Course Descriptions

Architecture (ARCH)

*Denotes transfer equivalent from Texas Community/Junior Colleges

1233. Visual Communications. (1-4) Credit 3 semester hours. Multimedia techniques in graphics emphasizing orthographic projections, perspective, shade and shadow, and freehand drawing.

1253. Architecture Design I. (1-4) Credit 3 semester hours. Study of the basic elements of design in both two and three dimensions.

1266. Architecture Design II. (2-8) Credit 6 semester hours. Basic principles of architectural design and communication including organization, spatial sequence, relationships and problem solving using simple interior and exterior problems.

1273. Introduction to Multimedia Computing. (2-2) Credit 3 semester hours. Development of computer literacy with emphasis on document preparation and basic computer graphics.

2006. Intensive Architecture Design I (2-8). Credit 6 hrs. Intensive design studio and lecture covering principles, theories, elements and problem solving in architecture and skills development in the appropriate presentation of architectural problem solutions. Prerequisite: Permission of the Dean.

2016. Intensive Architecture Design II (2-8). Credit 6 hrs. Basic architectural design projects with an emphasis process and site development, function and form in an intensive design studio and lecture. Prerequisite: Arch 2006 or Permission of the Dean.

2223. Computer Aided Design. (2-2) Credit 3 semester hours. Introduction to the range and potential of computer aided design and electronic media in problem solving and conceptual design.

2233. History and Theory of Architecture I. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Survey of the development of architecture from ancient times through the Renaissance. *(ARCH 1301)

2243. History and Theory of Architecture II. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Survey of the development of architecture from the Renaissance period to the present. *(ARCH 1302)

2256. Architecture Design III. (2-8) Credit 6 semester hours. Problem solving and presentation of basic principles, concepts and ideas as applied to simple architectural problems. Prerequisite: ARCH 1266.

2266. Architecture Design IV. (2-8) Credit 6 semester hours. Basic architectural design projects with an emphasis on site development, function, form and the design process. Prerequisite: ARCH 2256.

2273. Materials and Methods I. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Introduction to the properties and uses of natural and manufactured building materials and the effect of the nature of materials upon design.

2693. Theory & Method in Architecture. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. An examination of the theoretical and formal model as they are revealed in the built environment. Studies in the major concepts, themes and practices of architecture with the intent to stimulate thought about our contemporary theoretical position. Selected research with written report.

3013. Construction Estimating. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Classification of work and quantity survey techniques. Basic estimating applied to simple construction projects. Creation of bills of materials and quantity take-offs.

3256. Architecture Design V. (2-8) Credit 6 semester hours. Building design as it relates to structure, circulation, context and support systems. Prerequisite: ARCH 2266.

3266. Architecture Design VI. (2-8) Credit 6 semester hours. Analysis and design of structures of advanced complexity with emphasis on interrelationships of building systems. Prerequisite: ARCH 3256.

3283. Materials and Methods II. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Emphasis on systems of building structures and on the interrelationships among the components of the systems, the assembly processes and project control.

3294. Structural Systems I. (4-0) Credit 4 semester hours. A study of theory of various structural concepts. Emphasis placed on statics and strength of materials. Prerequisite: General Physics (6 semester hours).

3453. Environmental Systems I. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Fundamentals of environmental systems for buildings with emphasis on heating, cooling and distribution systems.

3463. Environmental Systems II. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Fundamentals of lighting, electric circuits and wiring design, sound systems and signaling devices. An introduction to the principles of acoustics.

3563. Site & Urban Design. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. An introduction to urban planning and the analysis of site characteristics, adaptation of building to site, determination of the interrelationship of intended site use with the environment, and the consideration of climate.

3643. Presentation Techniques. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Basic graphic communications emphasizing good drafting skills in; perspective drawings, rendering techniques and model building. Prerequisite: junior standing.

4063. Project Planning and Feasibility. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Principles and practice of residential and commercial land development.

4406. Architectural Internship. (0-0} Credit 6 semester hours. Approved summer internship in an architecture office, the building construction industry or a planning or public service agency. Prerequisite: Permission of the Dean.

4423. Urban Planning. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Study of theories and concepts concerning the structure and function of urban communities; spatial and temporal aspects of urban development; problems and consequences of planned and unplanned changes in urban society.

4433. Structural Systems II. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. A study of theory, behavior and design of structural systems in steel and timber. Prerequisite: ARCH 3294.

4443. CAD Construction Documents and Codes. (2-2) Credit 3 semester hours. The organization, development and preparation of a complete set of working drawings using computer aided design. Prerequisite: ARCH 2223.

4456. Architecture Design VII. (2-8) Credit 6 semester hours. Exploration of urban design and the human and environmental impact of individual designs in the built environment. Prerequisite: ARCH 3266.

4476. Architecture Design VIII. (2-8) Credit 6 semester hours. Advanced problems in architecture and planning. Prerequisite: ARCH 4456.

4483. Structural Systems III. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Structural design and analysis of building systems in steel and reinforced concrete; long spans, lateral forces, connections, code requirements, and economics of structural systems. Prerequisite: ARCH 4433.

4503. Methods of Research. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Study and application of research and programming in architecture.

4506. Architecture Design IX. (2-8) Credit 6 semester hours. Advanced design projects in architecture and urban design. Prerequisite: ARCH 4476.

4513. Senior Project. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. A research paper or design project demonstrating mastery of comprehensive design issues.

4516. Architecture Design X. (2-8) Credit 6 semester hours. Final student design studio with projects to culminate in a synthesis of the content of the professional degree. Prerequisite: ARCH 4506.

4523. Historic Preservation and Adaptive Reuse. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Introduction to the methods and practices of preservation and reuse of architectural heritage.

4593. Professional Practice. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. The ethical, legal and administrative responsibilities of the architect. Relationships between the architect, the client, and the contractor involved in comprehensive architectural services and emerging techniques of practice.

4613. Landscape Architecture. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Principles of site development as related to climate, topography, and intended use.

4653. Alternative Energy Design. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Optimum energy use strategies for buildings, energy audit methods, solar system applications, passive energy application and life-cycle cost analysis. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

4673. Introduction to Interior Design. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. Introduction to the profession and practice of interior design.

4683. Interior Materials. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours A study of interior materials focusing on their properties and applications.

4733. Advanced Computer Aided Design. (2-2) Credit 3 semester hours. Comprehensive architectural design and presentation using 2- and 3 - modeling software. Emphasis on the role electronic media in the visualization of design projects. Prerequisite: ARCH 3533.

4776. Urban Design Studio. (2-8) Credit 6 semester hours. Projects with a focus on urban issues and context.

4973. Special Topics. (3-0) Credit 3 semester hours. The study of various specialized fields of architecture as they relate to contemporary social issues. Topics vary by semester. Course may be repeated for credit when topics vary.

4976. Special Topics. (2-8) Credit 6 semester hours. Design studio with a focus on a particular issue or area of architecture. Topics vary by semester. Course may be repeated for credit when topics vary.

4986. Special Projects. (2-8) Credit 6 semester hours.

4993, 4996. Independent Study. (0-0) Credit 3 or 6 semester hours. Readings, research, and/or field work on selected topics. Prerequisite: consent of advisor.