This document outlines the course Architecture and Urban Design: The Barcelona Example. The course will study the evolution of architecture and urban planning in Barcelona from its origins to present day. Students will learn about influential architects and historical contexts that shaped the city. Assessment will include exams, class participation, field studies, and a final project analyzing an architectural topic in Barcelona. Students must choose a topic, write a 10-20 page research paper, and give a presentation to the class. The paper will be evaluated based on critical thought, synthesis, interrelation of ideas, and clear writing and citation of sources.