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1536-1546:
Architectural Design I-A & I-B [6,6]
(Prerequisites: Letters of Acceptance into design studio and consent
of Associate Dean of Architecture). Two hours lecture. Ten hours
studio. Introduction to creative process, design principles and
methods. Design projects emphasize verbal and visual communication;
observing, analyzing, representing, and making of form, space, materials.
ARC
1586-1596:
Honors Architectural Design I-A & I-B [6,6]
(Prerequisites: Letters of Acceptance into design studio and consent
of Associate Dean of Architecture). Two hours lecture. Ten hours
studio. Independent investigation and presentation of an approved
research topic in addition to the content described under ARC
1536-1546.
ARC
2313:
History of Architecture I [3]
Three hours lecture. A survey of man's effort to mold his environment
from prehistory through the Early Middle Ages.
ARC
2536-2546:
Architectural Design II-A and II-B [6,6]
(Prerequisite: ARC 1546 or equivalent or consent of the dean).
One hour lecture. Eleven hours studio. Introduction to fundamental
aspects of building including structural-spatial ordering systems.
Projects emphasize linkages between people and spaces through
investigation of perceptual-conceptual issues.
ARC
2586-2596:
Honors Architectural Design II-A and II-B [6,6]
(Prerequisite: ARC 1546 or 1596). One hour lecture. Eleven hours
studio. Independent investigation and presentation of an approved
research topic in addition to the content described in ARC 2536.
ARC
2713:
Passive Building Systems [3]
(Prerequisite: For architecture majors--ARC 1546 and PH 1123;
for non-architecture majors--consent of instructor). Three hours
lecture. Investigation of morphological impacts of various environmental
energies on building forms and systems. Included are light, climatic,
structural, and ecological factors.
ARC
2723:
Materials [3]
(Prerequisites: ARC 2536 and ARC 2713). Three hours lecture. Analyzing
how materials and systems are designed to respond to both environmental
energies and needs. Included are soils, concrete, wood, masonry,
and metals.
ARC
2990:
Special Topics in Architecture I [1-9]
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on
a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered
in existing courses. (Course limited to two offerings under one
title within two academic years).
ARC
3313:
History of Architecture II [3]
(Prerequisite: ARC 2313). Three hours lecture. Survey of major
developments in architecture and city planning from the Fourteenth
through the Eighteenth Centuries.
ARC
3323:
History of Architecture III [3]
(Prerequisite: ARC 3313). Three hours lecture. Survey of major
developments in American architecture and survey of major developments
in European architecture during the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries.
ARC
3333:
Ancient Greek Architecture [3]
(Prerequisite: ARC 2313 or consent of instructor). Three hours
lecture. Investigations of the architecture, construction techniques,
design theory, and planning principles for Greek architecture
of the sixth, fifth, and fourth centuries B.C.
ARC
3343:
The Architecture of Housing [3]
Three hours lecture. An historical, social, and typological investigation
of the evolution of housing as an architectural and cultural phenomenon.
ARC
3353:
History and Theory of Urban Form [3]
(Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor). Three
hours lecture. Investigation of the forces that influence urban
form, tracing the resultant developments from the cities of classical
antiquity through Western Europe to America's "edge cities."
ARC
3536-3546:
Architectural Design III-A & III-B [6,6]
(Prerequisite: ARC 2546 or equivalent or consent of the dean).
One hour lecture. Eleven hours studio. The development of building
design as a synthesis of environmental concerns, behavioral responses,
functional requirements, and technical systems. Studies using
small and intermediate scale projects.
ARC
3553:
Environmental Education in the Schools [3]
Two hours lecture; one field visit. This course involves teaching
concepts about design and environment awareness to grade school
children.
ARC
3556-3566:
Accelerated Studies in Architectural Design III-A & III-B
[6,6]
(Prerequisite: ARC 2546 or equivalent or consent of dean). One
hour lecture. Eleven hours studio. Individualized studies in architectural
design for students enrolled in Accelerated Studies Program.
ARC
3573:
The Art/Architecture of Packaging [3]
Three hours lecture. Investigations into theories, techniques,
and procedures of packaging (with emphasis on portfolio design)
through traditional, mechanical, and digital means.
ARC
3583:
Architectural Drawing and Representation [3]
(Prerequisite: ARC 2546 or equivalent and consent of instructor).
Two hours lecture. Three hours laboratory. Advanced course in
architectural drawing and visualization that builds upon the students
developing skills in graphics, modeling, and digital media.
