ARCH208 Architectural Communication
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Architecture
Lejla Krivošić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course will introduce the students to variety of communication modes used to represent architectural ideas. Students will employ communication tehcniques through sketching, technical drawings, model making, verbal and visual communication and graphic media to articulate their design skills from concept formation to design development and representation.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Principles of Three-Dimensional Design, Wucius W., Van Nostrand Reinhold Company, 1977; How to Make Repeat Patterns: A Guide for Designers, Architects and Artists, Jackson, P., Laurence King Publishing, 2018.
Additional Literature
Ching, F., Architecture: Form, Space & Order,John Wiley and Sons, 2007Teaching Methods
Lecture and demonstration method during the lesson development; Collaboration method and discussion during the tutorials
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the course - General information | |
| 2 | Course description, assessment and criteria methods; Lecture on Introduction to architectural elements - Spatial relation and transformation; Introduction to Assignment 1 - Shape grammar> Eyploring patterns in architecture - Types and design of patterns; Assignment 1 - Design tutorial | |
| 3 | Presentation and submission of Assignment 1 - Shape grammar / Sketching and model making | |
| 4 | Lecture on Introduction to architectural principles - Examples of design principles; Introduction to Project 2 - Design of patterns | |
| 5 | Introduction to AutoCad; Homework 1 | |
| 6 | Lecture on Posters Design. From AutoCad to Photoshop. Photoshop.Intro. Homework 2 | |
| 7 | Introduction to Photoshop - AutoCAD to Photoshop; Poster design; Basics in Photoshop - Adjusting images in Photoshop | |
| 8 | MIDTERM PRESENTATION Project 02. | |
| 9 | Lecture on Space for Emotions. Intro to Project 03. | |
| 10 | Lecture on Serpentine Gallery. Work on presentation of the chosen task. | |
| 11 | Lecture on Drawing and Illustration. Work on presentation of the chosen task. | |
| 12 | Lecture on Brochure Design. Work on presentation of the chosen task. | |
| 13 | Lecture on How to present. Work on presentation of the chosen task. | |
| 14 | Work on presentation of the chosen task. | |
| 15 | Preparation for the exam. Work on presentation of the chosen task. |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH208.1 | Course | Wednesday 09:00 - 11:50 | A F1.3 - Computer Lab | - | - |
| ARCH208.2 | Course | Wednesday 13:00 - 15:50 | A F1.3 - Computer Lab | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 12:00 | A F3.9 B | |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 14:00 | A F3.9 B | |
| Friday | 10:00 - 13:00 | A F3.9 B |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam_ Assignment 3
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3
In-term Assignement 1
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
Class tutorials (2x homework)
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3
Mid Term Exam_ Assignment 2
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
12 hours ⏳ (12 week × 1 h)
Active Tutorials
24 hours ⏳ (12 week × 2 h)
Active Tutorials
6 hours ⏳ (2 week × 3 h)
Mid Term
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
Project I
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
Project II
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
Home study
90 hours ⏳ (15 week × 6 h)
Home study
6 hours ⏳ (2 week × 3 h)
Fianal Exam
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ARCH208] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| ARCH208 | Architectural Communication | 1 | 2 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Lejla Krivošić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 10:00-12:00 Tuesday: 9:00-14:00 Friday: 10:00-13:00 |
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| dleila@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | N/A | Assistant E-mail | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | This course will introduce the students to variety of communication modes used to represent architectural ideas. Students will employ communication tehcniques through sketching, technical drawings, model making, verbal and visual communication and graphic media to articulate their design skills from concept formation to design development and representation. |
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| Textbook | Principles of Three-Dimensional Design, Wucius W., Van Nostrand Reinhold Company, 1977; How to Make Repeat Patterns: A Guide for Designers, Architects and Artists, Jackson, P., Laurence King Publishing, 2018. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lecture and demonstration method during the lesson development; Collaboration method and discussion during the tutorials | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Online | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to the course - General information | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Course description, assessment and criteria methods; Lecture on Introduction to architectural elements - Spatial relation and transformation; Introduction to Assignment 1 - Shape grammar> Eyploring patterns in architecture - Types and design of patterns; Assignment 1 - Design tutorial | |||||||||
| Week 3 | Presentation and submission of Assignment 1 - Shape grammar / Sketching and model making | |||||||||
| Week 4 | Lecture on Introduction to architectural principles - Examples of design principles; Introduction to Project 2 - Design of patterns | |||||||||
| Week 5 | Introduction to AutoCad; Homework 1 | |||||||||
| Week 6 | Lecture on Posters Design. From AutoCad to Photoshop. Photoshop.Intro. Homework 2 | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Introduction to Photoshop - AutoCAD to Photoshop; Poster design; Basics in Photoshop - Adjusting images in Photoshop | |||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM PRESENTATION Project 02. | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Lecture on Space for Emotions. Intro to Project 03. | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Lecture on Serpentine Gallery. Work on presentation of the chosen task. | |||||||||
| Week 11 | Lecture on Drawing and Illustration. Work on presentation of the chosen task. | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Lecture on Brochure Design. Work on presentation of the chosen task. | |||||||||
| Week 13 | Lecture on How to present. Work on presentation of the chosen task. | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Work on presentation of the chosen task. | |||||||||
| Week 15 | Preparation for the exam. Work on presentation of the chosen task. | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam_ Assignment 3 | 1 | 40 | 2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| In-term Assignement 1 | 1 | 20 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| Class tutorials (2x homework) | 2 | 10 | 2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Mid Term Exam_ Assignment 2 | 1 | 30 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 1 | 12 | 12 | Active Tutorials | 2 | 12 | 24 | |||
| Active Tutorials | 3 | 2 | 6 | Mid Term | 3 | 1 | 3 | |||
| Project I | 3 | 1 | 3 | Project II | 3 | 1 | 3 | |||
| Home study | 6 | 15 | 90 | Home study | 3 | 2 | 6 | |||
| Fianal Exam | 3 | 1 | 3 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 17/02/2026 | |||||||||