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Preservation Studio::2009:: 5501:: Course Syllabus

ARCH 5501-303 – ARCH Graduate Preservation Studio - 502

Contents 1 Faculty Information: 2 Course Information: 3 Catalogue Description: 4 Required Text 5 Field Trips 6 Studio Access: 7 Course Description and Purpose (Goal): 8 Educational Goals: 9 Expected Studio Learning Outcomes: 10 Other Studio Expected Outcomes: 11 Theory Statement and Research Notebooks 12 Semester Calendar 13 Course Calendar Synopsis: 14 Expected Learning Outcomes: 15 Assignments 16 Criteria for Grading: 17 ADMINISTRATIVE ISSUES: 18 Class Attendance: 19 Illness and Death Notification: 20 Academic Integrity 21 Civility in the Classroom: 22 Students with Disabilities 23 Project Grade Definitions: 24 References:

Faculty Information:

Dr. Elizabeth Louden

Architecture Building Ofc. 1008F

806-742-3136 x241

Office Hours: Wednesdays 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and by appointment

Course Information:

Scheduled Class Meeting Times

MWF – 1:00 to 4:50 PM

Pre-requisites for the course:

ARCH 5604 Urban Design Studio V

ARCH 5365 Arch. Res. Methods

ARCH 5362 Theory in Architecture May be taken as a co-requisite

Catalogue Description:

• 5501. Advanced Architectural Topical Design Studio (5:0:10) Topical studio that explores design, theoretical and/or technological issues that affect current architectural thought and practice.

Required Text

The Investigation of Buildings: A Guide for Architects, Engineers, and Owners. Donald Friedman. 2000. W. W. Norton & Company, Inc. New York

Recommended

Structural Renovation of Buildings: Methods, Details, and Design Examples.

Alexander Newman, P.E. 2001. McGraw-Hill. New York. Resource

http://www.nps.gov/history/hps/tps/standguide/

Supplies needed for the course: Normal Studio sketching and model building materials. Bass wood for Team Site Model and final building model.

Field Trips

Slaughter Ranch near Morton, TX - Scanning and Documentation Fieldwork National Ranching Heritage Center, Lubbock, TX Tentative: The Rachofsky House 8605 Preston Road Dallas, TX 75225 www.rachofskyhouse.org

Studio Access:

Key access to studio 502 requires a $25 deposit to Computer area Rm 911. When you get a receipt for your credit card deduction, take it to 1005, the receptionist will give you a key. At the end of the semester, take the key back, get your receipt, take it back to 911 and they will credit your account. We want the key back, not your $25.00 deposit.

Course Description and Purpose (Goal):

The Topical Design Studio is a graduate level studio course whose focus is on a apecific area related to a particular expertise of the faculty member or specialized area of architecture. Preservation theory and knowledge are an integral part of this particular studio. The studio experience includes research, writing, design and model building requirements. This course also provides a service-learning component that is described further in the following sections.

Educational Goals:

To advance the student's knowledge about, and understanding of architectural design as the synthesis of:

Form and Space: Defined by systems of structure, enclosure, and circulation, organized by hierarchical patterns, articulated by the qualities of shape, color and texture, and determined by the principles of scale, theories of proportion, and compositional arrangement.

Technology: Methods of construction, properties of materials, building systems, and mechanical systems including plumbing, electrical, lighting, and HVAC.

Program: The accommodation of physical and psychological needs, planning for specific human activities and functional facility planning.

Context: Sensitivity to social precedents both physical and psychological, economic factors, urban patterns, regional issues, and cultural attitudes.

Site and Environment: Geological factors, natural environment, climate, solar exposure, wind temperature, precipitation, ecology, and sustainability.

Design Process: The intellectual activity of conceptualizing, analyzing, and expressing architectural form and space through creative and logical thinking using hand drawing, three-dimensional hand-built models, and electronic media.

Precedent: Design solutions are influenced and informed by established principles and noteworthy examples of work found in professional and academic work.

