ARCH 120

Introduction to Architecture (3 CR)

This course is an introduction to the profession of architecture through a study of its history, vocabulary, theories and practices. The facets that make up the total architectural curriculum as well as the various professional roles that architects can be expected to perform will be covered. Architectural study is seen as both an art and a science. The interdisciplinary character of architectural practice is emphasized. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.
Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $50 to $100.

ARCH 123

Architectural Principles (3 CR)

Prerequisite: ARCH 120

This course will elaborate on the concepts first presented in introduction to architecture. General focus will be on the modern profession and architects dealing with past, present and emerging ideas as they relate to physical and social context including landscaping, buildings and cities. Unifying themes will be presented of formal architectural principles in relation to modernism and the impact on design, the site, landscaping, and site planning issues. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.
Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $10 to $30.

ARCH 127

Introduction to Architectural Graphics (4 CR)

This course is designed to build a conceptual and manual foundation for professional architectural education. Students will learn to apply a variety of media and drawing systems such as freehand drawing, architectural lettering and equipment usage. Students will also learn applied geometry including line, tone, texture and utilizing sun, shade and shadows. Multi-view, paraline, axonometric and oblique drawings will be taught and students will build models related to architectural forms. Emphasis will be on learning to think in spatial terms while introducing professional, conceptual and visual vocabulary. Graphic presentation skills will be developed using standard graphic conventions, basic computer skills, and basic material investigations. 8 hrs. integrated lecture, studio/wk.
Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $125 to $200.

ARCH 131

Architectural Graphics (3 CR)

Prerequisite: ARCH 127 or ARCH 130

This course builds upon the conceptual and manual skills acquired in Introduction to Architectural Graphics. Students will expand their ability by learning to apply a variety of media and advanced drawing systems, such as design drawing techniques, model building, graphic diagramming, grid perspective drawing, projection perspective drawing, and shade and shadow studies. Emphasis will continue to be on learning to think in spatial terms as well as developing a new repertoire of graphic presentation skills. 6 hrs. integrated lecture, studio/wk.
Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $100 to $300.

ARCH 140

Architectural Design (3 CR)

Prerequisite: ARCH 127 or ARCH 130

This course introduces the student to the process and vocabulary of design. The purpose of the content is to develop the ability to solve two- and three-dimensional design problems with basic methods, vocabulary and media appropriate to the architectural profession. 6 hrs. integrated lecture, studio/wk.
Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $100 to $300.

ARCH 240

Architectural History: Ancient to Middle Ages (3 CR)

This course will trace the development of the built environment from Antiquity to the Middle Ages and explore pre-Columbian and Islamic architecture. Emphasis will be placed on how materials, technological advances and natural environment influence architecture. The shaping of architecture through cultural forces will be stressed. Fundamental design principles and analyses of the built form will also be covered. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.
Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $25 to $100.

ARCH 241

Architectural History: Renaissance to Enlightenment (3 CR)

This course will investigate the architecture of the Renaissance, Baroque and Enlightenment periods. A brief exploration into non-Western architecture will also be presented. The focus of this course will be on the principles of design, cultural forces and concept of the built environment within its historical context. The work of prominent architects from each period will be highlighted and analyzed. 3 hrs. lecture/wk.
Associated Costs: In addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks, this course has additional expense considerations that are estimated to be $25 to $50.