Courses
All courses carry 3 credits unless otherwise specified.
500 Graduate Design Studio I
Introduction to architectural design. Studio projects consist of basic architectural problems to which student must respond with designed solution. The exploration of how a project is generated through careful attention to program and site. Prerequisites: Admission to MArch program. Credit, 6
501 Graduate Design Studio II
Introduction to architectural design studio projects consist of basic architectural problems to which students must respond with designed solution. Studio projects emphasize the evolution of a project through careful attention to program and site. Emphasis on acquiring the skills necessary to communicate design intention. Credit, 6
520 Building Physics I
Studio and lecture. Energy conservation in contemporary residential construction. Emphasis on: energy efficient building materials, products and construction technology; alternative energy sources; passive solar design; environmental concerns, regulatory issues and building codes. Limited to MArch, MDesign majors.
530 Design Engagement
Seminar. This course provides several frameworks to explore critical architectural/spatial dialogues between a broad range of political, cultural and social contexts.
540 Analysis and Representation I (4 credits)
Class with 1-credit lab. Visual communication skills necessary and related to architectural design presentation. Various media are explored, including model making and digital media. Limited to B.F.A. Design, MArch, MDesign majors.
541 Analysis and Representation II (4 credits)
Class with 1-credit lab. Visual communication skills necessary and related to architectural design presentation. Master's level.
550 Tectonics I
Analysis and review of the entire light-frame construction process, from regulation and design through site preparation, project management, and ultimate delivery of a completed structure. Limited to MArch and MS Design majors.
597D ST-History & Theory of Preservation
Examines the history and theory of historic preservation, focusing on the United States, but with reference to traditions and practices in other countries. The class is designed to examine the largely untold history of the historic preservation movement in this country, and explore what laws, public policies and cultural attitudes shape how we preserve or do not preserve the built environment.
597DC ST-Design & Communication Studio I
Partnering with the Yestermorrow Design Build Program, this course satisfies the studio credit for the semester away experience.
597CS ST-Design & Communication Studio II
Partnering with the Yestermorrow Design Build Program, this course satisfies the studio credit for the semester away experience.
597SB ST-Sustainable Building Systems
Partnering with the Yestermorrow Design Build Program, this course satisfies the studio credit for the semester away experience.
597SD ST-Sustainable Design
Partnering with the Yestermorrow Design Build Program, this course satisfies the studio credit for the semester away experience.
600 Graduate Design Studio III
Projects developed and presented by student with individual attention from instructor. Each project reviewed by open jury system with visiting critics. Readings from texts and journals. Design projects, sketch problems. Credit, 6
601 Graduate Design Studio IV
The studio focuses on advanced topics in architectural design, which increase in complexity from topics in 402 and may run the course of the semester. Several complex planning and design projects. Emphasis on refined planning and presentation techniques. Credit, 6
602 Graduate Design Studio V
Comprehensive projects focus on complex design issues dealing with building systems. Credit, 6
630 Philosophy of Arch & Design
Lectures, discussions and practicum sessions. This course is an intensive reading and writing course on the central theories and philosophies shaping architectural discourse in the 20th and 21st centuries, with an emphasis on the past forty years.
650 Tectonics II
Introduction to the mechanical behavior of building materials. Basic structural concepts, including statics and strength of materials, are addressed in a practical hands-on manner.
652 Building Physics III
With studio. Introductory course in the science of energy and moisture transfer and acoustical performance of buildings. Lectures followed by drawing assignments. Limited to MArch and MS Design majors.
653 Tectonics III
Explores interrelation between building functions, loads, structural system, materials and construction methods of predominantly large-scale buildings and other structures made of steel, concrete, engineered wood and masonry.
660 Professional Practice
Introduction to issues affecting the operation of a professional design/architecture office: managing a project, contracts, marketing, scheduling, personnel, leadership, interpersonal communication, human behavior, finance, budgeting, and ethical and legal considerations.
670 Research Forum
Design criticism, current design literature, human/environment problems, design education, sociology of design, energy conservation through design, etc. Students prepare a program for Masters Project.
696A IS-Architecture & Design
Independent study working with a professor in the department.
696D Independent Study - Design
Independent study working with a professor in the department.
697R Special Topics - Preservation Capstone
This course, for M.S. preservation students, will prepare a historic structures report and develop alternative uses for a historic building.
698 Practicum
Practicum credit for special projects.
698P Practicum - Historic Preservation
This course, for M.S. preservation students, allows for practicum experience.
699 Masters Thesis (1-18 credits)
Thesis research and production.
700 Integration Studio
Professional design procedures consisting of complete design solutions from inception to completion of project. Course develops an understanding of the production of construction documents as a part of the whole design process. Prerequisites: ARCH-DES 602
796 Independent Study
Independent study credit.
Other courses are listed under the collaborating departments of Art, Art History, Building and Construction Technology, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning, and Mechanical Engineering.