Expected Studio Learning Outcomes:

NAAB Criteria #28 – Ability to produce a comprehensive architectgural project based on a building program and site that includes development of programmed spaces demonstrating an understanding of structural and environmental systems, building envelope systems, life safety provisions, wall sections and building assemblies, and the principles of sustainability.

Other Studio Expected Outcomes:

Based on Service-Learning philosophy, this studio course combines substantial activity in the community with critical examination of the service experience and the application of architectural design and civic planning concepts, skills, and theory relevant to that activity. Students and faculty form community partnerships with existing organizations, groups, schools, individuals, and other community entities to act together to identify needs, evaluating responsive strategies, and implement those strategies. Community problem-solving collaborations enrich the learning environment by allowing students to learn not only from faculty, but also from a culturally and socially diverse group of peers and community members. Service learning courses carry the spirit of collaboration into the evaluation process by offering agencies and service recipients the opportunity to be involved in the evaluation of the participation and impact of the service. Students develop a richer understanding of the architect’s role in a larger social context that promotes significant discussion of community responsibility, and an awareness of what it means to be active citizens of a democratic society. Students also gain an understanding of how to conceptualize and make concrete contributions to society within their chosen field.

Our community liaisons are John and Bette Hope of the Hockley County Historical Society, Levelland.

Theory Statement and Research Notebooks

DUE on Monday, December 7, 2009. 3-Ring Binder and sheet protectors (Based on the Service Learning model):

Cover – including project name, studio instructor, course number, date and student name

Table of Contents

Theory Statement: 500 words minimum. An exposition of your theoretical construct and design process illustrated by diagrams and/or other explanatory graphics. Include a statement about your response to climate and sustainability issues.

Body of the Program: I.Introduction – Problem Statement

a.Describes the initial site and buildings as well as how project addresses the problem

b.Explain why problem merits investigation

II.Project Context

a.Background information about site and issue of concern

b.Do a “stakeholder analysis” – identify interests of different organizations or individuals involved in project – who is affected by the project?

Note: Include self in stakeholders, identifying attitudes and expectations for project III.Economic Feasibility Studies

a.Research alternatives to the ‘Dude Ranch’ experience

b.Identify potential users

c.Describe the average user in detail including lifestyle, transportation, education, job, wants, expectations

IV.Project Analysis

a.List challenges project presents

b.Identify the issues that your design can respond to

c.Offer a variety of perspectives and approaches to the project without arguing for specific solution

V.Design Responses

a.Graphic images illustrating intended responses to design challenges

b.Brief description of the challenge – one sentence and response

VI.Space Programming

a.List of required spaces

b.Square footages

c.Do a basic cost estimation for each space

VII.Sustainability Responses

a.Describe your sustainability concerns

b.Describe the ‘green’ technology that you have included in the project

i.Describe either Wind, Water or Sun that you incorporated in your design

ii.Describe at least one of these technologies as well as other sustainable issues that are incorporated into your design solutions.

VIII.Concept Development

a.Explain conceptual approach and process

b.Include examples of concept development procedures

IX.Project Solution

a.Describe solution selected and process for choosing that solution

b.Cite academic concepts and/or processes that support solution

c.Describe the structural solution

d.Describe the mechanical systems

X.Conclusion – Impact Statement

a.Describe User impact/reaction to final project

b.Describe impact of project on self, including how the project did or did not meet expectations as well as how project impacted attitudes listed previously

Aspects of this outline are adapted from TTU Service Learning Report structure and categories.

Students are expected to bring knowledge from all previous courses in their academic careers to bear on the deliberations and decisions for this project. As graduate students nearing the end of the formal education phase of your careers, you are responsible to use your previous experiences and knowledge with a greater autonomy and with a collaborative attitude toward your instructor, your classmates and toward those you may be presenting your work to, just as you will when you are working as a professional. Your instructor serves as a guide, sounding board, and resource as well as having the responsibility to assess whether you have demonstrated sufficient progress and achieved the goals of the course.

