Philip Ursprung: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2016

Name	Prof. Dr. Philip Ursprung
Field	History of Art and Architecture
Address	I. f. Geschichte/Theorie der Arch. ETH Zürich, HIL D 63 Stefano-Franscini-Platz 5 8093 Zürich SWITZERLAND
Telephone	+41 44 633 44 60
Fax	+41 44 633 13 42
E-mail	philip.ursprung@gta.arch.ethz.ch
Department	Architecture
Relationship	Full Professor

Number	Title	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
051-0125-00L	Architecture V	1 credit	3V	P. Ursprung
Abstract	History of Art and Architecture since the 1970s
Learning objective	The course target is to let the students gain a overview of a line of formative occurrences, works of art, buildings and theories from the early nineteen-seventies. The students should become sensitive for questions and problems in the field of history and theory and they should increasingly be able to relate their own praxis with historical relations.
Content	The two-semester course offers an introduction to the history of modern and contemporary art and architecture since ca. 1970. Motivated by questions of the current discourse, central topics and exemplary works of art and architecture are discussed. Concepts such as "labor", "economy", "experience", "research", "nature", "diversity" or "surface" are used to focus on specific historical developments and connections. Art and architecture is considered as a field of cultural change as well as an indicator of social, economic, and political conflicts which in turn helps to understand historical dynamics. The course "Lehrcanapé" (one hour) is part of the course and treats alternative methods of teaching and learning.
Lecture notes	http://www.ursprung.arch.ethz.ch/courses
051-0779-16L	History of Architecture: Colonialism, Architecture & Urbanism in Africa (P.Ursprung)	2 credits	2G	S. Henni, P. Ursprung
Abstract	In the 19th and 20th centuries Belgium, Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, and Spain invaded and colonized the great majority of the African continent. This was coupled with the invention of an unprecedented European modern architecture that was expected to face Africa's climates and to satisfy colonial administrators, military officers, settlers, tourists, and in rare cases Africans.
Learning objective	The course examines the multifaceted relationships between colonialism, architecture, and urbanism in Africa under European rule. The aim is to explore and discuss European production, transfer, adaptation, transformation, and exchange of modern architecture and urbanism within and among African colonies and protectorates ruled by the various European powers. Specific examples will be drawn from across the African continent in order to examine the formal, spatial, social, and political characteristics and impacts of new towns, villages, buildings, and elements designed by European architects and planners.
Content	The course is delivered through a series of weekly lectures, discussions of assigned readings, and students' presentations, which are centered around key themes and specific contexts. Students will be expected to complete one reading per week and one presentation per semester. Each student is invited to choose a town, a building, a personage, a construction material, or an aspect of colonialism in Africa and present it to the class.
Literature	All readings will be available on the course website at the beginning of the semester: http://www.ursprung.arch.ethz.ch/lehrveranstaltungen
Prerequisites / Notice	All lectures, readings, presentations, and discussions will be held in English. Those who wish to participate in the course must attend the first introductory lecture on 22 September 2016.
051-1207-16L	Integrated Discipline History of Art and Architecture (P.Ursprung)	3 credits	2U	P. Ursprung
Abstract	Works in the integrated discipline art and architectural history evolve in close connection with projects in design.Textual and creative works are possible. The length of the text or the extent of the creative project will be decided upon individually. Interested students are asked to develop a (textual or diagrammatic) concept sketch explaining the content and the form.
Learning objective	We expect that students pursue their examination of the design process independently and in an original manner or that they develop a related theme from the perspective of the history of art and architecture. The work should be part of the design process and interact with it formally and in regard to content.
Content	Works in the integrated discipline art and architectural history evolve in close connection with projects in design.Textual and creative works are possible. The length of the text or the extent of the creative project will be decided upon individually. Interested students are asked to develop a (textual or diagrammatic) concept sketch explaining the content and the form.
