COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ARCE 2344. STATICS AND STRENgTH OF MATERIALS (3-0-3) 04.0901
Internal effects of forces acting upon elastic bodies and the resulting changes in form and dimensions. Includes stress, shear, bending moments and simple beam design. Assessment Levels: R2, E1, M3.
ARCE 2352. MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS (3-0-3) 04.0901
The properties of building materials (assemblies), specifications, codes, vendor references and uses of mechanical, plumbing, conveying and electrical systems as related to architecture for residential and commercial construction. Prerequisites: ARCH 1315 and 2312, sophomore standing. Assessment Levels: R2, E1, M2.
ARCH - Architecture
ARCH 1301. ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY I (3-0-3) 04.0801.51.02
Study of the history of architecture from the ancient civilizations through Baroque. Emphasis on the relationship of culture, geography, climate, natural resources and materials of the methods of construction. Assessment Levels: R2, M1, E2.
ARCH 1302. ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY II (3-0-3) 04.0801.51.02
Study of the history of architecture during the 18th, 19th and 20th century. Emphasis on the relationship of culture, geography, climate, natural resources and materials to the methods of construction. Assessment Levels: R2, E2, M1.
ARCH 1311. INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURE (3-0-3) 04.0201.5902
Introduction to the elements of the architectural profession. The study of architecture as an integral component of a complex world. Examination of societal and environmental contexts and appropriate responses. Assessment Levels: R2, E2, M1.
ARCH 1315. ARCHITECTURAL COMPUTER GRAPHICS (2-4-3) 15.1303.5211
Introduction to computer graphics systems with emphasis on architectural design applications. Use of the computer as a design drawing tool to achieve conceptual knowledge and computing skills for design communication. Prerequisites: DFTG 2319. Assessment Levels: R2, E1, M2.
ARCH 1403. ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN I (3-3-4) 04.0201.54 02
Introduction to architectural design concepts. The visual characteristics of two- and three-dimensional forms and spaces. Prerequisites: ARTS 1311, ARCH 2301 and credit or corequisite in ARCH 2312. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.
ARCH 1404. ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN II (3-3-4) 04.0201.54 02
Introduction to architectural design concepts. The visual characteristics of two- and three-dimensional forms and spaces. Topics include form, transformation, composition, and spatial modulation. Prerequisites: ARCH 2312 and ARCH 1403. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.
ARCH 2301. ARCHITECTURAL FREEHAND DRAWING I (2-4-3) 15.1303.5111
Representational drawing using various media. Emphasis on principles of lights, shade, proportion, line and tonal quality. Subjects include the human figure, architectural interiors and exteriors, landscapes and cityscapes. Emphasis on black and white media. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.
ARCH 2312. ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY I (3-0-3) 15.0101.5111
Introduction to the properties, specifications and application of materials related to Architectural structures. Emphasis on the methods of construction and the effect of design. Discussion of basic materials as components of assemblies and systems, including wood framing, steel framing, concrete, site work, finishing materials and procedures and weather and moisture protection. Assessment Levels: R2, E2, M2.
ARCH 2470. ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN III (3-3-4) 04.02010.5402
Introduction to architectural design addressing issues of perception, conceptual design, structural order, materials, application of three dimensional processes of architectural design. Prerequisite: ARCH 1404. Assessment Levels: R3, E3, M3.
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