Title:	COMPUTER TOOLS FOR MATHEMATICS LEARNING IN ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN EDUCATION
Author(s):	Susana Toscano
ISBN:	978-972-8924-84-3
Editors:	Yingcai Xiao, Tomaz Amon and Piet Kommers
Year:	2009
Edition:	Single
Keywords:	Execution – Information technology – Design – Communication – Mathematics – Teaching methodology - Investigation.
Type:	Short Paper
First Page:	324
Last Page:	328
Language:	English
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Paper Abstract:	In the early 20th century the use of Cartesian and Euclidean geometry grew in all manifestations of design; but this situation starts to change in the 1980’s with the implementation of new software that allowed computer assisted design and the creation of new technologies. The introduction of these computer tools motivated the evolution of geometry and permitted Contemporary Architecture to expand the use of non-Euclidean geometries and the search for a chaotic order, including ideas of fragmentation and non-linear orders, all conditions that responded to the new paradigm. These scientific and technological advances forced us to rethink the way in which knowledge was transmitted in order to prepare apt professionals for this new environment. Following this idea, the center for Mathematics & Design (MyD_Lab) of the School of Architecture, Design and Urbanism (FADU) of the University of Buenos Aires(UBA) has implemented since 2005 a Didactic Model for the Teaching of Mathematics in Design Careers. This model is based in the use of a number of computer software that provides an array of different experiences in the connection between Geometry-Design-Construction. It is the objective of this paper to show the ways in which these diverse software interrelate with each other and help provide the students with a global understanding of the issues at work through their direct manipulation. The programs used are Cabri- Géomètre II Plus, Cabri 3D, Autocad, Revit and Rhinoceros.
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