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  • 3.00 Credits

    As both an art and science, the profession of architecture is continually undergoing change and reassessment. This elective seminar focuses on one or more of the specific issues, topics, or skills related to technologies in architecture today. Typically, these specific semester topics range from advanced materials and construction systems to energy-conserving design; from environmental issues to hands-on building experiences. AP 520 shall require a graduate-level paper or project. This course may be repeated for credit. Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. Prerequisites: AP225, AP325, or approval of instructor.
  • 5.00 Credits

    A singular design or design-related project selected by the individual student. The course consists of independent research done at a sufficient depth to display a mastery of the process of defining an architectural problem, including the investigation and discussion of the procedural, physical, and intellectual limits of this problem. The course culminates with the publication of an architectural program and a theoretical statement as well as the generation of all contextual information and design strategies necessary as the basis for AP526, Architectural Thesis. Three hours of class time and meetings with thesis advisors plus six hours of studio per week. Prerequisites: fifth-year standing and approval of Architecture program faculty.
  • 5.00 Credits

    Execution of a singular design or design-related project selected by the individual student. The project is based on independent research and preliminary design work produced in AP525 and is of sufficient depth and breadth to display a mastery of design skills and comprehensive understanding of the architectural issues related to form, process, judgment, representation, and communication. The work is done under the guidance of a thesis advisor chosen by the student. The student must earn a grade of "B" in order to receive credit for this course. If a student earns a "C" in both AP525 and AP526, they must repeat both courses in sequence. Two hours of meetings with thesis advisors plus twelve hours of studio per week. Prerequisite: AP525 with a grade of "C" or better.
  • 6.00 Credits

    This course offers an opportunity for each student enrolled in Master of Architecture Program to develop a bridge between their academic experience and professional practice. As a "bridge" the learning experience is considered to move in both directions. The internship will allow individuals to apply knowledge learned in the classroom and will also allow the opportunity for individuals to bring practical experience to bear on their graduate studies. Each student enrolled in the course is responsible to secure a position with an architectural, or an architecturally-related/construction-related, firm for a period of no less than eight weeks. This position must be approved by the course instructor. The firm must also be willing to submit periodic and final evaluations of the student's performance. Distance learning technologies shall be employed during the employment period for communication between the students and the instructor. Requirements for the course shall include maintaining a journal and writing a major term paper related to professional practice. Typically, this course shall be taken during the summer between the fourth and fifth years, or as otherwise approved by the division head. 8 weeks, summers. Prerequisites: AP436, AP412, and acceptance into the M. Arch. Program.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Investigation into the issues related to the professional practice of architecture in contemporary American society. Topics include project management, finance, and economics; business and practice management; and laws and regulations governing the profession. Three hours of lecture per week.
  • 3.00 Credits

    As both an art and science, the profession of architecture is continually undergoing change and reassessment. This elective seminar focuses on one or more specific topics regarding the current and future practice of architecture: what architects do, and how they do it. Typically, these topics range from design techniques to office management and from specialties within the practice, to the legal environmental, and social forces that influence it. AP534 seminar shall require a graduate-level paper or project. This course may be repeated for credit. Three hours of lecture/discussion per week. Prerequisite: instructor's approval.
  • 1.00 - 3.00 Credits

    An execution of a singular project related to architectural design, history/theory, process, or technology selected by the individual student. The course focuses on in-depth independent research, development, and a formal written and/or graphic presentation of an architecturally-related topic not otherwise covered in course offerings. The student must secure a faculty member who will agree to serve as advisor/evaluator for the project. Limited to Architecture majors who have completed at least the first two years of the curriculum. Hours and credits to be arranged.
  • 3.00 Credits

    A seminar course for Master of Architecture students that offers opportunity for in-depth analysis, discussion, and research into contemporary issues that impact the profession of architecture and architectural design. The course will be flexible in the terms of content so that the nature of the material has a currency relevant to the complex, changing nature of the profession. The topical choices may address global concerns such as sustainability, cultural changes, conservation and preservation, information technology, and the emerging role of the architect as a professional in the 21st century. The course structure will be more constant, reflecting the values embodied in the profession, the architecture program, and the university. Specifically, there will be a strong bridge made between pedagogy and teaching methodology; course material will be synthesized and applied in a manner that demonstrates critical thinking, teamwork, creativity, and community service. Three hours of seminar per week. Prerequisite: fifth-year standing.
  • 5.00 Credits

    This problem-oriented studio offers an opportunity for students from various design levels to interact and contribute toward solutions of common topical architectural problems and issues. A maximum of two vertical studios may be taken in place of AP312, AP411, or AP412. Offered summers only. Prerequisite: AP118 or approval of instructor.
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