Introduction to Architecture

Course Objective:
To introduce the field of architecture and its relation with society, culture, religion, technology and build environment. To understand the profession of architecture and its relation with allied profession. To understand the role of architecture in Nepal and the career opportunities scene.

1. The field of architecture brief Survey from beginning of architecture to present times(2 hours)
2. The study of architecture and its features under TU.(1 hour)
3. Architecture, built environment and the society.(6 hours)
4. Socio-culture and religious context of architecture.(4 hours)
5. Technology and material context of architecture.(4 hours)
6. Site, City and ecological contest of architecture.(2 hours)
7. The architecture profession and its interactive relationship with allied professionals such as planners, engineers, interior designers, landscape architects etc.(4 hours) 
8. The profession of architecture of Nepal-its practice both public and private, career opportunities.(2 hours)
9. Architect, client and contractor, planning and building controls in force.(4 hours)

Evaluation Scheme
The questions will cover all the chapters of the syllabus. The evaluation scheme will be as indicated in the table below:

Chapter	Hours	Mark Distribution*
1, 2 and 3	9	12
4, 5 and 6	10	16
7, 8 and 9	10	12
Total	29	40

*Note: There may be minor deviation in marks distribution.