The General Outlook of the Roman Treasure: Roman Coliseum Miniature

Abstract

The Roman Coliseum is an amphitheater built by ancient Romans. It is was used such as gladiator combat venationes (animal slaying) and executions. It is found in the center of Rome, Italy. Although partially ruined because of damage caused by earthquakes and stone-robbers, it is still an iconic symbol of Imperial Rome and is listed as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. This study was conducted by the proponents as aspirant future engineers and architects inspired to construct the miniature. The research method of design utilized is quantitative analysis. The participants of the study sampled 15 Grade 12 STEM Students and 15 STEM of the Bestlink College of the Philippines to test the significant difference in the level of acceptability of the miniature in terms of construction materials, procedural methodology, floor plan, and presentation. The summary of the assessment of the two groups of respondents obtained a composite mean of 3.79 as highly acceptable for STEM Teachers and 3.94 as highly acceptable for STEM Students in terms of construction materials, procedural methodology, floor plan, and presentation. Therefore, there is no significant difference in the assessment between the two groups of respondents in assessing the miniature from the aforecited variables. The results can be forwarded to improve the project such as the need for accuracy of scale and the measurement to improve the miniature; to consult Engineers with the skills in doing miniatures, and to find more suitable materials or the details needed to maximize its space.