♦ Postgraduate Program for Multinational Architects in Conjunction with Engineering and Urban Design

1. Program Outline

Our Department of Architecture and Building Engineering at Tokyo Tech originated in 1907 as part of the curriculum at Tokyo Tech’s parent institution Tokyo Technical High School (i.e., Technische Hochschule) founded in 1881. The department is therefore one of the oldest university-level architectural schools in Japan. With its one-hundred-year history it enjoys a high reputation both within and outside Japan, a number of its graduates having become renowned architects, structural engineers or academics. This International Graduate Program is solely for master’s students and is administered chiefly by the Architectural Design Course of the department. (NB: all Japanese architectural degrees are conferred in the form of an engineering qualification.)

2. Course Outlines and Faculty

The major concentration in this course is within architectural design (studio courses) and history and theory, with fieldwork broaching new architectural themes in an urban context.

3. Guide to Study in this Program

Requisite instruction to better understand Japanese megacities and the built environment throughout Japan will be offered in seminars that also include architectural tours. Instructors will assist and encourage students seeking to master these themes, and each student will be required to obtain 34 credits over two years of study and complete either a design diploma– or a written thesis in English– at the end of the second year.

4. Graduation Requirements

The minimum period of study is two years in total. Note that the above requirements are minimal and some additional requirements may be conditioned depending on the special course. All students are strongly advised to consult with their own supervisors about the study plan.

5. Faculty

Program Head: Prof. Koichi YASUDA <IGP@archi.titech.ac.jp>

6. Tables of Course Subjects

Research Courses (研究科目群)
Course Number	Remarks* (See footnotes )	Course	Department Offering course**	Credit	Chair	Semester S: Spring A: Autumn	Opening year a: Annually e: Even o: Odd
62701 62703	R	Seminar in Architectural design and Building Engineering (ABE) I, III	ABE	0-2-0	Academic Adviser	A	a
62702 62704	R	Seminar in Architectural design and Building Engineering (ABE) II, IV	ABE	0-2-0	Academic Adviser	S	a
*B: Basic, A: Applied, I: Interdisciplinary, R: Required, MP: Master’s Program, DP: Doctoral Program **ABE: Dept. Architecture and Building Engineering
Courses by Departments (専門科目群)
Course Number	Remarks (See footnotes)	Course	Department Offering course*	Credit	Chair	Semester S: Spring A: Autumn	Opening year a: Annually e: Even o: Odd
62005	B/A (1)	History of Architecture	ABE	2-0-0	undecided	A	a
62003	B/A	Architectural Preservation and Renovation	ABE	2-0-0	T.Yamazaki	S	a
62033	B/A (1)	Theory of Architectural Design �T	ABE	2-0-0	undecided	A	a
92029	B/A	Theory of Architectural Design �U	BE	2-0-0	S. Okuyama	A	a
62007	B/A	Architectural Theory for Urban Space	ABE	2-0-0	Y. Tsukamoto	A	a
62006	B/A	Architectural Detail	ABE	2-0-0	K. Yasuda	S	a
62053	B/A	Architectural Programming	ABE	2-0-0	K. Yasuda	S	a
62041	A	Theory of Architectural Space and Planning	ABE	2-0-0	Visiting Prof. from oversea	A	a
62063	A (2)	Modern Architecture in Japan	ABE	2-0-0	undecided	S	a
62062	A	Design and Technology	ABE	2-0-0	D.B.Stewart	A	a
22023	B/A	How Architects and Planners Improve Our Built Environment	SWC	2-0-0	D.B.Stewart	S	a
62056	B/A	Structural Planning in Architecture	ABE	1-0-0	T. Takeuchi	S	e
62054	A	Architectural design Studio �T	ABE	0-0-2	Professors in Architectural Design Course	S	a
62055	A	Architectural design Studio �U	ABE	0-0-2	Professors in Architectural Design Course	A	a
62061		Architectural Tour	ABE	0-0-1	H. Fujioka	During Spring Break	a
62059		Architectural Workshop �T	ABE	1-1-0	H. Fujioka Y. Tsukamoto	A	a
62060		Architectural Workshop �U	ABE	1-1-0	K. Yasuda S. Okuyama	S	a
*B: Basic, A: Applied, I: Interdisciplinary, R: Required, *(1) Due to be called off Autumn Semester, 2013 *(2) Due to be called off Spring Semester, 2014 * The subject with this mark are solely for the students in the department of Architecture and building Engineering of International Graduate Program **ABE: Dept. Architecture and Building Engineering **BE: Dept. Built Environment **SWC: Center for the Study of World Civilizations

