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063-0417-22L 3 Credits MSC D-ARCH

Architecture and Structure

Architektur und Tragwerk

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Joseph Schwartz
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:01:02

Abstract

The course is centered around a design exercise where the form should be the result of the flow of internal forces and the detailing concept combined with the quality of architectural space. The focus is on structural and load bearing issues with respect to realization implemented in an architectural design.

Objective

Understanding of structural design as translation of structural concepts into building materials with respect to design concepts.

Content

The course is centered around a design exercise where the form should be the result of the flow of internal forces and the detailing concept combined with the quality of architectural space. The focus is on structural and load bearing issues with respect to realization implemented in an architectural design.

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General Information

Language
German
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Semesterly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Architektur und Tragwerk
Keine Lehrveranstaltung am 27.10. (Seminarwoche) sowie in den beiden letzten Semesterwochen (vor Schlussabgaben).
  • Thu 15:45-18:30 (HIL E 8)
3 h weekly

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