Architecture, Courses Summer 2000

Summer 2000 Course Descriptions
Key to Course Descriptions

Courses listed below are approved UA courses as of Summer 2000. Not all approved courses will be offered during this term. For course offerings/availability during a specific term, see the Schedule of Classes. Each course number below links to the Schedule of Classes.

Architecture (ARCH) Dept Info - College Info

ARCH 101 Architecture and Society (3) I II An overview of architecture and its relationship to society through a study of its history, its contemporary forms and its future; designed for non-majors.

ARCH 112 Introduction to Design Communication (3) I II Overview of the principles of architectural drawing; lectures on various types of design communication supplemented by studio exercises; experience in graphic projections, perspective and freehand sketching.

ARCH 114 Introduction to Architectural Theory (3) I II A broad introduction to the historical, physical and cultural forces that affect the formation of buildings and physical environments. Lectures with slides and small discussion groups examine current and recurring problems and principles.

ARCH 118 Structure in Architecture (2) I II An introduction to the role of structure in architecture; to the principles of structure, and to the behavior of structural elements, subsystems and systems.

ARCH 195A Freshman Colloquium (1) I II

ARCH 201 Fundamentals of Architectural Design (6) I II Basic design principles and introduction to design of built form and exterior space, with attention to site analysis and natural siting, horizontal circulation systems, basic materials and structural systems. P, admission to professional phase. Fees.

ARCH 202 Environmental Influences in Architectural Design (6) I Design of built form and exterior space, site planning, climatic analysis and passive methods of environmental conditioning, including daylighting; horizontal and vertical systems of circulation, sustainable materials and structural systems. Field Trips. P, ARCH 201, ARCH 212. Fees.

ARCH 212 Design Communications (3) I Methods of generating, studying, and communicating architectural concepts. Direct perspective, shadow casting, and conceptual diagramming. P, ARCH 112, admission to professional phase. Fees.

ARCH 222 Techniques of Design Communication (3) II Rendering techniques and media for use in finished architectural presentation. Shade and shadow, entourage, reflections, reproduction techniques, color rendering. P, ARCH 201, ARCH 212.

ARCH 226 Environmental Analysis (2) I Introduction to theory and methods of environmental analysis in architecture including the influences of site, climate and social/physical context. P, admission to professional phase. Open to majors only.

ARCH 227 Architectural Programming (2) II Introduction to theory and methods of architectural programming including influences of users, economics, time, technology, safety, and aesthetics. P, admission to professional phase. Open to majors only.

ARCH 235 Fundamentals of Building Construction Systems (3) I Systems of building construction with emphasis on materials and methods. P, admission to professional phase. Non-majors may petition to enroll.

ARCH 236 Fundamentals of Environmental Control Systems (3) II Systems and means of environmental control with emphasis on passive and active methods and principles, energy conservation, and satisfying basic human needs with respect to heat, light and sound. P, ARCH 235.

ARCH 270 Introduction to Architectural Computing (3) I Micro-computer presentation techniques in architecture, including CAD, desktop publishing, and computer presentation. P, experience with word processing, spreadsheets, DOS and Mac operating systems, admission to professional phase.

ARCH 294 Practicum (1-4) [Rpt./]

ARCH 299 Independent Study (1-4) [Rpt./]

ARCH 299H Honors Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./] I II

ARCH 301 Human Influences in Architectural Design (6) I Design of buildings with emphasis on human needs and space and place making; integration of structural, mechanical, electrical, lighting and acoustic systems and building code constraints. P, ARCH 202, ARCH 222. Fees.

ARCH 302 Architectural Design (6) II Design of built form with emphasis on theoretical issues, meaning, principles of order; alternative means of enclosing architectural space; synthesis of space, light, structure, materials, and environmental control systems. P, ARCH 301. Fees.

ARCH 318 Elements of Structural Systems (3) I Force systems in equilibrium, introductory mechanics of materials, response of structural elements to stresses, principles of structural design including general characteristics of structural hierarchies. P, ARCH 118, admission to professional phase.

ARCH 324 History of Architecture and Western Civilization: Ancient through Medieval (4) I History of architecture as a reflection of the western heritage of ideas, values and artistic expression and economic, social, and political conditions. P, consent of instructor or upper-division status. Open to non-majors.

