Examination of the need, development and application of sustainable building materials, methods, and systems used in both residential and commercial construction. Emphasis on those materials that reduce environmental and energy impact. Fall Only.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Theory and application of the development of sustainable sites at scales ranging from a small neighborhood to a community or an urban plan. Emphasis on the integration between a site and the greater community. Course work includes development of site plans that incorporate sustainable concepts. Spring Only.
3 Credits: 2 Lecture, 3 Lab
Prerequisites:
ACH281
Design studio with an emphasis on passive design strategies employed to reduce energy consumption and increase human comfort. Focus on small and medium-sized residential and commercial buildings. Topics include the importance of site and climate conditions, the use of the sun to provide heat and light to indoor environments, the use of natural ventilation, and the impact of passive strategies on building form. Fall Only.
5 Credits: 2 Lecture, 9 Lab
Introduction to passive design strategies employed to reduce the energy consumption of buildings and increase human comfort. Topics include the importance of site and climate conditions, the use of the sun to provide heat and light to indoor environments, and the use of BIM software to depict design solutions. Fall Only.
3 Credits: 2 Lecture, 3 Lab
Buildings are complex relationships of materials and require appropriate detailing for appearance, durability and maintenance. Through drawing, designing, and constructing, students will apply material and performance knowledge to create appropriate detailing to meet code and high-performance sustainable buildings. Fall Only.
3 Credits: 2 Lecture, 3 Lab
Broad overview of project development and the architectural design process. Topics include design phases, site analysis, site design, architectural presentation, and the methodology of designing and detailing small and medium-sized residential and commercial projects As needed.
3 Credits: 1 Lecture, 6 Lab
Design studio with an emphasis on adaptive reuse. Focus on the design and representation of complex, medium-sized commercial projects in varied environmental settings which include existing buildings. Topics include the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) as a design tool to evaluate overall building performance and energy usage. Coursework includes evaluation of existing buildings, design documentation, and development of BIM throughout the building's life cycle with an emphasis on the design phase. Spring Only.
5 Credits: 2 Lecture, 9 Lab
Prerequisites:
BSD332
Introduction to the fundamentals of building performance modeling. Topics include an overview of building thermal design issues, methods of predicting energy consumption, integration of energy modeling tools with the building information model, and the application of building performance analysis during the design phase. Emphasis placed on the use of contemporary computer-based building simulation tools to improve building performance. Spring Only.
3 Credits: 2 Lecture, 3 Lab
Work experience is intended to provide exposure to real-world architectural and sustainability practices. Documentation will include the submission of required college forms, including a completed hours log, a summative essay and poster about the internship experience. Internships must meet requirements set forth in college internship guidelines. Students must obtain written approval from the architecture department head for proposed industry internships prior to the start of the internship. One semester duration with a 15-hour per week or 240-hour minimum. As needed.
3 Credits: 0 Lecture, 15 Internship
Prerequisites:
BSD352
Introduction to the concepts of preservation and adaptive re-use and their importance to sustainable design. Topics include historic materials, construction techniques, building systems, the economics of preservation, forensics, remediation practices, and a review of related legislation, government programs and resources. Fall Only.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Overview of renewable energy using sunlight, wind, tides, geothermal, biomass and biofuels. Topics include the relative efficiencies and installation of various energy systems, and a review of public policies, incentives, and grants. Fall Only.
3 Credits: 2 Lecture, 3 Lab
Design studio with emphasis on an integrated design approach during all stages of planning and design in order to achieve high building performance. Emphasis on the establishment of benchmarks and the use of computer applications to evaluate the interaction of design decisions. Course work includes case studies of existing buildings and urban context as well as teamwork to design and evaluate medium to large commercial building projects, including structural and environmental systems. Fall Only.
5 Credits: 2 Lecture, 9 Lab
Prerequisites:
BSD352
Introduction to the fundamentals of building performance modeling. Topics include an overview of building thermal design issues, methods of predicting energy consumption, integration of energy modeling tools with the building information model, and the application of building performance analysis during the design phase. Emphasis on the use of contemporary computer-based building simulation tools to improve building performance. Spring Only.
3 Credits: 2 Lecture, 3 Lab
Prerequisites:
BSD352
Global introduction of architectural theories over time. Emphasis on the significance of design theories in architectural dialogue. Presentation of a chronological overview of various architectural theories and their impact on design discourse in the built environment, including sustainable frameworks. Coursework includes case studies and canonical readings of various architectural theories across time. Fall Only.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Examination of sustainable building rating systems used in the United States. Emphasis on compliance with U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification program. A sustainable rating system certification exam may be included at the participants’ expense. Spring Only.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Prerequisites:
ACH262
Studio focusing on the knowledge and skills developed in all previous program courses. Emphasis placed on net-zero design, sustainable materials, energy efficiency, renewable energy technologies, sustainable rating systems, and the use of building information modeling to analyze, design, and document comprehensive sustainable building solutions. Includes all phases of development, up to final presentation and juried review. Spring Only.
5 Credits: 2 Lecture, 9 Lab
Prerequisites:
BSD432
Introduction to the professional aspects of running an architectural practice. Includes the responsibilities of the architect and client, ethical standards of behavior, organization, marketing and management of design firms, and the regulations and legal issues which impact the business of architecture. Spring Only.
1 Credit: 1 Lecture
Prerequisites:
BSD352
First of two-part, fifth-year thesis studio sequence with emphasis on thesis research and definition. An in-depth analysis and exploration of architectural research methods and approaches in design. Includes evaluation and analysis of research papers, thesis projects, various research methodologies, and establishment of a robust design proposal with a comprehensive building program for the Architecture Thesis Studio. Fall Only.
6 Credits: 3 Lecture, 9 Lab
Prerequisites:
BSD452
Advanced study of the professional aspects of running an architectural practice. Includes the responsibilities of the architect, client, and builder as well as ethical standards of behavior. Covers organization, marketing and management of design firms, and the regulations and legal issues which impact the business of architecture, including principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Examines types of services, contracts, and
the acquisition and completion of work, as well as the management of employees. Addresses current architectural registration requirements, registration renewal, reciprocity, and lifelong learning. Spring Only.
3 Credits: 3 Lecture
Prerequisites:
ACH262
Second of two-part studio sequence focusing on thesis development and production and application of the knowledge and skills developed in all previous program courses, culminating in the completion of a comprehensive design thesis project. Course focuses on an integrated design process to achieve a holistic, contextual, and high-performance building design solution with emphasis on the integration of design process, theory, research, tectonics, structure, mechanical, and sustainable systems. Coursework includes research, planning, programming, performance modeling, and generation of a comprehensive design project. Spring Only.
6 Credits: 3 Lecture, 9 Lab
Prerequisites:
BSD472
Design studio focusing on the knowledge and skills developed in all previous program courses. Focus on the design of large and tall commercial buildings through all phases of development, including presentation and juried review. Emphasis placed on passive design, sustainable materials, energy efficiency, renewable energy technologies, sustainable rating systems, and the use of building information modeling to analyze, document and present comprehensive building solutions. Spring Only.
5 Credits: 2 Lecture, 9 Lab
Prerequisites:
BSD432
Studio focusing on the knowledge and skills developed in all previous program courses. Emphasis placed on passive design, sustainable materials, energy efficiency, renewable energy technologies, sustainable rating systems, and the use of building information modeling to analyze, design, and document comprehensive sustainable building solutions. Includes all phases of development, up to final presentation and juried review. Spring Only.
5 Credits: 2 Lecture, 9 Lab
Prerequisites:
BSD432