Course Descriptions
ARCH 203 Architectural Construction Detailing
Introduction to the process and design development phase of producing construction details for an architectural project. Emphasis is placed on selection and assembly of materials that are consistent with the project's design concept. Product research, performance, and cost/benefit analysis are included. Work is primarily CAD based.
ARCH 204 Architectural Construction Documents 2
The development of presentation drawings and architectural working drawings for a commercial or industrial building type. Includes preliminary structural and mechanical requirements along with major drawings required to complete a professional set of working drawings. Work is primarily CAD based.
ARCH 241 Design Fundamentals
A foundation course in the architectural design process and in the basic design principles used to plan and design buildings. Emphasis is placed on observation, analysis and application in the creation of two-dimensional and three-dimensional design.
ARCH 244 Historical Development of Western Architecture
Survey of historical development of western architecture spanning the ancient, classical, medieval, renaissance, and modern period. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of form and structure to the social, environmental, and technological factors of the culture from whch the architecture came.
ARCH 216 Professional Practice
Survey of legal relationships between owner, architect, and contractor, and a study of written contractual documents developed for an achitectural project. Office procedures, AIA standard documents, and currently accepted formats are discussed. Student develops the technical section content of a specification based upon a previously completed project. Job seeking skills and portfolio preparations are included.
ARCH 223 Statics and Structures
Provides an awareness of the primary structural systems including wood, concrete, and steel, and the appropriate use of each material. Basic static and strength of material principles are introduced and students are familiarized with references such as AISC Steel handbook and the ACI Code.