Semester Calendar

Fall 2009 Faculty on Duty: August 24 Registration: August 25 – 26 First Class Day: August 27 Holidays: Sept. 7, Oct. 12 – 13,* Nov. 25 – 27 Last Class Day: December 9 Final Exams: December 11 – 16 Commencement: December 18 – 19

Course Calendar Synopsis:

Phase I

Understanding Preservation Approaches, Historical Research and Site Analysis, Developing a Program, Site Visit and Fieldwork August 25 – September 19

Fieldwork and site visit - TENTATIVE-Saturday, September 12, 2008 Meet 9 am at the site.

Phase II

Concept Development for Slaughter Ranch Regeneration incorporating sustainable and economical solutions.

Presentation of preliminary proposals - September 21, 2009 1:00 – 4:30pm

Phase III

Schematic Design, Cost Estimation, Structural studies, Finalize Base Models - September 28 – October 19, 2009

Phase IV

Design Solution development, mechanical, prelim drawings - October 19 – November 2, 2009

Phase V

Final Design, Programming, & Presentation. Public Presentations Time:TBA November 3 – December 7, 2009

Expected Learning Outcomes:

Awareness of

Secretary of the Interior Standards for Historic Buildings

Preservation practice issues

Understanding of Community Interaction and Protocol

Architectural intervention implications

High Definition Survey documentation

Ability to Conduct basic building surveys

Assess basic structural integrity

Prepare a cost estimate for architectural proposals

Write a basic building program

Complete a design based on that building program

Methods of Assessment of Learning Outcomes (Specific Course Requirements and Policies) We will be exploring the opportunities for design the Slaughter Ranch near Morton, Texas. Lat. 33°41'15.92"N Long. 102°46'14.69"W. These are adobe buildings placed to form a quadrangle. They are part of once extensive headquarters of cattle baron C. C. Slaughter who established ranching empire. Still operated as a working ranch headquarters; the buildings are recently restored and and good condition. The buildings are located two miles south of Morton on Texas 214; one mile west on F.M. 1169

Assignments

Reading assignments textbook and all other sources

Papers, projects, presentations

Building Program – see outline above

Wooden Team Model – Bass Wood, 1:16 scale including the site and existing buildings. One class model organized by the students. Reports on each student’s participation will be included in the submission.

Design Solution – presented by all plans, including roofs and site plan necessary to represent the intentions, building elevations, building within the context elevations, site section with the building, analysis and schematics, process drawings. Sketches including theory explorations, design concepts, and design processes. All final drawings will be submitted complete, professional and high quality.

Public Presentation - PowerPoint

Reading Assessments

TBA – see class calendar

Programming Booklet:

Length requirements – Minimum 20 pages

Must be type-written – Arial, single-spaced.

Writing style requirements: Proper punctuation, MLA Style citation (footnote, endnote), spelling and typographical errors will result in point deductions and possible return for resubmission. Submissions are expected to be professional and error free.

The student learning outcomes will be formally assessed by the demonstration of a comprehensive and thorough representation of the essential facts, needs and goals for the design solution.

The final drawings, models, CD back-up of all digital information including the Program, the Site Analysis graphics and photos, the preliminary submissions and the final solutions to be submitted on Monday, December 7, 2009, room 502 in the assigned locations by 5:00 P.M. The CD will be placed in the instructor’s mailbox in the COA Lounge on the 10th floor of the Architecture Building.

To insure as much equity among students as possible, deadlines are firm and will not be extended. If any change in submission requirements occurs, students will be notified as soon as possible via course Calendar and email notifications. Students will be held responsible for knowing about oral announcements or requirements not listed in the syllabus. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor via email about any information that is unclear or was missed.

Criteria for Grading:

Determining the final grade in the course.

Comprehensive and complete submissions, well-crafted models, neat and to scale drawings appropriate to describe the proposal.

Late submission of work will result in reduction of a 10 point deduction from the assignment grade for the first to following 24 hours and for each 24 hours or portion thereof until the instructor sees the submitted assignment.

Grades will be based on grading sheets to be posted in class at the beginning of each phase of the project. Grades will be returned to the students within two weeks of submission. Texas Tech University Operating Policy 34.12 states that instructors may not post grades for any examinations, including final examinations, unless permission is granted by the department chairperson and a substantiated random identification procedure is in place. Missed deadlines–see bullet item 2.

