Architectural Design 1: Introduction to Design

Course Name: ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1 - INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN

Course Description: Design fundamentals involving basic creative design exercises with emphasis on space, form and mass.

Number of Units: Lecture – 1unit and Studio – 1 unit

Number of Contact Hours per week: Lecture - 1 hour and Studio – 3 hours

Prerequisite/ Co-requisite: None

Related Textbooks and References:

• Architectural Graphic Standards: McGraw Hill. Latest Edition
 

Board Exam Result: Jan-2013 Licensure Exam for Architects Held in Manila

The Professional Regulation Commission announces that 816 out of 1,557 (52.4%) passed the Architect Licensure Examination (ALE) held in Manila last January 25 and 27, 2013, given by the Board of Architecture headed by Chairman, Arch. Rolando L. Cordero with members, Arch. Angeline T. Chua Chiaco and Arch. Marietta Bundalian Segovia.

B. S. in Architecture: The Curriculum

Do you wish to have a degree in Architecture? Well, that’s great. Architect profession in the Philippines is shining and not too populated. Besides, the education in Architecture is Superb and you could even learn things that are so useful in everyday living and could probably shaped you into a much better person as you mature. 

Most people ask, “Do I have to be good in drawing to study Architecture?” The answer is NO.