ARCH 4540 - Professional Practice

Institution:

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

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Description:

An introduction to architectural practice as related to accomplishing design projects. An overview of professional obligations, registration and conduct, architects' roles in project delivery, and office organization and management for delivering professional services. In-depth examination ofarchitects' responsibilities for health, safety, and welfare in design; building code requirements for fire protection, life safety, and accessibility; economics of building systems and assemblies; design and construction contracts; and design documentation.Prerequisites/Corequisites: Corequisite: Students in ARCH 4300 are required to coregister. When Offered: Fall and spring terms annually. Credit Hours: 2

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rpi.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 276-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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