ARCH450 GENERATIVE DESIGN IN ARCHITECTURE
| Course Code: | 1200450 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (2.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 4.0 |
| Department: | Architecture |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. İPEK GÜRSEL DİNO |
| Offered Semester: | Fall and Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
Develop a basic understanding of generative design, the necessary computational knowledge and skills to creatively apply in design problems
- This year will specifically focus on applications of generative design applied for CLIMATE ACTION and small-scale architectural issues that can be tackled at the ARCHITECTURAL SCALE.
- To this end, generative design concepts (morphogenesis, complexity science, data-driven design processes, nature-based solutions, parametric / algorithmic tools) will be directed towards problems related to climate change (global warming, sea level rising, water scarcity etc.)
The ability to appropriate and implement generative design paradigms in design projects creatively through algorithmic methods and tools
Gain a critical awareness of the inherent strengths and weaknesses of generative approaches while efficiently combining different methods
Course Content
This course presents generative design concepts across various scales and disciplines ranging from arts to computer science. The students are to develop an analytical and creative understanding of generative models by adapting and implementing various methods and toools in their own design. Computational and algorithmic thinking will be the central element through which the relevant topics will be explored and implemented.
Course Learning Outcomes
by the end of the course, the students are expected to:
- gain in-depth knowledge on generative design concepts and their relationship with computation in architecture;
- gain the ability to develop designs based on algorithmic and generative principles and methods across various scales and disciplines
- develop an analytical and creative understanding of generative models by adapting and implementing various methods and tools in their own design
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Level of Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | Ability to establish connections between the discipline of architecture and its related areas of competence, with the cultural and social aspects of architectural production. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | Gaining, evaluating and applying the technical, aesthetic and ethical dimensions of the knowledge and values of architecture with a scientific and critical approach. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | Making analysis and synthesis of data by employing theories, methods and currents of thought that aid in the identification and solution of architectural design problems. | ✔ | |||
| 4 | Developing creative and original ideas into the stages of theoretical design, projects, application and evaluation of architectural services and realizing them independently as well as in a team. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | Being able to effectively use the traditional and digital communication technologies and visual expression tools. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | Providing leadership to achieve synthesis through a productive coordination of the scientists and professionals of different disciplines taking part in the formation of the built environment. | ✔ | |||
| 7 | Being open to lifelong education by internalizing world experiences related to architectural thought and applications and following new developments. | ✔ | |||
| 8 | Understanding the requirements of environmental, cultural and economic sustainability in both global and local scales and considering them in all professional activities. | ✔ | |||
| 9 | Defending the society's rights to shelter, within nature and city applying universal principles and resisting applications that are against professional ethics and laws while creating unique solutions and putting them into practice. | ✔ | |||
0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution