Architecture

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Classes

ARCH 100 : Arch. Freshman Seminar

Introduction to and awareness of a range of areas of interest, expertise, and career paths within the architecture profession.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

None

ARCH 160 : Foundations in Design 1

Introduction to and application of architectural representationThrough freehand drawing, orthographic projections, descriptive geometry, paraline drawings, shade and shadows, model making and the basic design process.

Credits

5

Prerequisites

None

ARCH 161 : Foundations in Design II

Continuation of technical and freehand drawing and development of presentation composition, basic rendering and design techniques and introduction to the digital media in architecture.

Credits

5

Prerequisites

ARCH 160

ARCH 200 : Architecture Design II

Applied development of basic architecture design with focus on site context, culture, identity, critical and creative thinking of environmental factors.

Credits

6

Prerequisites

ARCH 260

ARCH 210 : Survey of Architectural Hist. I

Survey and understanding of the principles of architectural history, the why and how of the study of history is presented in the context of early civilizations and their architecture from the late antiquity persuades of Africa, Europe, Central Asia, Asia and pre-Columbian America.

Credits

3

ARCH 211 : Surv.of Architectural Hist II

Contining historic survey of ahd Exploration examines of the elements of architecture as they relate to socio-cultural systems conferring significance and noteworthiness to respective historical styles, from the post-renaissance period to the contemporary period.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 210 or permission of instructor

ARCH 233 : Black Architects

Research on the history of Black architects and architecture in the Black communities in the United States. introduction and overview of the history and practice of Black architects from the antebellum years through reconstruction, modern and present contemporary periods.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 210, 211 or permission of instructor

ARCH 240 : Building Materials & Methods

Introduction to the technologies of light construction including wood framing, masonry, and concrete. Properties of these materials are analyzed and the problem associated with their assemblies are studied and graphically illustrated.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 161

ARCH 261 : Architecture Design I

Development of architectural design principles and methods. Project based exploration of space definition, landscape intensification and transformation, space organization and elementary construction technologies.

Credits

6

Prerequisites

ARCH 161

ARCH 263 : Urban Sketching

On site hand drawing and sketching understanding at proportion, shape, shade and shadows and composition

Credits

3

ARCH 266 : Architecture Pre-Design

Understanding of the sequential structuring for analysis, feasibility and evaluation of an architecture project before the design phase. Considerable emphasis on development and use of appropriate communication skills with case studies.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 240 ARCH 261

ARCH 270 : Digital Tools in Architect. I

Introduction to computer applications in architecture. Provides computer literacy for graphic computer applications and systems management.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 161

ARCH 284 : Design Build

Applied building and construction skills to architecture design of small scale structures

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 261

ARCH 306 : History of Cities

Examination and history of human settlements from ancient settlements to contemporary cities around the world.

Credits

3

ARCH 308 : Hist Preserv: Documentation

The course introduces students to the practice, design and aesthetics, of historic preservation and the process and methods of documentation used to record historic building structures. This course familiarizes students with the methods and means of research, analysis and documentation for the restoration and/or renovation of a historic structure.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 305

ARCH 311 : South Asia Art & Architecture

Introduction to the art and architecture of the South Asia sub-continent of India, Pakistan and Bangladesh. The course spans the period of its early beginnings to present-day Modern Asia in a holistic cultural passage that is a window to the sociological, economic and religious- Hindu, Muslim, Buddhist- issues, explorations of the climatic and the environmental influences on its art and architecture.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 301; ARCH 302; ARCH 303

ARCH 340 : Architect. Struct. I (Statics)

Study of force composition, effect, resolution, equilibrium and the strength, mechanical and elastic properties of materials.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

PHYS 008, MATH 007, ARCH 200

ARCH 342 : Environmental Sys. in Arch. I

Exploration of energy issues and conservation, climate, and heat loss and gain as factors and in mechanical systems in buildings and environmental design.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

PHYS 008, MATH 007, ARCH 200

ARCH 343 : Environmental Sys. in Arch II

Examination of principles and technologies of life safety systems, vertical transportation systems, electrical supply and distribution systems, lighting, and acoustics and their integration with architectural design. 

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 342

ARCH 354 : Urban Design Principles

Exposure to the concepts, methodologies, techniques and attitudes of urban design in the contexts of both the micro and macro scales of the built environment and understanding of the place of architectural interventions in systems of urban design.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 200

ARCH 364 : Architecture Design III

Examination and exploration of the impact of culture, identity, function, structure, construction, site conditions and climate on architectural form. Understanding architecture design in a context of housing in the urban environment.

Credits

6

Prerequisites

ARCH 200

ARCH 365 : Architecture Design IV

Explorations of the impact of programming function, structures, site conditions, culture, identity and the environment on architectural form on neighborhood and community design in local and global contexts.

