Course title
S08610002
Project Research 1

 YAMASHIRO Satoru Click to show questionnaire result at 2018

OKANO Michiko

ASANO Kota
Middle-level Diploma Policy (mDP)
Program / Major mDP Goals
Department of Architecture 7. 7．課題の発見・解決のために自ら継続して学修・探求することができる
Department of Architecture 8. 8．与えられた制約の下で問題解決に向けた計画を立案し、それを実践することができる
Department of Architecture 9. 9．チームの中で自分と他者の役割を理解し、互いの意思疎通を図りながらチームの目標のために行動することができる
Purpose of class
Students will study actual cases of natural disasters and other catastrophes in recent years, as well as regional decline due to social changes, in each lecture, while learning about the issues facing society and attempts at revitalization and reconstruction. The students will then deepen their understanding of these issues through research, which will serve as preliminary study for the seminar courses.
Course description
The theme of this course is ”the destruction of towns and houses by catastrophes (earthquakes, floods, cliff slides, terrorism, wars, etc.) and the attempts to regenerate and rebuild from them. Students will learn about the process of rebuilding towns and lifestyles through various ongoing case studies and acquire cutting-edge knowledge. The lectures will also serve as preparatory studies for the ”Domestic Projects” and ”Architecture Studio Practice” courses in the following semester.
Goals and objectives
  1. Can explain catastrophes (earthquakes, floods, cliff slides, terrorism, wars, etc.) from architectural and urban perspectives.
  2. To be able to consider and express one’s own desires for society through architecture and urban form.
  3. Study a variety of ongoing cutting-edge examples and explain the importance of trial and error in architecture and cities.
  4. Critique 20th century urban construction and architectural design.
  5. Describe the items required for the course’s unique project courses and exercises.
  6. Ability to work as a team to develop and implement studies and proposal work.
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

 Presentation 1 Presentation 2 Presentation 3 Presentation 4 Presentation 5 Total.
1. 4% 4% 4% 4% 4% 20%
2. 4% 4% 4% 4% 4% 20%
3. 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 15%
4. 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 15%
5. 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 15%
6. 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 15%
Total. 20% 20% 20% 20% 20% -
Evaluation method and criteria
Evaluation will be based on presentations and reports. The maximum score is 100 points, and 60 points or more is considered to be a passing grade. 60 points or more is defined as the average score for each achievement objective, and is defined as the ability to understand and implement the contents of the course with guidance.
Language
Japanese
Class schedule

 Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1. Guidanc: Types and Characteristics of Disasters Reading on related topics 300minutes
2. Lecture 1: Natural Disasters and Reconstruction Reading on related topics 180minutes
3. Research 1 Reading on related topics 180minutes
4. Summary and Presentation 1 Reading on related topics 180minutes
5. Lecture 2: Evacuation life after the disaster and living in temporary housing Reading on related topics 180minutes
6. Research 2 Reading on related topics 180minutes
7. Summary and Presentation 2 Reading on related topics 180minutes
8. Lecture 3: Reconstruction Process and Issues Reading on related topics 180minutes
9. Research 3 Reading on related topics 180minutes
10. Summary and Presentation 3 Reading on related topics 180minutes
11. Lecture 4: Urban change due to the disaster Reading on related topics 180minutes
12. Research 4 Reading on related topics 180minutes
13. Summary and Presentation 4 Reading on related topics 180minutes
14. Special Lectures Reporting and Reflection 200minutes
Total. - - 2660minutes
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback specific contents about "Other"
Feedback in the class
Textbooks and reference materials
「まち建築―まちを生かす36のモノづくりコトづくり」日本建築学会（彰国社） 伊藤香織、山代悟らの共著
「みんなの家、その先に」伊藤豊雄ほか(LIXIL出版)
Prerequisites
Readings on post-disaster evacuation, temporary housing, and reconstruction housing planning and usage.
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • Thursday 12:00-13:00. contact in advance by e-mail.
Regionally-oriented
Regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
  • Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
Active-learning course
Most classes are interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
Applicable Instruction will be provided by faculty members with practical experience in various public facilities and community development. Cases in which faculty members have been involved in practical work will also be discussed.
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
  • 11.SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES
  • 13.CLIMATE ACTION
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