ARTH 1107 History of Architecture

This course is a global overview of the history of architecture from the earliest surviving works through the present. Students will examine architecture, urban design, landscape design, and other alliedfields such as architectural sculpture, interior design, and engineering. The course will consider vernacular design and the role of artists, artisans and patrons, as well as the effects of the Industrial Revolution, the rise of the skyscraper, and technological innovation. These forces will be viewed within larger economic, historical, religious, political, and social contexts. Satisfies Core requirement for Arts.

Course overview

Department
Art History
School
MCAS
Credits
3
Level
Undergraduate
Offered
Every Fall

Catalog details

Satisfies core
Arts

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Requirements fulfilled

  • Studio Art with Architectural Studies: One art or architectural history course (Current University Catalog; students should confirm their catalog year)
  • University Core: Arts (All undergraduates)

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Official evaluation summary

4.06 / 5

Based on 122 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-08-02. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

  • Timothy Orwig
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022, Fall 2021 · Official rating 4.23/5

Sections

  • Section 01
    Fall 2026 · Timothy Orwig · Devlin Hall 018 MW 09:00AM-10:15AM · Offered