Prof. Orla Smyth LoPiccolo - ARC 100 - Introduction to Architecture and Culture

ARC 100 Introduction to Architecture and Culture is an immersive experience using the city of Florence, Italy, as a classroom to explore the connections between architecture and other areas of culture, including art, music, dance, food, traditions and customs, and urban design.

The following is the course description for ARC 100 Intro to Architecture and Culture:

“This course provides a foundational study of the art and history of western architecture and the context in which it is built. The course will focus on 20th century to newly built western architectural and urban developments. Course topics include how architecture of today has been influenced by its location, historically significant buildings, art, culture, landscapes, and urbanism. Designed to familiarize students with the architectural thinking of the built environment that surrounds them locally and during a study abroad/away experience to a western city, this course will give students an opportunity to develop an understanding and appreciation of the architecture discipline and its design objectives. Course content is drawn from numerous fields, including architectural history and theory, design studies, philosophy, and urban studies. Credits: 3 (3,0)”

There are no prerequisite requirements for ARC 100. At Farmingdale State College, ARC 100 may fulfill one of the following categories: Arts, Humanities, or Liberal Arts. ARC 100 is also an approved Applied Learning Study Abroad course.