ARC
3713:
Assemblages [3]
(Prerequisites: ARC 2546 and ARC 2723). Two hours lecture and
one field study. Fabrication and construction are explored in
the relationship between nature of materials and methods of assembly.
ARC
3723:
Active Building Systems [3]
(Prerequisites: ARC 3536 or ARC 3713 or for non-architecture majors--consent
of instructor). Three hours lecture. Concentrates on defining
the mechanical and electrical (active) techniques available to
architects for integrating thermal comfort and life safety into
the built form.
ARC
3904:
Architectural Structures I [4]
(Prerequisite: MA 1463 or MA 1613 and ARC 2546). Three hours lecture.
Three hours laboratory. Principles of statically determinate structures
and strength of materials relating to architectural construction.
Wood is used as the primary construction material.
ARC
3913:
Structures II [3]
(Prerequisite: ARC 3904). Three hours lecture. Continuation of
structural principles relating to architectural construction.
Analysis of indeterminate structures, deflection, and lateral
loading. Structural steel is the primary material.
ARC
4000:
Directed Individual Study Hours
and credits to be arranged with approval of College of Architecture
Dean.
ARC
4313:
Architectural Theory [3]
(Prerequisite: ARC 3323 or ARC 3313 and consent of instructor).
Three hours lecture. A critical investigation of writings that
have shaped architectural theory.
ARC
4523/6523:
Introduction to Virtual Interface Systems [3]
One hour lecture. Four hours laboratory. Introduction to the theories
and realities of virtual interface systems. Application of VIS
technology in architectural settings.
ARC
4533:
Accelerated Studies in Architectural Design IV-C [3]
One hour lecture. Eleven hours studio. Individualized studies
in architectural design for students enrolled in Accelerated Studies
Program.
ARC
4536-4546:
Architectural Design IV-A & IV-B [6,6]
(Prerequisite: ARC 3546 or equivalent or consent of dean). One
hour lecture. Eleven hours studio. Design of architectural elements
integrating building systems, social concerns, and environmental
factors. Studies involve intermediate to large scale projects
in realistic architectural situations.
ARC
4543:
Accelerated Studies in Architectural Design IV-D [3]
One hour lecture. Eleven hours studio. Individualized studies
in architectural design for students enrolled in Accelerated Studies
Program.
ARC
4733:
Site Planning for Architects [3]
(Prerequisite: ARC 2546). Three hours lecture. Introduces the
natural ecological systems as they relate to human's impact on
them, along with the natural systems' resistance to human's impact.
ARC
4903:
Structures III [3]
(Prerequisite: ARC 3913). Three hours lecture. Continuation of
structural principles relating to architectural construction.
Soil mechanics, reinforced concrete design, footings and foundations,
masonry construction, and precast concrete design.
ARC
4990/6900:
Special Topics in Architecture [1-9] Credit and title to
be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer
developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses.
(Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic
years).
ARC
5353:
Philosophy of Architecture [3]
Three hours lecture and field visits. The philosophical issues
of meaning, appreciation, and the distinctive characteristics
of the artistic creation.
ARC
5383:
Legal Aspects of Architecture [3]
Three hours lecture. Investigation and research regarding architectural
issues including architectural law, contracts, litigation, case
studies and other topical issues.
ARC
5443:
Thesis Programming [3]
One hour lecture. Six hours laboratory. Advanced study of analytical
and intuitive methods of programming, leading to development of
thesis program to be used in ARC 5589.
ARC
5493:
Architectural Practice [3]
Three hours lecture. Investigation into issues facing the graduate
architect including: responsibilities to the community and the
profession; project and business management; client relations;
and delivery of services.
ARC
5523:
Architects Teaching Architecture [3] Two
hours lecture. Three hours field visit. Students teach architecture
and environmental quality to fourth-and-fifth grade Jackson Public
School students.
ARC
5576:
Architectural Design V-A [6]
(Prerequisite: ARC 4546). One hour lecture. Theory and application
of architectural problems at urban scale. Investigation of social,
economic, political issues affecting architectural programming
and design.
ARC
5589:
Architectural Thesis V-B [9]
(Prerequisite: ARC 5576) Two hours lecture. Twenty hours studio.
Development of architectural project of complex and comprehensive
nature. Emphasis upon thorough examination of all aspects of building.
ARC
5623:
Studies in the Theory and Practice of Urban Design [3]
Three hours lecture. General introduction into field of urban
design. Course divided into two areas of theory and practice as
they relate to contemporary urban development.
ARC
5733:
Process [3]
Three hours lecture, field visits. Intangible values in building
and construction as arising from the nature of materials and methods
of work.
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