Identifying Data 2020/21
Subject (*) Drawing in Architecture Code 630G02002
Study programme
Grao en Estudos de Arquitectura
Descriptors Cycle Period Year Type Credits
Graduate 1st four-month period
First Basic training 6
Language
Spanish
English
Teaching method Hybrid
Prerequisites
Department Expresión Gráfica Arquitectónica
Coordinador
Fernandez-Gago Longueira, Paula
E-mail
paula.fernandez-gago@udc.es
Lecturers
Caridad Yañez, Eduardo
Fernandez-Gago Longueira, Paula
Fraga Lopez, Fernando
Fraga Lopez, Francisco Javier
Mantiñan Campos, Carlos
E-mail
eduardo.caridad@udc.es
paula.fernandez-gago@udc.es
fernando.fraga@udc.es
javier.fraga@udc.es
carlos.mantinan@udc.es
Web http://http://departamentos.etsa.udc.es/webryta/
General description Esta asignatura tiene como objetivo introducir al alumno en la representación gráfica propia de la arquitectura desde una doble vertiente: Dibujo a Mano Alzada y Dibujo Arquitectónico.
Dibujo de Arquitectura, por su esencia no debería plantearse más que de manera presencial y englobando la teoría en la ejecución práctica. Este curso por motivo del Covid-19 se plantea, entendemos que de manera excepcional y por imposición de la dirección del centro, la existencia de una hora individualizada de teoría desligada de las horas de práctica. Decisión en contra el criterio docente de todos los profesores, pues desde siempre la teoría y la práctica siempre han estado juntas lo cual facilitaba la integración citada. A su vez, esta hora de teoría tendrá que ser dividida para poder atender los contenidos de cada una de las vertientes de la asignatura. Por todo ello las sesiones magistrales serán no presenciales a través de Teams para evitar riesgos por aglomeración de alumnado y para facilitar la transición entre las dos partes de la teoría. En cuanto se supere la amenaza del virus se volverá a un modelo docente de presencialidad retomando el formato de cuatro horas que tradicionalmente ha tenido esta asignatura.
Contingency plan 1. Modificaciones en los contenidos

- No se realizarán cambios en los contenidos

2. Metodologías

*Metodologías docentes que se mantienen
- Sesión Magistral
- Trabajos Tutelados
- Taller

*Metodologías docentes que se modifican

3. Mecanismos de atención personalizada al alumnado

- Correo electrónico. Temporalidad: Diaria. Uso: Para solicitud de tutorías o encuentros virtuales para seguimiento de los trabajos y ejercicios propuestos.
- Moodle. Temporalidad: Diaria. Uso: Según la necesidad del alumno de disponer de los materiales facilitados, para la entrega de trabajos o para el empleo de foros temáticos.
- Teams. Temporalidad: Esta dinámica se ajustará al desarrollo temporal de la asignatura en modo presencial con las sesiones semanales necesarias para poder desarrollar todas las clases teóricas y prácticas así como para realización de tutorías. Uso: De igual manera al desarrollo previsto en la modalidad híbrida, de forma que permita hacer un seguimiento normalizado y ajustado de las necesidades de aprendizaje del alumnado para desarrollar el trabajo de la materia.

4. Modificacines en la evaluación

Se mantiene lo indicado en la guía docente, pues el paso a la modalidad no presencial no implica cambios en los procedimientos ni en la manera de evaluación.

*Observaciones de evaluación:

Se mantienen las indicadas en la guía docente

5. Modificaciones de la bibliografía o webgrafía

Non se realizarán cambios pues el alumnado ya dispone de todos los materiales esenciales de trabajo de manera digitalizada en Moodle.