Opportunities for extra credit may be given at the instructors discretion based on educational opportunities that may arise during the semester such as guest lecturers and other events, readings, exhibitions, etc. Extra credit activities will offer points (depending on the activity) to be added to an assignment grade.

Participation in the field trips and submission of all four phases of the project are required to PASS the course.

High levels of class participation are expected to be consistent throughout the semester and are counted in the grade. Participation includes but is not limited to the following activities:

Student asking instructor questions

Student answering instructor questions

Student responding to other students’ questions

Student initiating discussion

Studio participation

External requirements such as field trips, lecture/concert attendance

Discussion group participation

Participation in group projects

ADMINISTRATIVE ISSUES:

The Texas Tech University Catalog states that students are expected to spend approximately two hours in preparation for each hour of lecture. For studio classes, you are expected to spend an equivalent amount of time in preparation for class requirements. Due to the nature of studios and the design process, it is hard to quantify the amount of time it takes to produce studio work, however, students are required to come to class with materials to work with ‘in class,’ to be prepared with work to discuss with the instructor, and to have required submissions prepared and presented at the stated time. Excuses of plotter unavailability or other computer delays, loss of work, etc. are not acceptable and demonstrate a lack of planning, preparation and professionalism.

Class Attendance:

Absence and tardy policy – Attendance is necessary for your success in this course & is mandatory for all scheduled class meetings, for the full class period.

You are expected to be on time. You are expected to be in attendance for the duration of the class meeting time.

You are expected to work on nothing but the contents of the assignments of this course. Working on anything but course work for this class, arriving tardy, or leaving early will result in a recorded absence.

As Graduate students, you are expected to be independent thinkers, self-starters and responsible for your time management. As pre-professional architects, it is your responsibility to take an active and pro-active role in the educational process by making the most of this opportunity to interact with communities, state and local agencies as well as professional firms. Professional conduct in all situations is expected and required.

In accordance with the policies of the University & the college (see Undergraduate Bulletin page 137 for the detailed attendance policy of the college), a student will either drop the course with a grade of W or WF (if the relevant deadline hasn't passed) or receive a failing grade upon their fifth absence. This policy will be strictly upheld.

Note: You are expected to be prepared to work in studio during class on class assignments only, & are highly encouraged to consult & discuss studio work with your peers.

Policy regarding make up exams – If exams are given and must be missed, the student is responsible to contact the instructor and arrange a retake time that is convenient to the instructor within 15 days of the original missed exam time.

Absence due to religious observance - The Texas Tech University Catalog states that a student who is absent from classes for the observance of a religious holy day will be allowed to take an examination or complete an assignment scheduled for that day within a reasonable time after the absence (p.49). Notification must be made in writing and delivered in person no later than the 15th class day of the semester.

Absence due to officially approved trips – The Texas Tech University Catalog states that the person responsible for a student missing class due to a trip should notify the instructor of the departure and return schedule in advance of the trip. The student may not be penalized and is responsible for the material missed. (p.49)

Whether an absence is excused or unexcused is determined solely by the instructor with the exception of absences due to religious observance and officially approved trips described above. The Center for Campus Life will notify faculty, at the student’s request, when a student is absent for four consecutive days with appropriate verification of a health related emergency. This notification does not excuse the student from class, it is provided as a courtesy. The service is explained as follows and can be found on the Center for Campus Life web site at: http://www.campuslife.ttu.edu/crisis/

Graduate Preservation design studio consists of twelve (12) hours of studio meeting time. We are scheduled to meet for the duration of the period between 1:00 PM to 4:50 PM Monday, Wednesday, & Friday of every week unless otherwise noted in your Course Calendar. Students are expected to be punctual and to attend each session in its entirety. Failure to do so will be considered as an absence. In a number of instances, the instructor will be conducting University related research and attending a conference. Other instructors will be available for questions and support. Students are expected to continue their work and meet submission deadlines.

Typically there will be something due at each class meeting & each student will be expected to present their progress for informal reviews daily during the course of the project. At the end of the project there will be a formal review of each student's work. At this time the student is expected to present their project's drawings & ideas to the class or group. This presentation is mandatory to make a passing grade for the project. Students should understand that this event is to be treated with complete academic & professional respect.

