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052-0903-00L 2 Credits BSC D-ARCH

Construction History I

Baugeschichte I

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Stefan Holzer
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:07:21

Abstract

History of building from classical antiquity to modernity: building types, constructions, forms, with particular reference to functional issues such as flexibility of use, statics, durability. This is not a mere history lecture, but an important part of the basic introduction into construction.

Objective

Participants know the fundamentals of building history, including landmark monuments of each era, key historic constructions and forms. They are able to "read" a historic building and to relate it to building history. They are aware of the variety of historic building constructions.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 45 minutes
Aids
None
Digital
The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Baugeschichte I
Für Studierenden im Reglement BSc Architektur 2025! Kein Unterricht am 23. Oktober (Seminarwoche) und in den letzten beiden Wochen des Semesters.
No time listed 2 h weekly

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