Study programme competencies
Code Study programme competences
A1 "Ability to apply graphical procedures to the representation of spaces and objects (T) "
A2 Ability to conceive and represent the visual attributes of objects and master proportion and drawing techniques, including digital ones (T)
A3 Knowledge of spatial representation systems and projections adapted and applied to architecture
A4 Knowledge of the analysis and the theory of form and the laws of visual perception adapted and applied to architecture and urbanism
A5 "Knowledge of the metric and projective geometry adapted and applied to architecture and urbanism "
A63 Development, presentation and public review before a university jury of an original academic work individually elaborated and linked to any of the subjects previously studied
B1 Students have demonstrated knowledge and understanding in a field of study that is based on the general secondary education, and is usually at a level which, although it is supported by advanced textbooks, includes some aspects that imply knowledge of the forefront of their field of study
B4 Students can communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions to both specialist and non-specialist public
B5 Students have developed those learning skills necessary to undertake further studies with a high level of autonomy
B6 Knowing the history and theories of architecture and the arts, technologies and human sciences related to architecture
B7 Knowing the role of the fine arts as a factor that influences the quality of architectural design
B12 Understanding the relationship between people and buildings and between these and their environment, and the need to relate buildings and the spaces between them according to the needs and human scale
C1 Adequate oral and written expression in the official languages.
C2 Mastering oral and written expression in a foreign language.
C3 Using ICT in working contexts and lifelong learning.
C4 Exercising an open, educated, critical, committed, democratic and caring citizenship, being able to analyse facts, diagnose problems, formulate and implement solutions based on knowledge and solutions for the common good
C5 Understanding the importance of entrepreneurial culture and the useful means for enterprising people.
C6 Critically evaluate the knowledge, technology and information available to solve the problems they must face
C7 Assuming as professionals and citizens the importance of learning throughout life
C8 Valuing the importance of research, innovation and technological development for the socioeconomic and cultural progress of society.

Learning aims
Learning outcomes Study programme competences
Ability to apply graphic representation systems. Ability to handle projection and section systems. Ability to handle the quantitative and selective aspect of the scale. Ability to establish the relationship between the plane and depth. A1
B1
B4
B5
B6
B7
B12
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8
Ability to conceive and represent the figure, color, texture and brightness and also dominate the objects proportion. Knowledge of the drawing techniques, all of them fundamental to the correct approach to the projectual skill, a prelude to the project representation. Knowledge and understanding of the stages of graphic learning, from the initial preceptual stage to the final creative representation. A2
B1
B4
B5
B6
B7
B12
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8
Knowledge and understanding of systems of spatial representation and their relation to the processes of graphical conceptualisation and visualisation of the different stages of architectural and urban design. A3
B1
B4
B5
B6
B7
B12
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8
Knowledge and understanding of the laws of proportion and visual perception, theories of form and image, aesthetic theories of color and phenomenological analysis of architectural and urban form. A4
B1
B4
B5
B6
B7
B12
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8
Knowledge and understanding of the metric and projective geometry as the foundations of the layout, design and architectural composition. A5
B1
B4
B5
B6
B7
B12
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8
Ability to apply knowledge and skills in relation to Systems of Representation, Graphical Conceptualisation, Analysis of forms and Graphical Restoration, for the production, presentation and defense before a University Board of Examiners of an original piece of academic work based on the student´s own research in relation to any of the areas covered by the course. A63
B1
B4
B5
B6
B7
B12
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8

Contents
Topic Sub-topic
FREEHAND DRAWING
Workshop Methodology
Graphic learning methodology applied to architectural perception.
Expressive representation as a first step concerning graphic learning.
Lineal perspective applied to freehand drawing.
Expressive volume representations: axonometric, perspectives, models...
INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING
Supervised Projects methodology
Graphic conventions.
Scale and proportions.
Plans, elevations and architectural sections.


Planning
Methodologies / tests Competencies Ordinary class hours Student’s personal work hours Total hours
Introductory activities A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A63 B1 B4 B5 B6 B7 B12 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 2 0 2
Supervised projects A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A63 B1 B4 B5 B6 B7 B12 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 22 45 67
Workshop A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A63 B1 B4 B5 B6 B7 B12 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 22 45 67
Guest lecture / keynote speech A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A63 B1 B4 B5 B6 B7 B12 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 13 0 13
 
Personalized attention 1 0 1
 
(*)The information in the planning table is for guidance only and does not take into account the heterogeneity of the students.

