ARCHEOLOGY OF ARCHITECTURE
ARCHEOLOGIA DELL'ARCHITETTURA
| A.Y. | Credits |
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| 2023/2024 | 6 |
| Lecturer | Office hours for students | |
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| Oscar Mei | Wednesday 9-11 and by appointment |
Assigned to the Degree Course
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Learning Objectives
The course aims to direct students to the knowledge of the main problems of Greek and Roman architecture. In particular, we will focus on the Greek sanctuaries of Greece proper, of Southern Italy, of Asia Minor and of the colonies of North Africa, looking at their planimetric and architectural characteristics. with particular attention to the constructive peculiarities of the Templar buildings.
Program
The course provides a general framework on Greek and Roman architecture, keeping in mind Vitruvius' "De Architectura" and also referring to other literary works of antiquity. Particular attention will be paid to the Greek Templar architecture of the archaic and classical age, of which the most characteristic aspects will be studied in depth, through the in-depth analysis of temples and sanctuaries of its own Greece and of the colonies.
Course topics:
Introduction to Greek Architecture
Outlines of Greek Architecture
Introduction to Roman Architecture
Outlines of Roman architecture
Vitruvius and the De Architectura. Genesis and characteristics of the work. Readings from Book I
Vitruvius and the De Architectura. Readings from Book V. Forum and basilicas
The Basilica of the Colonia Iulia Fanestris
Vitruvius and the De Architectura. Readings from Book III. Temples and "architectural orders". Optical corrections
The Doric order: characteristics and applications. Problems with anastylosis.
The Acropolis of Athens, general description
The Acropolis of Athens: the Parthenon and other monuments
The sanctuary of Zeus in Olympia
The sanctuary of Apollo in Delphi
The Sanctuary of Athena Aphaia in Aegina
The sanctuary of Artemis in Ephesus and the dipterans of Asia Minor
The sanctuaries of Metaponto, the Palatine Tables
The Greek temples of Poseidonia-Paestum
The Heraion at the mouth of the Sele
The Greek temples of Syracuse. Temple of Apollo
Selinunte
The Acropolis of Selinunte: temple C, problems of anastylosis and restoration. The Temple D
Selinunte: the eastern hill. Problems of anastylosis and restoration: Temple E and Temple F
Selinunte: the eastern hill. Problems of anastylosis and restoration: the Temple G
The Greek Temple of Segesta and the vitruvian impares scamilli
The Temple of Victory of Himera
Agrigento: Valley of the Temples
Cyrene: colony in the land of Libya. Urban planning and Greek temples. The Temple of Olympian Zeus
Learning Achievements (Dublin Descriptors)
The student will be evaluated according to the following learning outcomes:
1. Knowledge of the main problems related to the development of Greek sacred architecture.
2. Ability to apply knowledge and understanding in the context of the discipline.
3. Acquisition of critical skills and independent judgment in relation to the issues addressed during the course; ability to synthesize and scientifically interpret archaeological data.
4. Communication skills and use of a language appropriate to the characteristics of the subject.
5. Learning skills aimed at acquiring the bases for any future knowledge in the historical-artistic and archaeological field.
Teaching Material
The teaching material prepared by the lecturer in addition to recommended textbooks (such as for instance slides, lecture notes, exercises, bibliography) and communications from the lecturer specific to the course can be found inside the Moodle platform › blended.uniurb.it
Supporting Activities
Visits to archaeological sites, museums and monuments.
Undergraduates will have the opportunity to broaden their knowledge taking part in excavation and restoration campaigns both in the Archaeological Park of Forum Sempronii.
Teaching, Attendance, Course Books and Assessment
- Teaching
Frontal lessons.
- Attendance
Attending students are required to attend classes regularly (no less than 2/3 of the total number of hours)
- Course books
J.P. Adam, L'arte di costruire presso i Romani. Materiali e tecniche, Longanesi, Milano 2008.
