The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey. (Image courtesy of Nasser Rabbat.)
Instructor(s)
Prof. John Ochsendorf
MIT Course Number
4.448
As Taught In
Fall 2004
Level
Graduate
Course Description
Course Features
Course Description
An analysis of historical structures is presented themed sections based around construction materials. Structures from all periods of history are analyzed. The goal of the class is to provide an understanding of the preservation of historic structures for all students.