Current Courses

Introduction to manual and digital drawing as well as modeling techniques for architectural and interior design. Students will learn how to represent composition, form and space by orthographic drawing, paraline and perspective views, and freehand sketching. Three-dimensional model building techniques will also be introduced.

This course provides students the tools and vocabulary to analyze, interpret and discuss the built environment from the social, historical, perceptual and technical determinants. Students are introduced to elements, principles, and theories of architecture through their social, historical, and technical determinants. The course seeks to lay a foundation in architectural studies, including introducing students to fundamental vocabulary and concepts.

Introduces fundamental principles and processes of two-, three-, and four-dimensional design. Design aesthetics, perception, technique, composition, evaluation of materials and methods, practicing design methodologies, exploring design principles and theories, and graphic authorship are explored through various types of assignments.

Development of the major issues, concepts and methods emerging from the relationship of social systems and the natural environment.

Students will advance on technical skills and workflows obtained in Architectural Visualization I to observe, document, transform and create multi-scalar ideas into irresistible visual expressions. This course will cover architectural drawing conventions of plan, section, elevation, axonometric projection, perspective construction, diagramming, mapping and imaging to effectively communicate design ideas through visual means.

A survey of modern architectural and urban traditions from 1700 to the present.

Lecture course introduces the theory and practice of Design Thinking. Students will explore frameworks and strategies for solving problems and develop an understanding of the disciplines that are influenced by them.

This Architectural Design Studio introduces principles of urban design and planning through an exploration of a series of multi-scaled architectural projects that examine public goals and constraints, urban infrastructure and fabric, sustainability, historical and socio-cultural issues.

Studio investigates the development of multi-family housing on an urban site. Students analyze contemporary housing precedents and programming, and address urban contexts, housing types and universal design. Prerequisite: 301 with minimum grade of "C+". Restriction: admitted to B.A.A. Architecture.

A combined lecture and lab course that introduces historical and contemporary concepts of architectural context, and develops verbal and graphic skills for analyzing architecture as a practice of place-making. Restriction: admitted to B.A.A. Architecture.

This course is a survey of architectural thought in the 20th and 21st centuries. Students will be required to read, discuss, and write about architectural ideas, and connect them to contemporary architecture.

Lectures present structural form and behavior, deflected shapes, approximate and simplified methods of analysis, graphic analysis, trusses cables and arches, simple beams, columns, continuous structures, three-dimensional structures, structural design issues. Prerequisite: 332. Restriction: admitted to B.A.A. Architecture or B.S.C.M. Construction Management.

Studio explores contemporary architectural topics. Topics will vary. At least one section will engage community clients and may be offered in conjunction with Landscape Architecture and Community and Regional Planning students. Prerequisite: 2125. Restriction: admitted to B.A.A. Architecture.

Explores the application of theoretical foundations of sustainability to building and landscape design including concepts of passive solar design, daylighting, water conservation, and green building materials and construction methods. Introduces environmental rating systems such as LEED. Prerequisite: 233.

Students wishing to undertake a special study project must have instructor approval. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Course emphasizes investigation, evaluation, and discussion of areas of specialized knowledge or inquiry relevant to the profession or field of study. Individually listed topics vary each semester. Restriction: permission of instructor.

A course exploring a topic not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester. Topics course. Credits will vary according to content offered.

Projects emphasize the design of civic buildings, addressing theories and precedents in urban or rural sites, and developing knowledge and deployment of building tectonics and construction materiality. Prerequisite: 501. Restriction: admitted to M.Arch. Architecture.

Students will advance on technical skills and workflows obtained in Architectural Visualization I to observe, document, transform and create multi-scalar ideas into irresistible visual expressions. This course will cover architectural drawing conventions of plan, section, elevation, axonometric projection, perspective construction, diagramming, and processes that transition graphic visualization into fabrication to communicate design ideas through visual means.

(Also offered as ARTH 324) Survey of the architectural and urban traditions of the modern world from the Enlightenment to the present.

Lectures present structural form and behavior, deflected shapes, approximate and simplified methods of analysis, graphic analysis, trusses cables and arches, simple beams, columns, continuous structures, three-dimensional structures, structural design issues. Prerequisite: 532.

A course exploring a topic not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester. Topics course. Credits will vary according to content offered.

Foundational independent study where thesis or final project dimensions are explored, program or project principles established and search for available and manageable information completed. Feasibility of proceeding with the project is decided with faculty advisor(s). Offered on a CR/NC basis only. Restriction: permission of Director.

Development of an advanced architectural project based on research and program developed in ARCH 596. Once initiated, continuous enrollment is required (excluding summer) until project is approved by faculty committee. Offered on a CR/NC basis only. Prerequisite: 572 and 596. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Development of a research project reflective of advanced inquiry into an architectural topic. Plan I only. Offered on a CR/NC basis only. Prerequisite: 596 and (602 or 603). Restriction: permission of Director.

Studio explores contemporary architectural topics. Topics will vary. At least one section will typically engage community stakeholders and may be offered in conjunction with Landscape Architecture and/or Community and Regional Planning students. Prerequisite: 601. Restriction: admitted to M.Arch. Architecture.

Studio developing an integrated design project. Projects must be clearly resolved and highly articulated. Students should integrate building systems content from prior course work. Projects should demonstrate excellence in critical thinking, craft and visual presentation. Prerequisite: 603. Restriction: admitted to M.Arch. Architecture.

Explores the application of theoretical foundations of sustainability to building and landscape design including concepts of passive solar design, daylighting, water conservation, and green building materials and construction methods. Introduces environmental rating systems such as LEED. Restriction: admitted to M.Arch. Architecture.

Lecture course presents a comprehensive and integrative process to examine the interrelationship of the properties of materials, building envelope, environmental systems, and construction technology, as they influence design decision making. Prerequisite: 634. Restriction: admitted to M.Arch. Architecture.

Seminar explores components necessary to prepare a comprehensive architectural program that includes assessing client/user needs and site conditions, determining space requirements, identifying relevant codes, standards, sustainability requirements, and estimating pre-design project costs. Restriction: admitted to M.Arch. Architecture.

Students wishing to undertake a special study project must have instructor approval. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Course emphasizes investigation, evaluation, and discussion of areas of specialized knowledge or inquiry relevant to the profession or field of study. Individually listed topics vary each semester. Restriction: permission of instructor.