Students must pass the graduate studio course with a grade of "B" or better to advance to the next level of design studio.

Illness and Death Notification:

The Center for Campus Life is responsible for notifying the campus community of student illnesses, immediate family deaths and/or student death. Generally, in cases of student illness or immediate family deaths, the notification to the appropriate campus community members occur when a student is absent from class for four (4) consecutive days with appropriate verification. It is always the student’s responsibility for missed class assignments and/or course work during their absence. The student is encouraged to contact the faculty member immediately regarding the absences and to provide verification afterwards. The notification from the Center for Campus Life does not excuse a student from class, assignments, and/or any other course requirements. The notification is provided as a courtesy.

Academic Integrity

Academic Misconduct:

It is the aim of the faculty of Texas Tech University to foster a spirit of complete honesty and a high standard of integrity. The attempt of students to present as their own any work that they have not honestly performed is regarded by the faculty and administration as a serious offense and renders the offenders liable to serious consequences, possibly suspension.

Texas Tech University Catalog (p.49) and (OP 34.12):

See the descriptions of Cheating and Plagiarism found in the Texas Tech University Catalog: (p.49)

Interpretations of plagiarism and academic misconduct especially relevant to architecture – plagiarism is NOT using another architect’s work as a case study or as an inspiration for your design work as long as you give appropriate credit. The correct citation of someone else’s work, in fact, is encouraged and desirable.

Civility in the Classroom:

Students are expected to assist in maintaining a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. In order to assure that all students have the opportunity to gain from time spent in class, unless otherwise approved by the instructor; students are prohibited from engaging in any other form of distraction. Inappropriate behavior in the classroom shall result, minimally, in a request to leave class.

Students with Disabilities

ADA Statement

Any student who because of a disability may require special arrangements in order to meet course requirements should contact the instructor as soon as possible to make any necessary accommodations. Student should present appropriate verification from AccessTECH. No requirement exists that accommodations be made prior to completion of this approved university procedure.

Ombudsman for Students

The Ombudsman for Students is available to assist students with any conflict or problem that has to do with being a student at Texas Tech University. You may visit the Ombudsman in 237 Student Union Building or call 742-4791.

Tobacco and Aerosol Use

Smoking or other uses of tobacco, the use of spray paint or aerosol products of any kind are not permitted anywhere in the Architecture Building. There is a designated smoking area outside in the courtyard near the bridge. The stairwells are not to be used for smoking or painting.

Submission Policy

The studio professor reserves the right to refuse to grade a project if it is notably incomplete, is late, does not meet requirements, is sloppy in quality, or is poorly displayed. All design presentations must be submitted at or before the assigned time. Any project submitted after the time and date scheduled will receive a zero or a failing grade, unless the circumstances warrant consideration by the faculty and constitute a valid justification.

Students are responsible for displaying their projects securely on the assigned display surfaces. Pins, tacks, staple guns, etc. will not be provided by the College. Projects that are not securely or properly displayed will be regarded as incomplete and points will be deducted from the project grade. Projects may not be removed until the instructor has given express permission.

Once a student has turned in a project and it has been placed on the wall for display, it may not be altered or added to in any way. A student seen marking in any way on his or any other project once it is on display, may receive a failing grade on that project. If a project must be altered or added to, and the time for the completion of the project has not passed, the student may remove the project from the wall, make the additions or alternations, and then replace the project on display. This may not be done if the completion time of the project has passed.

The only people allowed to mark on the projects that are on display are the instructors of the Studio Course and invited jury members.

