Computers in architectural education
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Abstract
It is perhaps difficult to understand that even today the design of the built environment is best described as an "art" rather than a "science." The designer or architect is an artist who relies heavily on creativity and intuition to solve technological problems.
References
[1]
Reiners, W. J., "Computers in Building," Building, Vol. 219 (6656), Dec. 11, 1970 pp. 131--44.
[2]
Miller, W. R., "Computers in Architecture," Datamation, Sept. 15, 1971 pp. 20--6.
[3]
Gero, J. S., "Computers and the Architecture Student," R.A.I.A. News, April 1970, Royal Australian Institute of Architects, Sydney, N.S.W., Australia.
[4]
Pohl, J. G. and J. Conrad, User-Guide for Computers in the Architectural Profession, 1974, Published by the authors---547 Stanford Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.
[5]
Chapman, A. J., User-Guide for Architecture Students---Batch Computer Programs, Vol. 1, 1974, El Corral, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407.
[6]
Pohl, J. G., User-Guide for Architecture Students---Time-Sharing Computer Programs, Vol. 1, 1974, El Corral, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407.
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DOI:10.1145/1499949
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Published: 19 May 1975
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