This course introduces a range of design methodologies and techniques necessary for developing projects within the ARCH 6010 Foundation Studio I. Emphasis is on connecting thinking to making with topics on sketching, analytical diagramming, orthographic drawing, rapid physical modeling, presentation physical modeling, and digital workflows for iterative design.

This course introduces a range of design methodologies and techniques necessary for developing projects within the ARCH 6020 Foundation Studio II. Emphasis is on connecting thinking to making with topics on site analysis, material experimentation, innovation through prototype fabrication, digital simulation, and constructive sections.

This is a foundational course introducing the field of architecture and urbanism as it has been historically constructed; it investigates the formulation of canons, contrarian practices, and narratives that frame discourses and practices today. The objectives are to understand the genealogies of the modern tradition, establish a knowledge of the disciplinary milestones, and to articulate critical theoretical frameworks.

This course offers a panoramic view of today¿s construction systems¿from foundation to roof. All common systems of construction will be covered including light frame wood construction, heavy timber, masonry, steel, site-cast concrete, and precast concrete. Lectures and readings address the history, theory, and practice of each type of construction including typical and innovative details of assembly. Graduate version has additional requirements.

This course introduces a range of conceptual frameworks & techniques that embrace the highly generative agency of representational media in the architectural design process. Varying theoretical perspectives, grounded in architecture¿s history & conventions, situate student learning activities to iterate between different representational techniques, utilizing both analog & digital technologies, skills, & workflows to support a critical & creative design practice.

Independent Study Prerequisite: Permission of the chair.

Topical offerings in architecture.

Student will engage with faculty on selected topics in Architecture Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor

Advanced independent research on topics selected by individual students in consultation with a faculty advisor Prerequisite: Permission of the chair.