Methodologies
Methodologies Description
Introductory activities With these activities, it is aimed to approach the students into the different type of contents, methodologies, and the learning outcomes of this subject (and Analysis of Architectural Forms belonging to the second four-month period) and how they will be evaluated.
Supervised projects This methodology is based on competences and contents of Architectural Technical Drawing; students will be required to complete several assignments during both class time practice sessions and non-class time hours allocated for these activities, always under the supervision of the teaching staff. .
Some of the assignments will consist of exams.
This section of the course focuses on learning ‘how things are done’ and the promotion of supervised independent learning (this is why the flipped classroom teaching strategy for the theoretical contents is used).
Class contact hours will be used for:
1)The proposal and discussion of project topics and related theoretical considerations.
2)Class time will also include a series of group and/or individual project monitoring sessions, and time for carrying out particular tasks on the project in process.
3)The exams included in the planning, will be done during part of the class hours as well.
Workshop The workshop section of the module includes both class time practice sessions and non-class time spent on workshop tasks assigned and supervised by the professor. This methodology is based on competences and contents of Freehand Drawing, and it is focused on learning ‘how things are done’ (therefore the suitability of the interspersion of the theory into “condensed pills” within the practice) and encouraging supervised independent learning under the supervision of the teaching staff.
Students will be required to produce a set amount of graphical work (defined in advance by the professor) during the hours allocated for workshop activities that the students must perform on a mandatory basis.
Workshop activities will be based on the following categories and assessed individually, with each task accounting for a specific portion of the overall mark:
1) Class work (ordinary class hours)
2) Weekly practical tasks (student´s personal work hours)
3) Final test drawings (final exam)
Guest lecture / keynote speech Although according to the Annual Teaching Plan (PDA in Spanish) there is an hour devoted for the theoretical contents assigned in this subject (due to an administrative and homogenizer UDC matter), for years theoretical lessons have never been taught in a traditional way. The theoretical contents have always been included within the practice, as it is evidenced by multiple evidences and communications for teaching innovation conferences. However, this academic year, and due to the insistence of the faculty leadership, and against the teaching staff, there is an isolated hour for theory untied from the practice hours, that will have to be divided in two parts to attend both methodologies of the subject.
Theoretical contents will be divided according to the module’s two main subject areas and taught using a non-linear approach, based on the make-up of the group and the learning objectives proposed by the teaching staff.
- In the Supervised project methodology, theoretical contents will be taught following the instructional strategy called “flipped classroom”. That strategy reverses the traditional learning environment by delivering instructional content outside of the classroom. At the beginning of the class-hours, possible doubts on the contents given in advance will be solved; after that, a test will be carried out to check whether everything has been understood.
- On the other hand, the theoretical contents in the Workshop methodology will be developed in theoretical-practical sessions.
In general, oral presentations will be carried out, using audiovisual aids and other resources, intended to convey knowledge and encourage learning.
This academic year and due to the exceptional Covid-19 limitations, and to avoid infections, the theoretical contents will be taught under virtual mode through Teams.
The only in-person theoretical session will be held, if possible, for developing the Introductory Activities the first week of the four-month period.

Personalized attention
Methodologies
Introductory activities
Guest lecture / keynote speech
Supervised projects
Workshop
Description
Personalized attention refers to one-to-one meetings between teachers and students, or small group tutoring sessions, designed to offer guidance, support and motivation to students throughout the learning process, and an opportunity to discuss any questions or difficulties they may have in relation to specific module tasks and activities.
For this section of the module, as in the other sections, students will be required to keep the professor informed as to the progress of their assignments, to ensure projects meet the necessary standards in each case.
Given the emphasis on personalized teaching and learning in this module, students will be strictly required to avail of all opportunities for engagement offered by the syllabus. Students will ask their teachers for an appointment by email, to guarantee both, compliance and temporary provision and avoid unnecessary waiting for students.
This academic activity, will be carried out by the teaching staff, individually or in a small group, and may be virtual by Teams or in person at the choice of each teacher.

Assessment
Methodologies Competencies Description Qualification
Guest lecture / keynote speech A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A63 B1 B4 B5 B6 B7 B12 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 As already indicated, the theoretical contents of this subject, are focused on how are they put into practice. For this reason, it is not assessed independently and therefore it does not count in the evaluation.
0
Supervised projects A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A63 B1 B4 B5 B6 B7 B12 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 The final grade in this methodology will be the sum of the following marks:
-The weighted average of all the practical work and exams carried out during the four-month period, will account for the 60% of the global mark of this module
- The mark obtained in the final exams (official schedule January and or July) will account for the 40% of the global mark of this module. A mark under 5 in the final exam will result in a failing grade in this module of the subject.
50
Workshop A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A63 B1 B4 B5 B6 B7 B12 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8 The final grade in this methodology will be the sum of the following marks:
- Class work and Weekly practical tasks will account for a 60% of the total final mark for the module
- Final assessment control drawings (final exam) will account for a 40% of the total final mark for the module (official schedule January and or July)-
50
 
Assessment comments

1) Class attendance is compulsory for both methodologies workshop and supervised projects (theoretical and practical sessions) as well as the tutoring attendance. Students who fail to attend to the 80% to all classes will be recorded as “Absent”.  Absences due to illness or other unforeseen circumstances should not exceed the remaining 20%.