ARCH 328 Wood and Steel Structural Systems (3) II Analysis and design of structural components and systems constructed of wood and steel including joists, beams, and columns. Analysis and design of members under single and combined loads. Examination of the behavior of individual elements and the total system. P, ARCH 318.

ARCH 334 History of Architecture and Western Civilization: Renaissance to Present (4) II History of architecture as a reflection of the western heritage of ideas, values and artistic expression and economic, social, and political conditions. P, ARCH 324 recommended, upper-division status or consent of instructor. Open to non-majors.

ARCH 335 Construction Systems (3) II Analysis of contemporary systems of building construction with emphasis on assembly and integration of components, construction procedures and sequences, understanding how buildings go together, introduction to codes and regulations. P, ARCH 235.

ARCH 336 Environmental Control Systems (3) I Analysis of contemporary systems of environmental control including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting, power distribution, plumbing and hygiene. Emphasis on integration of these systems into buildings and understanding the impact of systems upon architectural design and each other. P, ARCH 236.

ARCH 343 Watercolor Techniques for Architects (2) I II Techniques of watercolor communication utilized in architecture.

ARCH 344 The Art and Architecture of the Islamic World (3) I II (Identical with NES 344, which is home). Approved as Tier Two - Arts.

ARCH 394 Practicum (3) [Rpt./]

ARCH 399 Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./]

ARCH 399H Honors Independent Study (1-3) [Rpt./] II

ARCH 401 Systems Approach in Architectural Design (6) I Design and programming of built form which changes and grows with systematic clarity; emphasis on the interface with contextual systems of activity and integrated choices of structural and environmental control systems. P, ARCH 270, ARCH 302. Fees. May be convened with ARCH 501.

ARCH 402 Topics in Architectural Design (6) II Studio work emphasizing design of large buildings or building complexes in one of the following: building design, urban design, campus design, design competitions, computer-aided design. Offerings are determined by faculty availability, and all topics may not be offered each year. Other topics may be introduced. P, ARCH 401. Fees. May be convened with ARCH 502.

ARCH 403 Solar Utilization in the Built Environment (3) I Survey of solar energy utilization principles, methods and case studies focused upon building and site planning design. May be convened with ARCH 503.

ARCH 404 Architecture and Planning in Mexico (3) I Study of architectural development in Mexico during the prehispanic, Spanish colonial and contemporary periods, with emphasis on design ideas from each period. (Identical with LA S 404). May be convened with ARCH 504.

ARCH 412 Publication Graphics (3) [Rpt./ 2] I II Designing compositions of text and graphics, and preparing them for publication. P, ARCH 222, ARCH 301. May be convened with ARCH 512.

ARCH 413 Architecture and the Arid Region (2) I Studies of the relationship between architecture and the climatic characteristics of arid regions with emphasis on passive cooling techniques. P, ARCH 302. May be convened with ARCH 513.

ARCH 414 History of American Architecture (3) II Developments in American architecture from the colonial to the early modern period. P, ARCH 334 or consent of instructor. Open to non-majors. May be convened with ARCH 514.

ARCH 418 Concrete and Masonry Structural Systems (3) I Analysis and design of structural components and systems constructed of concrete and masonry including slabs, joists, beams, columns, retaining walls, and foundations. Analysis and design of members under single and combined loads using working stress and ultimate strength procedures. Examination of the behavior of individual elements and the total system. P, ARCH 328.

ARCH 422 Urban Open Space (3) [Rpt./ 1] I The study of urban open space, its use as a path, meeting place, amphitheater or plaza. Analysis of how fountains, sculpture and way finding systems may enhance public space. May be convened with ARCH 522.

ARCH 424 Modern Architecture (3) I II Study of recent architectural developments throughout the world, focusing on the personalities, theories and issues influencing built form since 1945. P, ARCH 334 or consent of instructor; upper-division status. May be convened with ARCH 524.

ARCH 428 Advanced Structural Systems (3) II Analysis and design of long span elements and structures subject to lateral loads. Evaluation of alternative systems. Methods of analysis for various systems from single story to high rise. Response of systems to wind and seismic loads. P, ARCH 418.

