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  • ARCH 322: Theory of Architecture

    3.00 Credits
    Roger Williams University

    The intention of this course is to familiarize students with avariety of historical, theoretical and methodological issues thathave structured contemporary understanding and criticism ofarchitecture. The class introduces students to the polemics anddebates of the post-war period, the developments and influence ofnon-Western modern architecture, post-modernism, the theoreticalinvestigations centered around structuralism and post-structuralism,the development of the various schools of architectural theory in the1970s and 1980s, and contemporary theoretical and critical positions.
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  • ARCH 324: Evolution of Urban Form

    3.00 Credits
    Roger Williams University

    Prerequisite: AAH 121-122 or permission of instructorCross-Listed with ARCH 524Examines and analyzes the evolution of urban form, from neolithicvillages to cities of the emerging modern era. Addresses why citieshave taken the forms they have, and their formal, physical, andspatial elements. Students consider urban structure and dynamicsrelative to architectural expression, building types, and urban openspaces.
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  • ARCH 325: History of Modern Architecture I: The Enlightenmentto the Avant-Garde

    3.00 Credits
    Roger Williams University

    Prerequisite: AAH 121-122 or permission of instructorThis course on modern architecture examines buildings, cities,and landscapes in relation to the visual arts, culture, politics, andtechnological and social change. It begins with the origins of modernarchitecture in Western Europe, continues with an exploration of key19th-century architects and theorists. It highlights the 20th-centuryavant-gardes and concludes with the crystallization of modernarchitecture in the West and around the world. The course seeks toexplain the modern not only as a visual phenomenon, but also as anintellectual, philosophical, and cultural idea
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  • ARCH 327: History of American Archi

    3.00 Credits
    Roger Williams University

    Prerequisite: AAH 121-122 or permission of instructorExamines American Architecture and architectural thought from 1800to the 1960s. The course is organized around a series of key themes.Special emphasis will be placed upon architecture as a force within,and a manifestation of American culture at large
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  • ARCH 328: Renaissance Architecture

    3.00 Credits
    Roger Williams University

    Prerequisite: AAH 121-122 or permission of instructorA detailed exploration of the architecture of Italy from c. 1400 to 1580within the context of the institutions, values and ideals that emergedduring the civilization of the Renaissance, as well as analysis of howand why various aspects of Renaissance architecture influencedbuildings, designs, and theories up to the 20th century. The coursewill focus upon accounting for the evolving motivations and goals thatembodied the spirit of the ages to be examined. Architectural theory,as reflected in surviving treatises by Renaissance and Renaissanceinspiredtheorists, shall be analyzed not only for their architecturalcontent, but also as the primary documents that reflect the changingattitudes and applications of Renaissance humanism and the revival ofClassical antiquity.
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  • ARCH 329: History of Landscape Architecture

    3.00 Credits
    Roger Williams University

    History of Landscape Architecture is a survey of the developmentof man's relationship to and shaping of the land. This course willsurvey the landscape and gardens from the beginnings of civilizationuntil contemporary times, although the primary emphasis willbe on the Italian Renaissance, the gardens of France in the age ofLouis XIV, and the English garden. The course will also includecontributing cultures, such as China, India and Japan, as well asstudy the growth of parks in the 19th century, particularly in theUnited States.
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  • ARCH 331: Construction Materials and Assemblies II

    3.00 Credits
    Roger Williams University

    Prerequisite: ARCH 231This continuation of Construction Materials and Assemblies Iprovides students with the awareness and understanding necessaryfor the selection of materials, components and assemblies for thedesign and construction of buildings. The course explores traditionaland non-traditional building techniques, methods and materialsselection with particular emphasis on steel, concrete, and glass inrelation to fabrication and assembly methods, historical influences,function, sustainability, and architectural expression. Issues ofmaterials' embodied energy as well as recyclability and disassemblyare also considered. The course also dedicates a substantial portionof its time to the examination of building envelope concepts as thelocus of design resolution between technical and architectural designrealms. Detailing issue includes optimization of the building's thermalperformance. The course engages with ARCH 313 ArchitecturalDesign Studio Core V as a means to integrate materials and assembliesissues in the student's design thinking.
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  • ARCH 332: Acoustics and Lighting

    3.00 Credits
    Roger Williams University

    Prerequisite: Junior standingThis course addresses three of the many form generators in architecture,the acoustical, day lighting and artificial lighting environment. It alsoaddresses the soft and hard technologies that support the creationof these environments using "rules of thumb", analytical calculationsand modeling. The course provides an introduction and conceptualunderstanding of these subjects. Sustainability is embedded inthe nature of the subjects with a particular emphasis on energyconservation, integration of natural and artificial systems; the affect oncontemporary practice, and the emerging roles of architectural careersand consultants in these disciplines. The course is subdivided into three equal offerings: acousticalprinciples and practical applications in buildings that affects siteselection and evaluation of buildings and their orientation on a siteand shaping of space for sound control, all done in conjunctionwith case studies. The second and third parts deal with natural orday lighting and artificial lighting with an emphasis on the theirintegration through design. Basic principles are introduced, designprocedures outlined, calculating methods reviewed, case studies andthe use of physical and computer modeling investigated. The studentswill gain a sufficient basic understanding of acoustical, day lightingand artificial lighting design in order to feel confident in making theseconcerns an inherent part of their design process.
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  • ARCH 333: Building Systems: Equipment for Buildings

    3.00 Credits
    Roger Williams University

    Prerequisite: Junior standingThis course provides a basic study of the mechanical, sanitary, watersupply, sewage disposal, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, fireprotection and electrical equipment and systems used in buildings.The student learns the basics of active and passive heating, coolingand ventilating systems, load calculations, life safety ventilation,psychometrics, plumbing, storm drainage, fire protection systems,and electrical, energy codes and management with discussion ofenergy conservation and construction budgeting as well as M & Econstruction documents.Particular emphasis is given to systems integration. First is therecognition that buildings consist of seven component systems; spaceplanning, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (including fireprotection); enclosure, and fitments (fixtures and furniture). Secondis the need to consider these systems as early in the design process aspossible. Design considerations such as points of origin, generatingequipment, distribution devices, delivery mechanisms, control systemsand energy usage are studied. Sustainability is embedded in the natureof these subjects with a particular emphasis on energy conservationand efficient design practices. Where possible "rules of thumb" sizingand diagramming techniques are examined and technical designdevelopment are explored from the point of view of, energy efficiency,the architect's design and the engineering consultant's criteria.Classroom lectures, case studies (on hard and soft technologies) and afield trip are used to expand on the reading assignments and to providea general introduction and overview of the subject.
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  • ARCH 335: Structure, Form and Order

    3.00 Credits
    Roger Williams University

    Prerequisites: MATH 136 or 213 and PHYS 109, 201 or ENGR 210Introduces the fundamental concepts of structural form and behaviorthrough a combination of lectures and studio exercises. Basicstructural forms and their taxonomy will be studied in nature andthrough history, using visual presentations, readings, and hands-onexperiments. Load paths and basic load tracing through commonstructural systems will be investigated. An introduction to vectorbased force representation will also be covered as a continuation oftopics covered in Physics. In addition the students' studio projects willbe utilized for assignments. The development of a strong structuralvocabulary will also be stressed.
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