic data on non-European architecture, its origin and development within the famous dynasties in various periods of history and in various regions of the world - from China in the east up 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. Characteristics of architectural styles 2. Ancient Egyptian architecture 3. Mesopotamian architecture 4. Ancient Indian architecture 5. Architecture of Southeast Asia 6. Architecture of ancient China 7. Inca architecture 8. African architecture 9. Pre-Islamic Arabian Peninsula 10. Byzantine architecture 11. Persian architecture 12. The Umajjas in Syria 13. The Abbasids in Iraq 14. Overview, repetition
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: Winter
Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Architecture Study plan (Version): Environmental Design (20) Category: Art and applied art - Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: Winter