Credits

6

Prerequisites

ARCH 364

ARCH 402 : Materials & Methods II

Examination of analogy and specific issues related to assemblies in building construction and design. Steel and concrete constructions.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 240 ARCH 200

ARCH 421 : Housing Design & Equity

Exploration of housing issues related to affordablity, identity, culture and environmental justice and equity.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 261

ARCH 430 : Health and Design

Introduction of the framework to assess different urban and built environments by investigating the connections between health, design and the built environment. This course focuses on the student's ability to investigate and critique the important relationship between the physical environment and health outcomes as mediated by lived experience.

Credits

3

ARCH 435 : UG Directed. Studies

Students work closely with an instructor or the department chair on a designated project within the Department of Architecture, faculty research or other initiative. Required guided independent study at the advanced level.

Credits

3

ARCH 440 : Ecology and Architecture

Exploration of the influence of Ecology and Architecture including Ecology, Biophilic design,¯Biomimicry, macro-level¯urban ecology and microlevel building and its interaction with nature and people.

Credits

3

ARCH 466 : Architecture Design V

Exploration and design of issues of urban design and development and the relationship to architecture design.

Credits

6

Prerequisites

ARCH 365

ARCH 478 : Pub. Issues Arch & Eviron. Jus

Introduction to key issues and factors linking architecture to the public through an examination of historical developments, public policy. public engagement, governmental input and contemporary development initiatives. An emphasis is placed on issues related to culture, climate and environmental justice.

Credits

3

ARCH 506 : NOMAS Design Competition 1

Development of design ideas for entry into the annual NOMAS Barbara Laurie design competition.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

Third or fourth year standing; ARCH 203 or ARCH 204; ARCH 511 or ARCH 518

ARCH 507 : NOMAS Design Competition

Continuation of the annual NOMAS Design Competition. Further design development the design and Presentation boards and models as well as all other competition requirements will be completed.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

Third or fourth year standing; ARCH 203 or ARCH 204; ARCH 511 or ARCH 518

ARCH 515 : Imagineer:Design for Entertain

Entertainment design involving the development of both architectural, engineering and storytelling skills to conceptualize, organize, write, and illustrate specifications to construct and create material, for digital and virtual experiences.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 513

ARCH 519 : Landscape & Site Design

Understanding of the methods and examples of landscape architecture, design with emphsis on site placement and design.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 261 or permission of instructor

ARCH 540 : Bldg. Decarbon.:Theory & Prac

Understanding of sustainable building practices with emphsis on building decarbonization, climate change resilence and equitable design.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 343

ARCH 541 : Decarb. of Buildings II

Applied design skill in sustainable building practices with focus on building decarbonization, climate change resilence and equitable design.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 343

ARCH 550 : Infrastructure Design & Dev

Introduction to the rigors of infrastructure design and development and the merits of interfacing of both gray and green infrastructure design systems and the associated appropriate thinking and vocabulary.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 240

ARCH 650 : Urban Housing Seminar

Examination of the development of publicly financed, affordable housing and urban neighborhood development, with a particular emphasis on environmental sustainability.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 261

ARCH 652 : Urban Design Case Studies

Exploration of the square, the street and the buildings that make up the public face of towns and cities. The subject matter of the course details the meaning and role these elements play in urban design and the ways in which they are arranged and designed.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 261

ARCH 656 : Intro to Community Planning

Understanding of and appreciation for the planning, policies, and programs which shape our communities. Using the case study method, students will be introduced to basic planning skills, research, analysis, critical thinking, strategies for conflicts resolution, program planning, design and development.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 261 or permission of instructor

ARCH 662 : Tropical Arch & Urbanism

Studies severe environmental constraints that tropical zones place on architectural design and planning development. Emphasis on indigenous design and planning practices and solutions in addition to technologically advanced contemporary approaches and achievements.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 261

ARCH 664 : Design for Low Cost Housing

Case studies and comprehensive group projects to identify design principles, planning, problems, applied to affordable housing design.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 261

ARCH 669 : Islamic Arch & Urbanism

Critical survey of the history and theory of urban development, organization, and architecture of Muslim architecture and cities with specified periods of history as well as within given parts of the world.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 302

ARCH 752 : Business of Architecture

Understanding of the real estate development industry, real estate finance and the architect's role in design and development.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 203

ARCH 803 : Independent Study

Independent study in the area of the student's professional interest.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

Students must complete an Independent study form for approval by supervising professor and Chair.

ARCH 812 : Arch Study Abroad Seminar

Preparation for study abroad with exploration of location, culture and architecture of proposed study site.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

permission of instructor

ARCH 824 : Waterfronts: Des & Sustain

Introduction of a range of practical issues involved in the design and management of modern waterfront development, including financing and fiscal arrangements, monitoring of instrumental behavior and use in development of mixed-use urban waterfront communities.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

ARCH 651

ARCH 861 : Thesis II

Compreshinsive completion of the architecture thesis based upon previous conceptual and schematic development.

Credits

6

Prerequisites

ARCH 868