III. Realization ( Осмысление )

Reading & Speaking

6. Read the following terms and phrases, mind their pronunciation:

final delivery	окончательная сдача
to supervise	надзирать за, руководить
to agree on the initial proposal	достигать соглашения по первоначальному предложению
structural system	конструктивная система (здания)
heating and ventilating systems	система отопления и вентиляции
site plan	план стройплощадки
landscape plans	проект создания антропогенного ландшафта
interior furnishing	внутренняя отделка
zoning law	законодательство по вопросам функционального зонирования территории
fire regulations	нормы противопожарной безопасности
ordinance	закон, постановление муниципалитета
entire community	населённый пункт, микрорайон
construction drawing	строительный чертёж
to file	регистрировать
to obtain development and building permits	получать разрешение на строительство
structural engineer	инженер-проектировщик строительных конструкций

7. Read the text and make marginal marks (пометки на полях):

√ - I knew it;

+ - New information;

- The information contradicts my knowledge;

? - The information isn’t enough or understandable.

8. Get ready to answer the following questions:

1. What did you know about architecture before reading the text?

2. What information did you find new reading the text?

3. What information contradicts your knowledge?

4. What information isn’t enough or understandable for you?

The Architect’s job

The architect is a person trained in the planning, design and oversight of the construction of buildings. To practice architecture means to offer or render services in connection with the design and construction of a building. In addition to this, the architect is involved in organizing the space within the site that is surrounding the building.

The word “Architect” derived from Latin word “architectus” means ‘chief builder’. The architect is fully responsible for the process of design and construction of houses, office buildings, skyscrapers, landscapes and even entire cities. This specialist has to consider each and every aspect of any constructional project including aesthetic, structural and safety factors.

The architect must possess a creative imagination, drawing skills, computer literacy, oral & written communication skills, as well as self-discipline. Professionally, an architect's decisions affect public safety, and thus an architect must undergo specialized training consisting of advanced education and internship for practical experience.

The architect must have the ability to be a team leader. There are many important decisions to be made that will affect the final design and if the wrong decisions are made it could end in disaster.

Nature of the Work

People need places in which to live, work, meet, play, etc. Architects are responsible for designing these places. Architects create the overall look of buildings and other structures, but the design of a building involves far more than its appearance. Buildings must also be functional, safe, and economical and must suit the needs of the people who use them. Architects consider all these factors when they design buildings and other structures.

Architects may be involved in all phases of a construction project, from the initial discussion with the client to the final delivery of the completed structure. Their duties require specific skills — designing, engineering, managing, supervising, and communicating with clients and builders.

After discussing and agreeing on the initial proposal, architects develop final construction plans that show the building's appearance and details for its construction. The following drawings accompany these plans: drawings of the structural system; air-conditioning, heating, and ventilating systems; electrical systems; communications systems; plumbing; and, possibly, site and landscape plans. The plans also specify the building materials and, in some cases, the interior furnishings. In developing designs, architects follow building codes, zoning laws, fire regulations, and other ordinances. The computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) and building information modeling (BIM) technology have replaced traditional paper and a pencil as the most common method for creating design and construction drawings.

They design a wide variety of buildings, such as office and apartment buildings, schools, churches, factories, hospitals, houses, and airport terminals. They also design complexes such as urban centers, college campuses, industrial parks, and entire communities.

Documentation role

Architects prepare the technical or "working" documents (construction drawings and specifications). They are filed for obtaining development and building permits. This process is usually coordinated with and supplemented by the work of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, civil, structural engineers. These construction drawings and specifications are also used for pricing the work, and for construction.

 

Reading & Writing

9. Read the text once again and fill in the “Marginal chart”:

√	+	-	?
I knew that …	I didn’t know that  …	The information about … contradicts my knowledge because …	The information about … isn’t enough or understandable for me, because …

Vocabulary Focus

10. Match the words from two columns to create a phrase and make sentences to use them in your own text entitled “The architect’s professional skills”. Share your ideas with the partner:

 

to possess	communication skills
to have	using computer-aided design and drafting software
to explain	computers
oral & written	a creative imagination
to draft and design	drawing skills
to apply	ideas to clients

 

11. Match the words from two columns to create a phrase and make sentences to use them in your own text entitled “My concept of the architect’s job”. Share your ideas with the partner. (See appendix 1):

  a)

in connection	on the initial proposal
to offer	in disaster
to consider	the overall look of the building
to affect	the needs of the people
to end	professional services
to create	specific skills
to suit	with the design and construction of a building
to develop	each and every aspect of a constructional project
to require	public safety
to agree	a final construction plan

b)

initial	a building design
to show	fire regulations
to specify	development and building permits
to develop	technical documents
to follow	the building's appearance
to prepare	discussion with the client
to obtain	the building materials

Reflection (Рефлексия)

Writing, Listening & Speaking

12. Create a quote about architect’s job, ground it and present to the class. Get ready to discuss it persisting in your opinion. (See appendix 6.)

