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  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 1010 and University Advanced Standing. Introduces principles of ornamental composition that apply geometry and symmetry operations. Investigates the cultural context of ornamental designs via visual research and analytical drawing approaches in a series of case studies. Produces designs that demonstrate a discerning awareness of specific cultural influences in style, context, and materials. Provides a final project integrating skills and concepts introduced throughout the course.
  • 3.00 - 6.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing. Investigates the foundations and history of architecture through an immersive study abroad program. Explores iconic historical sites, analyzing building typology, architectural elements and construction materials and methods that contribute to their longevity. Engages students in hands-on experiences and drawing, providing practical skills in documenting and assessing historic structures while fostering an appreciation for architectural heritage. May be graded credit / no credit. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits toward graduation.
  • 6.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 3210 with a grade of C- or higher and University Advanced Standing.. Produces an architectural design as part of an interdisciplinary team. Integrates a complex architectural program and associated needs of a user. Utilizes collaboration between disciplines such as mechanical, civil, and electrical engineering. Follows a project-based approach with a final presentation to a professional jury. Course lab fee of $105 for materials applies. Lab access fee of $45 applies. Course lecture fee of $30 applies.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 3220 and University Advanced Standing. Investigates the principles of environmental systems design and the building envelope's affect on occupant comfort and life safety. Investigates HVAC systems, indoor air quality, lighting, communication, security, fire protection, acoustics, vertical transportation, electrical, and plumbing systems.Lab access fee of $45 for equipment applies.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 3230 with a grade of C- or higher. Matriculation to the B-Arch degree program, and University Advanced Standing. Explores the history of architecture and urbanism from a global perspective beginning with the first settlements since 1700 AD. Analyzes buildings and their surroundings through different methods of interpreting history. Explores architecture's complex interrelationships dealing with aesthetic, cultural, contextual, symbolic, religious, social, economic, political, technological, behavioral, and ecological issues.Lab access fee of $45 for equipment applies.
  • 6.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 4110 with a grade of C- or higher and University Advanced Standing. Immerses students in the design of an architectural work to fulfill a community need. Encourages networking with community leaders and citizens. Employs project components such as client interviews, research methods, and interdisciplinary study. Explores a complex architectural program and associated needs of the community. Course lab fee of $90 for materials applies. Lab access fee of $45 applies. Course lecture fee of $20 applies.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 4120 with a grade of C- or higher and University Advanced Standing. Introduces modern architectural materials, methods of construction, and building enclosures including steel, concrete, curtain walls, high-performance materials, and thermal and moisture barriers. Evaluates the inclusion of sustainable systems to save energy and reduce the carbon footprint in building construction. Course lecture fee of $24 for materials applies. Lab access fee of $45 applies.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 4210 with a grade of C-or higher and University Advanced Standing. Corequisite(s): ARC 4510, ARC 4540. Applies investigative, pre-design, and research skills towards an independent capstone project. Integrates critical thinking while developing an architectural building program, assessing client-user needs, selecting a project site, analyzing environmental and climatic concerns, understanding building code requirements, analyzing the immediate site context and historic fabric, and planning for site specific zoning regulations.Lab access fee of $45 for equipment applies.Software fee of $110 applies.
  • 6.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 4210 with a grade of C- or higher and University Advanced Standing. Applies design skills through an architectural work which integrates critical and abstract thinking. Researches building systems, life safety considerations, building envelope, financial, cultural & environmental balance, and construction documentation skills. Course lab fee of $105 for materials applies. Lab access fee of $45 applies. Software fee of $45 applies. Course lecture fee of $30 applies.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Prerequisite(s): ARC 3210, with a grade of C- or better and University Advanced Standing. Surveys contemporary architectural thought and theory. Focuses on key figures, movements, and texts. Provides an overview of the principal theories that have informed or undermined architecture of the past four decades. Considers the changing role of theory with respect to practice. Provides a set of questions, techniques, and tools for criticism and self-reflection. Course lecture fee of $24 for materials applies. Lab access fee of $45 applies.