Attendance will be recorded by the completion of a series of tests in time and form, exercises and all the scheduled deliveries for the different methodologies. 

Students under part-time commitment and other UDC academic exemptions, will not have to meet the previous attendance requirement. However, they will have to meet, everything in relation to the delivery of all the assignments.

2) In both methodologies, all the exams will be evaluated by the whole staff of lecturers of the subject to guarantee the homogeneity of the level in all the subgroups.   

3) The final grade for the course will be the arithmetic mean of the marks achieved by the students in both methodologies, according to the criteria established in each case and obtained according to the percentages (%) indicated above. 

Weighted average in the Supervised Projects intends to express the desire to give more value to the latest projects so that to allow the students to mature their graphic skills towards the end of the four-month period.

VERY IMPORTANT: A mark under 5 in one of the methodologies (workshop or Supervised Projects), will result in a failing grade in this subject.

In an extraordinary way, students who have passed one of the methodologies and failed the other at the first opportunity, will not have to repeat the approved part at the second opportunity.

Students who have to take the subject again the next year, will have to pass both methodologies again.

4) In relation to the delivery of all the assignments, the following requirements, will be taken into account: 

- Workshop: Class work assignments will be handed in weekly, at the end of the class session; non-class assignments will be handed the week following the proposal.

- Supervised Projects: Assignments will be collected on the day set in the planning or in the proposal. 

Late delivery is not allowed. Students who fail to meet this requirement will be recorded as “Absent”.

For both methodologies, Students under part-time commitment and other UDC academic exemptions, will have to meet the delivery dates of all the assignments. In case this is not possible, they will have to agree with their teachers a new delivery date in advance, as well as for doing the exam (control exercise) if it is needed.

In order to pass the module, either during the first-opportunity term exams in June, or during the second-opportunity examination period in July, students will be required to have done 100% of all assigned work in each methodology, and achieve the minimum specified mark for each of the compulsory assignments, under the appropriate direction and supervision of the professor. Students who fail to meet this requirement will be recorded as ‘Absent (NP)’ and have their assessment deferred to a subsequent examination period. 

Project supervision will only be deemed to have taken place where the supervising lecturer can confirm that student work on projects during class time is consistent with work completed outside of class hours. Students who fail to attend the weekly tutorial meetings (at the minimum 1 hour), will be recorded as “Absent”.

5) Second Opportunity (July) 

Students who need to sit for the second opportunity, should develop all the assignments assessed as “absent” and/or those that hadn´t got the minimum mark to get a pass in the first opportunity.   

In addition, they should take into account the following requirements:

- In relation to the Supervised Projects methodology, they should develop a new “development assignment” posed by the professors at the beginning of the second semester, to give students enough time to do it and to have it supervised by their teachers. The deadline to deliver this task will be 15 days before the date of the exam of the second opportunity. The weighted average of all the practical work will be part for the 60% of the global mark of this module.

- In relation to the Workshop methodology, students should develop a new ´sketchpad´ posed by the professors at the beginning of the second semester, to give students enough time to do it and to have it supervised by their teachers. The deadline to deliver this task will be the date of the exam of the second opportunity. 

- For both methodologies, the weighted average of all the practical work will be part for the 60% of the global mark of this module.

Students who only sit for the second opportunity (in July), will be strictly required to do all the assigned work during the course with particular emphasis to the teacher supervision of all these tasks.

7) Given the emphasis on personalized teaching and learning in this module, students will be strictly required to avail of the opportunities for engagement offered by the syllabus. Students who fail to attend the weekly tutorial meetings (at the minimum 1 hour), will be recorded as “Absent”. Students under part-time commitment and other UDC academic exemptions, will also have to meet the previous requirement.

8) Teaching, testing and assessment in respect of mobility programme students, will be adapted to meet any special circumstances or supervision needs these students may have.


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Complementary


Recommendations
Subjects that it is recommended to have taken before

Subjects that are recommended to be taken simultaneously
Descriptive Geometry/630G02003
Introduction to Architecture/630G02005

Subjects that continue the syllabus
Analysis of Architectural Forms/630G02007

Other comments

It would be advisable for new students before joining this subject, that previously had completed courses in high school on technical and freehand drawing.



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