As University policy, all work submitted to the studio professor and/or College becomes the property of the University and remains such until it is returned to the student. Project Grade Weights:

Attendance::::10% of Final Grade

Slaughter Ranch Visitor Experience Design Proposals::::90% of Final Grade

Project Grading basis:

Research Skills::::10%

Project Research booklet

Site Analysis

History

Transportation Impacts

Basic Programming::::10%

Facts, Needs, Goals booklet

Design Schematics::::20%

Design Proposal (15%)

Cost Estimates (5%)

Final Proposals and Solutions::::35%

Theory Statement::::10%

Professionalism and Participation::::15%

Personal Responsibility, Time Management

Field Trip Participation

Final Presentations

The final drawings, models, CD back-up of all digital information including the Program, the Site Analysis graphics and photos, the preliminary submissions and the final solutions to be submitted on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 by 5:00 P.M. in the classroom. The CD will be placed in the instructor’s mailbox in the COA Lounge on the 10th floor of the Architecture Building. Final reviews are tentatively set for Monday, December 7, 2009. ALL PROJECT PRESENTATIONS MUST BE ON THE WALL BY 30 MINUTES EARLY TO ASSURE A PROMPT BEGINNING OF PRESENTATIONS. LOCATION: tba Final Program Report is due on Wednesday, December 9, 2009. Reports will be submitted to the instructor’s mailbox in the COA Lounge on the 10th floor of the Architecture Building.

Project Grade Definitions:

Grading is a certification that the student has clearly demonstrated a level of expertise as required in each design project or exercise.

Grade A::::Superior work

Exceptional performance strongly exceeding requirements of assignments; initiative proving independent resourcefulness; strong positive attitude toward the work; a growing level of improvement.

Grade B::::Good, above average

Adequate performance above the norm, accurate and complete, beyond requirements of assignments: good initiative; positive attitude toward the work; improvement showing marks of progress.

Grade C::::Average

Mediocre or conservative performance, satisfying all requirements of assignments with a neutral and ordinary level of initiative, attitude, and performance.

Grade D::::Barely Acceptable

Performance not meeting the minimum standards of the course. Initiative unacceptable. Work below standard. (This is a passing grade for the University; however, a minimum grade of "C" is required to proceed to the next design level.)

Grade F::::Failing

Ineffective performance not satisfying the requirements of the assignments to an extreme degree. Level of initiative, attitude, and improvement non-existent.

Plus and minus marks may be used to indicate higher and lower rating in each grade division for the purposes of averaging progress reports and final grades.

The following numbers will be used for calculating the final grade-

For the purpose of calculating a final grade the following numbering system will be used:

A+ = 97-100, A= 93-96, A- =90-92, B+ = 87-89, B = 83-86, B- = 80-82, C+ = 77-79, C = 73-76, C- = 70-72, D+ = 67-69, D = 63-66, D-=60-62. F=below 60

References:

TTU Service Learning Definition & Guidelines

Service-Learning is a pedagogy that links academic study and civic engagement through thoughtfully organized service that meets the needs of the community. This service is structured by and integrated into the academic curriculum, which provides opportunities for students to learn and develop through critical reflection.

Criteria #1: Service learning courses provide rigorous and enhanced academic learning by interconnecting community action and critical reflection.

Service-learning courses combine substantial activity in the community with critical examination of the service experience and the application of disciplinary concepts and skills or academic theory relevant to that activity.

Criteria #2: Service learning courses provide relevant and meaningful service by placing students in projects that are tailored to address community and societal needs.

Students and faculty form community partnerships with existing organizations, groups, schools, individuals, and other community entities to act together to address various issues - identifying needs, evaluating responsive strategies, or implementing those strategies.

Community problem-solving collaborations enrich the learning environment by allowing students to learn not only from faculty, but also from a culturally and socially diverse group of peers and community members. Service learning courses carry the spirit of collaboration into the evaluation process by offering agencies and service recipients the opportunity to be involved in the evaluation of the participation and impact of the service.

Criteria #3: Service learning courses provide purposeful civic learning by creating a learning environment where students can acquire the knowledge, skills, and values to make an explicitly direct contribution to themselves and their communities, both local and global, through civic participation.

Students develop a richer understanding of a discipline in a larger social context that promotes significant discussion of community responsibility and an awareness of what it means to be active citizens of a democratic society. Students also gain an understanding of how to conceptualize and realize concrete contributions within their chosen field.

Criteria #4: Course options ensure that no student is required to participate in a service placement that creates a religious, political, and/or moral conflict for the student.