ARCH 432 Video and Media in Design Communications (3) [Rpt./ 1] II Introduction to video and other media in architectural design communication with emphasis on photographic reproduction, graphic design, desktop publishing, slide photography, slide presentations, and video production. Personal presentations based upon communication psychology and theory. May be convened with ARCH 532.

ARCH 433 Lightweight Construction Techniques (3) II Survey of lightweight construction techniques, including pneumatics, tensile membranes, three-dimensional cable nets, grid shells and flexure stiff plates. May be convened with ARCH 533.

ARCH 434 History of the American House (3) II Survey of American domestic buildings from European settlement to the present including social, political, and economic forces affecting architectural change. P, ARCH 334, consent of instructor. Open to non-majors. (Identical with ARH 434). May be convened with ARCH 534.

ARCH 439 Construction Documents (3) I Content, intent, functions and practice of preparing documents needed for various construction delivery systems. P, ARCH 302. May be convened with ARCH 539.

ARCH 442 Architectural Photography (3) II Theory and practical techniques for the varied uses of photography in the field. Emphasis on the "daily use" of 35mm equipment and color slide films for self expression, documentation (exteriors/interiors), copywork, scale models and simulation. Introductory hands-on exploration of large format photography with Polaroid film. May be convened with ARCH 542.

ARCH 443 Architecture in the Mediterranean (3) S Summer study tour of the Mediterranean focusing on architecture. Includes Greece and the Greek islands. Seminars and graphic and written projects and assignments. Emphasis on field investigation. May be convened with ARCH 543.

ARCH 444 Site Planning (3) I (Identical with PLN 444, which is home). May be convened with ARCH 544.

ARCH 451 Emphasis Areas in Architecture (6) I Studio work emphasizing one of the following: desert architecture, community design, historic preservation, design communication, computer aided design, entrepreneurial design, architectural programming and evaluation. Offerings are limited by faculty availability and all topics may not be offered each year. Other topics may be introduced. P, ARCH 334, ARCH 335, ARCH 336, ARCH 402, ARCH 428. Fees. May be convened with ARCH 551.

ARCH 452 Senior Project (6) II Studio-based project demonstrating a synthesis of knowledge or development of theoretical concepts. P, ARCH 451. Fees.

ARCH 452H Honors Senior Project (6) Studio-based honors project demonstrating a synthesis of knowledge or development of theoretical concepts. P, ARCH 451, admission to Honors Program.

ARCH 459 Ethics and Practice (3) I Standards and values of architectural services and professional project and practice management. P, ARCH 270, ARCH 402. May be convened with ARCH 559.

ARCH 462 Readings and Research in Design Communication (3) I Reading and discussion of design communication theory and research. Generating, developing and defending a research proposal in design communication. P, ARCH 402. May be convened with ARCH 562.

ARCH 463 Computer Energy Analysis (3) [Rpt./ 1] I Utilization of computer simulations in energy analysis and design of buildings. Prediction of thermal performance and energy consumption. Fundamentals of solar energy, building physics and human thermal comfort. P, ARCH 302. May be convened with ARCH 563.

ARCH 464 Women in American Architecture (3) I Women as users, patrons, and architects of American buildings with emphasis on understanding the relationship between gender and architecture in the history of the United States. P, consent of instructor, upper-division status. (Identical with ARH 464, W S 464). May be convened with ARCH 564.

ARCH 466 The Art and Architecture of LeCorbusier (3) [Rpt./ 1] I Introduction to the art and architecture of LeCorbusier (1887-1965), emphasizing his urban plans, building designs and plastic art. P, ARCH 334. (Identical with ARH 466). May be convened with ARCH 566.

ARCH 470 Computer Graphics in Architecture (3) I Introduction to the theory, techniques, and applications of computer-aided design. Focusing on modeling buildings using 3D CAD strategies and techniques on DOS and Macintosh platforms. Lectures on technical topics, with intensive experience on computers. P, ARCH 270, ARCH 202. May be convened with ARCH 570.