Prerequisites / Notice	Students interested in this course are required to enroll via mystudies.ethz.ch and apply via e-mail at the chair until end of the first week of the semester. Students are asked to indicate the theme of the design and the chair they are working with. The work is handed in at the same time as the design.
063-0315-16L	History of Art and Architecture V: America	1 credit	1V	P. Ursprung
Abstract	America plays a key role in the European imagination since the 18th century. The lecture follows this issue in discussing examples of American art, architecture, film and literature.
Learning objective	The lecture aims to focus on some of the concepts of the recent architecture and art history that have an ongoing influence on contemporary architecture.
Content	Art and Architecture of the United States.
Prerequisites / Notice	The lecture is held in English.
063-0317-16L	History of Art and Architecture (Thesis Elective)	6 credits	11A	P. Ursprung
Abstract	Independent and scientific thesis on a monographic or thematic topic within the scope of the history of art and architecture.
Learning objective	The objective is to write an independent thesis on a monographic or thematic topic within the scope of the history of art and architecture. The focus is to thus exemplify a comprehensive view of the approach and methods towards the modern history of art.
Content	The objective of the elective subject is, in coordination with the advisors, to work autonomously on a subject from the history of architecture. Beside own ideas also positions of research should be considered; we set value on a correct scientific form as well as a clear language. The work should cover 36'000 signs as well as image material if needed. At the beginning and before delivery of the work an elaborate discussion will take place.
064-0005-16L	Doctoral Seminar: Methods in the History of Art and Architecture	3 credits	2K	I. Heinze-Greenberg, L. Stalder, P. Ursprung
Abstract	gta-re-vue: Workshop on the occasion of the 50th jubilee of the Institute for the History and Theory of Architecture
Learning objective	The development of the material is conceived as a joint form-finding process. The basic idea is to create a revue-like series of various "numbers": a dynamic mixture of book and lecture texts, historical documents and spontaneously evolving conversations. The final product will be performed by workshop contributors during the anniversary celebrations.
Content	The motivation behind the workshop is to focus on the beginnings of the gta on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. Among the founding fathers there were fascinating protagonists such as Adolf Max Vogt, Bernhard Hoesli, and Paul Hofer. Based on an understanding of their concepts, methods and ideas, a text collage will culminate in a script for a one-hour-long performance reading. In addition to the graphically significant gta publications produced at this time ("Rainbow"- books), contemporary image and film materials can be integrated as well as interviews with contemporary witnesses and the present gta chair. The result intends both contextualization as well as critical revision.
Prerequisites / Notice	The seminar addresses the fellows of the Doctoral Program in History and Theory of Architecture. All other doctoral students of the Faculty of Architecture are welcome.
862-0002-16L	Research Colloquium History of Knowledge (HS 2016) Only for MAGPW students, D-GESS PHD and D-ARCH PHD students. This colloquium is highly recommended for first and second semester MAGPW students.	2 credits	1K + 1A	A. Kilcher, K. M. Espahangizi, D. Gugerli, M. Hagner, P. Sarasin, J. Tanner, P. Ursprung, L. Wingert
Abstract	The colloquium of the ZGW focuses on present developments, debates and perspectives in the field of history of knowledge. On the second and fourth date there will be public events in the Cabaret Voltaire.
Learning objective	The colloquium deals with the general problems, questions and methods of the interdisciplinary research field "The History of Knowledge". Knowledge has become one of the existential conditions of modern societies and it increasingly determines their dynamics. Therefore, it is getting more and more relevant to develop a differentiated analysis of the epistemic, social and cultural constraints of the production, circulation and the decay of knowledge. In addition, the colloquium asks after the cultural and ethical resonances of knowledge not only within science but also in relation to art, literature, technology, everyday life, and so on.
Prerequisites / Notice	Short notice about program changes are possible and will be communicated through the ZGW newsletter. Please register with www.zgw.ethz.ch/de/newsletter.html Credit points can be gained by regular attending and by writing an essay. In addtition to the five colloquia there will be a deepening seminar on offer (lecturer K. Esphahangizi). Free childcare available.