F. Cairoli Giuliani, L'edilizia nell'antichità, Carocci, Roma 2018.
G. Rocco, Guida alla lettura degli ordini architettonici antichi: il dorico, Liguori, Napoli 1994.
P. Gros, L'architettura romana. Dagli inizi del III secolo a.C. alla fine dell'alto impero. I monumenti pubblici, Longanesi, Milano 2001.
Further bibliography will be provided during the lessons.
The course texts will be available at the archaeological library (Palazzo Albani, Via del Balestriere 2).
- Assessment
Deepening essay.
Oral examination.
The exam will have an evaluation on a scale from 18 to 30 and shall comprise the presentation of the essay assigned to each student and several follow-up questions on the topics of the course. The acquisition by the student of critical abilities and autonomy of judgment with regard to the issues of the course and also the use of an appropriate speech to the characteristics of the subject will be verified. The student will also have to demonstrate his understanding of the main notions of Greek and Roman architecture.
Evaluations of excellence: excellent critical and in-depth skills; ability to orientate himself within the discipline and to establish links between the main issues addressed during the course; use of an appropriate language.
Good evaluations: good critical and in-depth skills; ability to establish links between the main issues addressed during the course; use of an appropriate language.
Sufficient evaluations: achievement of a basic knowledge of the topic of the course and of the main problems inherent to the discipline; use of a language that is not completely appropriate.
Negative assessments: lack of basic knowledge of the discipline, training gaps; use of an inappropriate language.
- Disability and Specific Learning Disorders (SLD)
Students who have registered their disability certification or SLD certification with the Inclusion and Right to Study Office can request to use conceptual maps (for keywords) during exams.
To this end, it is necessary to send the maps, two weeks before the exam date, to the course instructor, who will verify their compliance with the university guidelines and may request modifications.
Additional Information for Non-Attending Students
- Teaching
Non-attending students are required to contact the professor to discuss the exam program.
- Attendance
- Course books
J.P. Adam, L'arte di costruire presso i Romani. Materiali e tecniche, Longanesi, Milano 2008.
F. Cairoli Giuliani, L'edilizia nell'antichità, Carocci, Roma 2018.
G. Rocco, Guida alla lettura degli ordini architettonici antichi: il dorico, Liguori, Napoli 1994.
P. Gros, L'architettura romana. Dagli inizi del III secolo a.C. alla fine dell'alto impero. I monumenti pubblici, Longanesi, Milano 2001.
Further bibliography will be provided during the lessons.
The course texts will be available at the archaeological library (Palazzo Albani, Via del Balestriere 2).
- Assessment
Deepening essay.
Oral examination.
The exam will have an evaluation on a scale from 18 to 30 and shall comprise the presentation of the essay assigned to each student and several follow-up questions on the topics of the course. The acquisition by the student of critical abilities and autonomy of judgment with regard to the issues of the course and also the use of an appropriate speech to the characteristics of the subject will be verified. The student will also have to demonstrate his understanding of the main notions of Greek and Roman architecture.
Evaluations of excellence: excellent critical and in-depth skills; ability to orientate himself within the discipline and to establish links between the main issues addressed during the course; use of an appropriate language.
Good evaluations: good critical and in-depth skills; ability to establish links between the main issues addressed during the course; use of an appropriate language.
Sufficient evaluations: achievement of a basic knowledge of the topic of the course and of the main problems inherent to the discipline; use of a language that is not completely appropriate.
Negative assessments: lack of basic knowledge of the discipline, training gaps; use of an inappropriate language.
- Disability and Specific Learning Disorders (SLD)
Students who have registered their disability certification or SLD certification with the Inclusion and Right to Study Office can request to use conceptual maps (for keywords) during exams.
To this end, it is necessary to send the maps, two weeks before the exam date, to the course instructor, who will verify their compliance with the university guidelines and may request modifications.
Notes
A basic knowledge of the main aspects of archeology and Greek and Roman history is hoped for.
Contact:
Office: Palazzo Albani, via del Balestriere 2 - Urbino.
Phone: 0722 303766
email: oscar.mei@uniurb.it
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