OVERVIEW

The Laboratory undertakes an analytical approach through analog and digital drawing, surveying, and integrated measurement of a complex architectural system. Historical-iconographic research activities and metric-geometric surveys of various factors interact to define the object of study—whether territory, environment, or architecture—achieving a specific level of graphic representation. The goal is to deepen understanding of topics related to the interpretation, comprehension, and representation of urban space and the surrounding territory.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The main purpose of the theoretical component of the course is to provide students with in-depth knowledge of the theory and practice of both analog and digital surveying and representation techniques. The practical lab, through on-site inspections and synthesis workshops, aims to equip students with the skills to use analog and digital surveying instruments and to apply digital graphic standards in preparing a survey project. This project will emphasize and enhance the architectural and decorative characteristics of the subject.

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

Attendance and active participation in the proposed learning activities (lectures, on-site surveys, and data reporting) along with individual study will enable students to: Gain an in-depth understanding of key topics related to Integrated Architectural Survey; Apply methods of direct and indirect surveying; Identify the main project phases: on-site inspections, photographic survey, field survey, graphic rendering, and color survey; Understand the principal theoretical concepts and content of the course; Apply theoretical knowledge acquired in lectures to assigned plots, generally structured for individual groups; Achieve thematic understanding and course objectives through interactive comprehension tests, group work, and presentations in workshop settings.

PREREQUISITES

PREREQUISITE: Representation Laboratory 1. 

TEACHING METHODS

The course consists of lectures conducted by the instructor, in which theory will be presented and applied to various lots assigned to work groups. In individual work, students are expected to acquire the knowledge and concepts fundamental to the practical laboratory work of representation and surveying. 

The course requires mandatory attendance of 70% of the total 80 hours, including lectures and related laboratory activities. Metric and geometric data collection for the assigned lots is conducted in work groups. All data collected using direct and indirect photogrammetric instruments will be coordinated among groups during the final synthesis workshop from January 13 to 17, totaling 20 hours.

The final assessment consists of an individual oral examination and the submission of final graphic works completed during the workshop. Students can access materials provided on the [Aulaweb] website. 

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

The theoretical lessons will cover the following topics in depth, which will then be applied in practical exercises:

• SKETCHING FROM LIFE: PROPORTIONS AND GEOMETRIES. THE SKETCHBOOK
• PERCEPTION OF URBAN SPACE AND ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS
• SURVEYING: Theoretical and Practical Aspects
• COLOR THEORY AND TECHNIQUES
• COLOR IN ARCHITECTURE: THEORY AND DESIGN
• GROUP PRESENTATION: COLOR IN HISTORIC AND CONTEMPORARY BUILDINGS
• PROPORTIONAL SYSTEMS IN ARCHITECTURE AND ARCHITECTURAL ORDERS
• LANDSCAPE DRAWING
• CARTOGRAPHY – NUMERICAL AND GRAPHICAL SCALES
• TYPOLOGIES: Theoretical Aspects
• ARCHITECTURAL SURVEYING - Building, Urban Fabric, City, Territory
• URBAN SURVEYING AND HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE CITY
• TYPOLOGIES: Application to Assigned Lots
• DIRECT AND INDIRECT SURVEYING: APPLICATION
• INTEGRATED SURVEYING: Structure from Motion, Drones, GeoSLAM
• PHOTOGRAMMETRY: THEORY AND APPLICATION TO ASSIGNED TOPIC
• TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR SURVEYING AND PROJECT DRAWINGS
• LAYOUT COMPOSITION 

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

Rilievo dell’architettura, dei monumenti storici, delle opere d’arte, del territorio; il modello e la sua geometria:

M. Docci, D. Maestri, Manuale di rilevamento architettonico e urbano, Laterza, Roma-Bari 2009. – M. Fondelli, Trattato di fotogrammetria urbana e architettonica, Laterza, Roma-Bari 1992.

R. Migliari (a cura di), Disegno come Modello, Edizioni Kappa 2004

Rilievo per il Restauro:

G. Carbonara, Restauro dei monumenti. Guida agli elaborati grafici, Ed Liguori, 1990

G. Carbonara, Avvicinamento al restauro: teoria, storia, monumenti Ed Liguori, 1997

Testi vari di approfondimento (scelta libera):

R. Chitam, Gli ordini classici in architettura, Ulrico Hoepli Editore, Milano 1987.

M. Bianchini, Manuale di rilievo e di documentazione digitale in archeologia, Aracne, 2008

G. Pellegri, ColorHub, Inaspettate intersezioni, La scuola di Pitagora, 2024.

AA.VV. Architettura Rilevata, Istituto di Rappresentazione, Facoltà di Architettura, Genova.

Genua Picta, Ed. Sagep, Genova, 1982

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

Exam Board

FRANCESCA SALVETTI (President)

GIULIA PELLEGRI

MICHELA SCAGLIONE

LESSONS

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The exam consists of an individual interview and a group project, both completed on the final day of the SYNTHESIS WORKSHOP.

The interview assesses theoretical knowledge and is graded on a scale from 18 to 30 with honors.

The group project involves presenting the final graphic deliverables of the survey project, approximately 12 final plates, also graded from 18 to 30 with honors.

The final grade is the average of the individual scores.

To participate in the written test, students must register at least two days before the exam date on the website

https://servizionline.unige.it/studenti/esami/prenotazione. 

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Details on exam preparation and the depth of coverage for each topic will also be provided during the lectures.

The interview will verify the actual acquisition of foundational knowledge. Open-ended questions will assess the student's ability to apply this knowledge in practical situations. Students must be able to connect and integrate the knowledge gained in laboratory activities with that presented during lectures.

The oral exam will primarily focus on topics covered in lectures and will evaluate not only whether the student has reached an adequate knowledge level but also their ability to critically analyze problems posed during the exam.

Presentation of graphic deliverables: The graphic deliverables must adhere to standards for representing an architectural and urban survey at various scales: 1:500-1:200, 1:100, 1:50, and 1:20.

Exam schedule