Liberal Arts and General Education(G) (大学院教養・共通科目群)

7. Syllabus of Course Subjects

62005
History of Architecture
Autumn Semester (2-0-0) : Due to be called off Autumn Semester, 2013
As its replacement, two classes have been arranged regarding history of architecture in Japan; Modern Architecture in Japan and Design and Technology (see SYLLABUS: “Modern Architecture in Japan” and “Design and Technology” posting for each term’s topic)

62003
Architectural Preservation and Renovation
Spring Semester (2-0-0)
Associate Prof. Taisuke Yamazaki
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�T
Autumn Semester (2-0-0) : Due to be called off Autumn Semester, 2013
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�U
Autumn Semester (2-0-0)
Prof. Shin-ichi 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, the works and theory by Kazuo Shinohara, who was one of the most influential Japanese architect in both within and outside Japan, and used to teach from 1950’s to 1980’s at Tokyo Tech, is taken up for the subject matter firstly. And next, practical design work for a detached house is assigned through the analysis of works and theories of Kazuo Shinohara.

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
Autumn Semester (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 Architecture and its Surroundings
3. Analyses of the Recent Architectural Critics in the Architectural Media

62006
Architectural Detail
Spring Semester (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
Spring Semester (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
Autumn Semester (2-0-0)
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 was in charge of the class and in 2011, Professor Li Xiangning at Tongji University, Shanghai, China was in charge of the class. In 2012, Professor Rene Kural at the Royal Academy of Fine Art in Denmark was in charge of the class.

62063
Modern Architecture in Japan
Spring Semester (2-0-0) : Due to be called off Spring Semester 2014
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
Autumn Semester (2-0-0)
Prof. David B. Stewart
This weekly seminar presents and analyzes various recent and contemporary case studies in building and city planning. The course language is English and regular attendance is strongly encouraged. The approach is both theoretical and visual and should appeal to architectural students. However, interested students from any field are most welcome and there are no prerequisites. Teaching style is interactive and will include student presentations. This is not a lecture course and is based on discussion and active participation. We hope to find out and theorize the ways in which building and urban design make for a better life experience in Today’s cities worldwide.

22023
How Architects and Planners Improve Our Built Environment
Spring Semester (2-0-0)
Prof. David B. Stewart

62056
Structural Planning in Architecture
Spring Semester (1-0-0) , held in even-numbered year only
Prof. Toru Takeuchi
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 �T, �U
Each in Spring and Autumn Semesters respectively (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 Design and Building Engineering�T, �U, �V, �W
Each in Spring and Autumn Semesters respectively (0-2-0×4)
Professors in the Architectural Design Course
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
During Spring Break (0-0-1)
Prof. Hiroyasu Fujioka and Associate Prof. Taisuke Yamazaki
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 �T
Autumn Semester (1-1-0)
Prof. Hiroyasu Fujioka and Associate Prof. 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 �U
During summer break (1-1-0)
Prof. Koichi Yasuda and Prof. Shin-ichi Okuyama
Design practice at an architectural firm in Tokyo, Japan with tours to several renowned architectural firms.

Diploma
Spring Semester (0-0-0)
All members of the faculty
Choosing a theme, each student is to make a design presentation for master course diploma.

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.