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Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà Calendar 2023-2024 COURSES OF INSTRUCTION Course Descriptions D Design DSGN
Design DSGN
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Design 201       Introduction to Design Thinking Studio I
A foundational introduction to design thinking as applied to the built environment of buildings, cities, and landscapes. Emphasizes visual/spatial two- and three-dimensional abstract design thinking and problem-solving skills.
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
Corequisite(s):
Design 211.
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Design 203       Design Thinking and the City Studio
Emphasis is given to the research, execution, and creation of small-scale, social innovation, design thinking interventions based in an urban setting.
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 201 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
Corequisite(s):
Design 213.
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Design 211       Introduction to Visual and Communications Studies
Builds and develops awareness, skills and practice in visual representation of design work. Emphasis on orthographic drawings, visualizing objects, spaces and environments in a way that focuses on geometry/form/proportion.
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
Corequisite(s):
Design 201.
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Design 213       Introduction to Visualizing Complexity
Development of skills in visualizing data sets, diagraming and simulating site conditions. Introduction to geographic information systems (GIS) as a platform for visualizing complex urban environments. Complex assemblies simulation – parametric design intro (DATA).
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 211 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
Corequisite(s):
Design 203.
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Design 221       Histories of Innovation in the Designed Environment
Historical studies addressing the global emergence of different modernities in the designed environment. Emphasizes themes such as industrialization and modernization, coloniality, nationalism and internationalism, and professionalization, as these relate to architecture, landscape architecture, and city planning.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 223       Shaping the Contemporary City I
Examines the structures of society as determinants of urban form, including political systems and governance, economics and urban development, and social organization. Emphasizes the agency of individuals and groups, through such topics as power and resistance, spatial justice, multiculturalism, professions and the public.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 221 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 231       Introduction to Urban Infrastructure and Systems
Introduces key infrastructure systems of a city. Examines current policies, challenges and practices in infrastructure sectors: water, sewage, waste management, open space, energy transportation and communication.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 302       Introductory Planning Studio
This planning focused studio addresses topical, issue-based problem(s) as the basis for a design intervention in an urban setting. Emphasizes a sense of place, human behaviour/built form relationships and sustainability.
Course Hours:
6 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 203 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 304       Introductory Landscape Architecture Studio
This landscape focused studio addresses topical, issue-based problem(s) as the basis for a design intervention(s) in a landscape setting. Emphasizes a sense of place, landscape ecology, and sustainability.
Course Hours:
6 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 302 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 311        Geometry and Simulation
Development of skills in digitally modelling and manipulating geometric assemblies, simulating environmental and performative aspects of designed objects, spaces and environments.
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 213 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 313       Digital Modelling
Development of skills in tools for exchanging digital information between various platforms for production, including animations, fabrication tools, digital twins, and parametric information models.
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 311 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 321       Shaping the Contemporary City II
Examines the built structures that shape contemporary cities, including architecture and infrastructure. Compares the urban morphology of cities globally and studies the factors that determine urban form.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 223 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 323       The Future of the Global City
Explores the challenges facing global cities over the next half century. Projects possible futures for cities and the role of design in different scenarios, by reference to history and theory, sustainability, data science, technology, simulation and visualization.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 321 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 331       Introduction to Landscape Ecology
Introduces key concepts in landscape ecology, flora, urban fauna, plant taxonomy, and planting design, with an emphasis on ecologies specific to the Calgary region.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 231 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 402       Introductory Architecture Studio
This architecture focused studio explores concepts in architectural design and form making involving a sequence of skill building, visual and spatial thinking, and problem-solving exercises.
Course Hours:
6 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 304 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 404       Intermediate Architecture Design Studio
Sustainability studio in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation Architecture Concentration. Projects engage contemporary sustainability issues evident in built, urban and natural environments.
Course Hours:
6 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 402 and admission to the Architecture Concentration in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 406       Intermediate Landscape Architecture Design Studio
Sustainability studio in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation Landscape Architecture Concentration. Projects engage contemporary sustainability issues evident in built, urban and natural environments.
Course Hours:
6 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 402 and admission to the Landscape Architecture Concentration in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 411       Advanced Architectural Visualization
Develops advanced CAD, digital design, and digital fabrication concepts, skills, and techniques.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 313 and admission to the Architecture Concentration in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 413       Advanced Landscape Architecture Visualization
Focus on the development of professional skills in advanced graphics, software and digital modelling and rendering techniques.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 313 and admission to the Landscape Architecture concentration in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 421       Leadership in City Innovation
Develops applied knowledge and skills to address the significant challenges to global cities in the present and future. Emphasizes research and communication, leadership and politics, advocacy and negotiation, and development and project delivery.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 323 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 431       Introduction to Building Science
Introduces key concepts in building science: functioning of building enclosure, the physical behaviour of building components under thermal/pressure stresses; the fundamentals of acoustics; building materials and their behaviour properties relative to climatic cycles.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 331 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Design 431 and Architecture 508 will not be allowed.
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Design 433       Introduction to Structures
Focus on structural analysis, including the characteristics and performance of various structural components and sub-assemblies, basic structural design calculations, and professional terminology and structural conventions.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 431 and admission to the Architecture concentration in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 435       Site Grading and Landform Design
Provides a working knowledge of grading, landform and storm water management systems and techniques. Covers fundamentals and advanced technologies including GPS grading and landform manipulation.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 431 and admission to the Landscape Architecture Concentration in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
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Design 500       Experiential Learning in Design in City Innovation
Thematic inquiry and design related to special topics in Design in City Innovation.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
90 units and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Design 501       Work Integrated Learning Design Studio
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) studio in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation. Students connect with community partners to address compelling local issues in the built urban environment.
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 402 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
Antirequisite(s):
Not open for registration to students admitted to the Architecture or Landscape Architecture concentration. Credit for Design 501 and either 502 or 506 will not be allowed.
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Design 502       Architecture Work Integrated Learning Studio
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) studio in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation Architecture Concentration. Students connect with community partners to address compelling local issues in the built urban environment.
Course Hours:
6 units; (0-8)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 404 and admission to the Architecture concentration in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Design 502 and either 501 or 506 will not be allowed.
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Design 503       Capstone Design Studio
Capstone studio for students not registered in the architecture or landscape architecture concentrations. Students develop a capstone design project in their area of interest.
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 501 and admission to the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
Antirequisite(s):
Not open for registration to students admitted to the Architecture or Landscape Architecture concentration. Credit for Design 503 and either 504 or 508 will not be allowed.
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Design 504       Architecture Capstone Studio
Capstone studio in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation Architecture Concentration. Projects engage contemporary issues defining the built and natural environments.
Course Hours:
6 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 502 and admission to the Architecture concentration in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Design 504 and either 503 or 508 will not be allowed.
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Design 506       Landscape Architecture Work Integrated Learning Studio
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) studio in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation Landscape Architecture Concentration. Students connect with community partners to address compelling local issues in the built urban environment.
Course Hours:
6 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 406 and admission to the Landscape Architecture Concentration in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Design 506 and either 501 or 502 will not be allowed.
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Design 508       Landscape Architecture Capstone Studio
Capstone studio in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation Landscape Architecture Concentration. Projects engage contemporary issues defining the built and natural environments.
Course Hours:
6 units; (0-4)
Prerequisite(s):
Design 506 and admission to the Landscape Architecture Concentration in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation program.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Design 508 and either 503 or 504 will not be allowed.
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