ARC 1020 - Visual Literacy and Civilization: An Architect’s View (2)

The role of visual explanation in Western European civilization, while also emphasizing its cultural relativity. Analysis of the rules of representational conventions in the context of their rich cultural history, and contrasts them with non-western traditions. Introduction to several of 20th century’s schools of thought that have been critical of the hegemonic visual regime of modernity, and its role in colonial expansion and domination of non-western cultures.

Corequisite(s): ARC 1022A.
GE Area(s): C2
Component(s): Lecture
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
Course Category: Major Course, GE Course