Inspiring prof Pierre du Prey takes the class on an architectural walking tour of Kingston.
Art History 123 (Architecture in the Classical Tradition) is one of the most rewarding classes that I have ever taken at Queen’s. It is also one of the easiest.
Professor Pierre Du Prey is an articulate and engaging character who, I promise, will make you fall in love with architecture. He clearly loves what he does, and that passion is directly translated into stimulating lectures.
The course studies architecture in a linear fashion – from Stonehenge and ancient Greek civilizations (yes, a lot of column study goes on) all the way up to modern architectural movements around the globe. There are ten minute quizzes, small essays, and exams, however nothing is overwhelming and if you simply attend class you are pretty much guaranteed an A.
Additionally, this course is web-based. There is a cheap textbook offered, however it’s not required, and all the information you’ll need for the tests and assignments can be found online. Du Prey has worked long and hard to create the ACT, a website that covers the entire class. Each lecture is available in Real Audio format for you to listen to, there is a multitude of images available, and all lectures are also written for you to read, re-read, and refer to later on if need be.
While this course doesn’t require a lot of work, you’ll likely be so enamored with the class, the material or Du Prey himself, you’ll find yourself keening it up and working hard whether you planned to or not.
That said, if it fits in your time table. Take it.
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