13. Role-play the following situation: On the Open Day a leading lecturer of the architecture chair tells the entrants about architecture profession. His task is to convince them to choose this job. The entrants interestedly talk with the lecturer and ask her numerous questions.

Take into account the following points:

1. Project yourself (перевоплотиться) either into a character of a leading lecturer or an entrant;

2. Your speech should correspond with your character.

Speaking & Listening

14. Group work. Reflect on your own professional speech. (See appendix 3.)

15. Group work. Reflect on the professional speech of other students- lecturers. Get ready to discuss different points of view persisting in your own opinion. (See appendix 3)

 Writing

16.Write a reflection on the quote“To be an architect is to possess an individual voice speaking a generally understood language of form.” (See appendix 3)

Part II

                                JOB SEARCH IN ARCHITECTURE

Reading & Writing

1. What information do you think we should include in a letter of application for a job? Think about: age, qualifications, etc.

2. A. Which beginnings/endings would be appropriate?

a) Dear Sir/Madam,

Yours faithfully,

b) Dear Jack,

Best wishes,

c) Dear Mr. Smith,

Yours sincerely,

 B. What is the difference between A and C?

3. Read the rubric, then read the letter and match the paragraphs to the headings.

a) Closing remarks; Age/present job/qualifications; b) Personal qualities; c) Opening remarks/reason(s) for writing; D. Experience.

1. Dear Mrs. Jackson,

With reference to your advertisement in Thursday’s edition of the Daily Star, I am interested in applying for the position of primary school teacher.

2. I am 28 years old and currently teaching in Margate. I have a BSc degree awarded by Glasgow University in 1997. I completed my certificate in Education at Preston Teacher Training College in 1998.

3. I have been working for Margate Education Department since 1999. During this time, I have enjoyed teaching a variety of subjects, including English, General Science and Games.

I consider myself to be punctual, hard-working and fair. I enjoy working with children and have good organizational skills.

4. I enclose a reference from my present employer. I would be grateful if you would consider my application. I am available for interview any weekday morning. I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,

Steven Davies

 

4. Read the letter again and think of formal expressions to match the informal ones in the table, as in the example.

Informal style	Formal style
About your advert …	With reference to your advertisement …
I want to apply for …
I got my teaching certificate …
I’ve had a job …
I think I’m always on time …
I like working with kids …
There’s a note from my boss …
I’d like it if you hired me …
I’m free to talk to you …
Drop me a line sometimes …

5. Read the rubric. Fill in the CV with your personal information. You saw this advertisement in The Weekly News and you want to apply for the position.

Narofsky Architecture & Design, a boutique architecture & interior design firm, located in Manhattan¹s Grammercy Park area, is seeking architects and intern architects to join our firm. We specialize in high-end modern and sustainable residential design, from city apartments to one family home to multi-family buildings. Our office environment is hard-working, collaborative, and friendly, and would like to grow with someone who seeks the same daily interaction. Candidates should have 2+ years of professional experience in all phases of the design and construction process, with design capability, coordination experience, communication skills, and strong technical abilities. Interns who are interested in learning various aspects of design and the process of project delivery should apply. The position will also require work on lectures with power point skills. Proficiency is required in AutoCAD 2009+, Sketch up Pro, Adobe CS programs, hand sketching, digital modelling and physical model-making. Salary to commensurate with experience. Check out www.narofsky.com to learn more about us. Please e-mail your cover letter, CV and portfolio/work samples (PDF format) to: [e-mail]

You saw this advertisement in The Weekly News and you want to apply for the position.

 

Curriculum Vitae

 

 

Curriculum Vitae

 

Personal Details

 

Curriculum Vitae

 

Personal Details

 

Name/Surname:

 

Address:                               Tel.:

 

Date of birth:                        Nationality:

 

Education

Qualifications:

 

Languages:

 

Work Experience (most recent first)

 

Personal Qualities

 

6. Answer the questions in the plan. Use your answers and your CV to write the letter of application in Ex. 6.

Plan

· Who will you address your letter to?

 Introduction ( Paragraph 1) reason for writing?  For what position? Where was it advertised?

· Main body ( Paragraph 2 – 3) age? qualifications? current job? previous experience? personal qualities?

· Conclusion (Paragraph 4) closing remarks?

· How will you sign off?

 

Unit 3