Educational Program through International Collaboration on Architecture and Urban Design

Purpose of course

The Department of Architecture and Building Engineering started in 1907 as a course of the Tokyo Tech's previous institution, the Tokyo Technical High School (founded in 1881). It is one of the oldest architectural schools among Japan's universities. With its one-hundred-year history it has enjoyed high reputation in and out of Japan; not a few of its graduates have become renowned architects, engineers and scholars.
The International Graduate Program of the department is solely for master course students mainly in the Architectural Design Course of the department; Its main subjects are architectural design studios and theories with a series of field work finding and delving into new architectural themes in modern ages, especially in the big and bustling modern cities as Tokyo. Needed information to better understand conditions regarding the city and architecture in Japan is to be offered in some classes, which also include architectural tours. The department's instructors will help the students study the above-mentioned themes efficiently and deeply. To get a Master Degree for this course the student is required to get 30 credits and submit a master diploma.

Academic Programs

62005
History of Architecture (2-0-0)  Due to be called off Autumn Semester, 2010
As its replacement, two classes have been arranged regarding history of architecture in Japan; Modern Architecture in Japan and Design and Technology (see information below).

62003
Architectural Preservation and Renovation (2-0-0) Prof. Hiroyasu Fujioka
Architectural preservation is a rather new theme in Japan except for the national government's activities concerning Cultural properties. This course offers an insight on the history of architectural preservation in Japan, and on the theory and practice of preservation activities, giving the students the chance to tour some good examples of architectural preservation in Tokyo district.

1. History of Architectural Preservation in Modern Japan
2. Theory of Architectural Preservation
3. Practice of Architectural Preservation

62033
Theory of Architectural Design I (2-0-0) Due to be called off Autumn Semester, 2010
In designing a piece of architecture, it is not only the drawing techniques and attractive forms that are important, but the architectural thoughts concerning design methods, theories and insights into its surroundings, are indispensable. The Design Course looks into such ways of thinking as well as design techniques. In this course, architectural thoughts regarding designing, shapes, environments and social position of the architect, etc. will be discussed.

1. Methodology of Architectural Composition
2. Topics Concerning Architecture and the City
3. Critique of the Recent Works

92029
Theory of Architectural Design II (2-0-0) Associate Prof. Shinichi Okuyama
In designing a piece of architecture, it is not only the drawing techniques and attractive forms that are important, but the architectural thoughts concerning design methods, theories and insights into its surroundings, are indispensable. The Design Course looks into such ways of thinking as well as design techniques. In this course, architectural thoughts regarding designing, shapes, environments and social position of the architect, etc. will be discussed.

1. Key Ideas and Notions Regarding Architectural Design
2. Texts on the designs of houses by Japanese Architects after the War
3. Analyses of the Present Situation Surrounding Architectural Design

62007
Architectural Theory for Urban Space (2-0-0) Associate Prof. Yoshiharu Tsukamoto
To talk about architecture is very important for a better architectural design because verbalization is an act to let one think about what he/she is designing more clearly. To visualize ideas and designs of architecture one needs some frames to help him/her realize what needs to be seen. This course is for practicing such ways of thinking with examples of architectural critiques on the latest works.

1. Methods of Architectural Critique
2. Various Approaches to Fisk Architecture and its Surroundings
3. Analyses of the Recent Architectural Critics in the Architectural Media

62006
Architectural Detail (2-0-0) Prof. Koichi Yasuda
A building comprises of various parts. It is a combination of different types and sizes of materials. To put together in a proper or interesting way is one of the key factors in the construction of a good building. Thus, architectural details are an essential part of architectural design. This course offers the methods of composing elements and its relationship with design.

1. Architectural Details for Design
2. Traditional Ways of Japanese Architecture
3. Essence of Detail Technique Based on Modern Technology.

62053
Architectural Programming (2-0-0) Prof. Koichi Yasuda
For the smooth proceeding of an architectural project, careful and well-combined procedures should be undertaken. This course teaches important planning and building stages from its preparatory phases to the design and construction processes. Some specialists on this subject will be invited to share their experiences with the students.

1. From the Start of a Project to its Completion
2. Arrangement and Analysis of the Clients needs, The Method of its Visualization and Construction Management
3. Specialists Views

62041
Theory of Architectural Space and Planning (1-0-1) Visiting Professor from overseas
Intensive course conducted by a professor from overseas. It can be a design studio, a series of lectures or a workshop depending on the visiting professor in charge. In 2010, the influential architect in East Asia, Minsuk Cho from South Korea is going to be in charge of the class.

62063
Modern Architecture in Japan (2-0-0) Prof. David B. Stewart
In this seminar, several topics regarding architectural thoughts and design in Japan, not only new but also old, are to be presented and discussed to help better understand the current Japan's architectural scene.

62062
Design and Technology (2-0-0) Prof. David B. Stewart
In this seminar, several topics regarding architectural technology in Japan from a viewpoint of architectural design are to be presented and discussed.

62056
Structural Design in Architecture (2-0-0) Prof. Toru Takeuchi, held in even-numbered year only.
Structural design based on the latest developments in structural engineering is hardly grasped by architects; it belongs to engineers in the field. This lecture is for the students in the Design Course to help them understand what leading structural engineers think and help develop ability to discuss structural engineering with its specialists.

1. Modeling of a structure
2. Characteristics of structural systems
3. Review of the Methods of Analysis

62054, 62055
Architectural Design Studio I, II (0-0-2×2) Professors in the Architectural Design Course
Each student is to submit a drawing with concepts for a proposed assignment issued by the professors in Design Course. Discussion with instructors and colleagues are welcomed.

62701, 62702, 62703, 62704
Seminar in Architectural DesignI, II, III, IV (0-0-2×4) respective instructors
An instructor is designated to each student as an academic advisor. With an agreement by both, each student does research and field work, or design practice on an assigned theme.

62061
Architectural Tour (0-0-1) Prof. Hiroyasu Fujioka
A tour to visit famous buildings and sites in Japan for a week for better understanding of Japanese architecture and culture; Kyoto and Nara will be its locations.

62059
Architectural Workshop I (1-1-0) Prof. Hiroyasu Fujioka, Associate Pro. Yoshiharu Tsukamoto
Needed information to grasp an understanding for traditional architecture and cities in Japan and methods to analyze modern architecture and cities in Japan are offered with tours.

62060
Architectural Workshop II (1-1-0) Prof. Koichi Yasuda, Associate Prof. Shinichi Okuyama
Design practice at an architectural firm in Tokyo, Japan with tours to several renowned architectural firms.

Diploma (0-0-0) All members of the faculty
Choosing a theme, each student is to make a design presentation.
The subjects with on the title are mandatory.

The subjects with on the title are solely for the students in the Department of Architecture of the International Graduate Program