ARCH 473 Introduction to Conservation of Cultural Resources (3) I An overview of the Historic Preservation movement in America, including discussion of concepts, rationale for and methods of resource utilization, implementation of plans, legislation, etc. May be convened with ARCH 573.

ARCH 474 Field Methods in Environmental Psychology (3) II (Identical with PSYC 474, which is home). May be convened with ARCH 574.

ARCH 480 Computer Presentations in Architecture (3) II Introduction to the theory, techniques, and applications of computer-based presentations. Focusing on generating realistic architectural images and fly-throughs that are assembled in a finished multimedia presentation. In-class experience on computers. P, ARCH 470. May be convened with ARCH 580.

ARCH 483 Advanced Computer Energy Analysis (3) [Rpt./ 1] II Prediction of thermal performance of buildings, using computer simulation. Applications of advanced conservation and passive solar systems, cost benefit analysis and economic optimization. P, ARCH 463. May be convened with ARCH 583.

ARCH 484 Planning the Built Environment (2) I A lecture survey dealing with the origins and implications of the physical manifestations of communal ordering systems. An analytic vocabulary is developed with which current and historic settlement patterns are visually compared to discover spatial attributes as a dimension of human experience. P, ARCH 302, ARCH 334. (Identical with PLN 484). May be convened with ARCH 584.

ARCH 487 Space: A Social Cultural View (3) [Rpt./ 1] I Human, socio-cultural use of space including processes of symbolic expression. Investigation of the role of space through ethnographic readings describing both ritual and architectural examples. P, consent of department. May be convened with ARCH 587.

ARCH 491 Preceptorship (1-3) [Rpt./]

ARCH 493 Internship (3) [Rpt./]

ARCH 493L Legislative Internship (1-12) [Rpt./] II

ARCH 494 Practicum (3) [Rpt./]

ARCH 496A Readings in Architectural Theory (2-4) [Rpt./ 8 units] II P, open to majors only. May be convened with ARCH 596A.

ARCH 496B Research Methods (3) I P, consent of instructor. May be convened with ARCH 596B.

ARCH 496D Mediterranean Cities in the 15th-16th c.: Cairo, Istanbul, Florence & Venice (3) II (Identical with NES 496D, which is home). May be convened with ARCH 596D.

ARCH 497B Special Projects in Architecture (1-3) [Rpt./ 6 units] P, consent of department. May be convened with ARCH 597B.

ARCH 497D Design Development for Architectural Interiors (3) [Rpt./ 6 units] II This course will focus on the concept of designing public space environments that are compatible with the architecture envelope, context and structure of the building as well as accommodating human needs. Field Trips. P, ARCH 301 or consent of instructor. May be convened with ARCH 597D.

ARCH 497E Furniture Design and Construction (3) [Rpt./ 2] I Field Trips. P, ARCH 202. Fees.

ARCH 497I Interdisciplinary Studio for Community Design (3-6) I Field Trips. (Identical with PLN 497I). May be convened with ARCH 597I.

ARCH 498 Senior Capstone (1-3) I II

ARCH 498H Honors Thesis (3) [Rpt./ 2]

ARCH 499 Independent Study (1-4) [Rpt./]

ARCH 499H Honors Independent Study (1-4) [Rpt./] I II

ARCH 501 Systems Approach in Architectural Design (6) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 401. Graduate-level requirements include additional documentation demonstrating theoretical understanding of design. P, none. Fees. May be convened with ARCH 401.

ARCH 502 Topics in Architectural Design (6) II For a description of course topics see ARCH 402. Graduate-level requirements include additional documentation of the understanding of the impact of complex buildings on human experience. May be convened with ARCH 402.

ARCH 503 Solar Utilization in the Built Environment (3) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 403. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper focusing on appropriate design applications of a particular solar strategy. May be convened with ARCH 403.

ARCH 504 Architecture and Planning in Mexico (3) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 404. Graduate-level requirements include an additional research paper on a particular aspect of Mexican architecture. (Identical with LA S 504). May be convened with ARCH 404.

ARCH 512 Publication Graphics (3) [Rpt./ 2] I II For a description of course topics see ARCH 412. Graduate-level requirements include a research paper on one aspect of state-of-the-art design communication techniques. May be convened with ARCH 412.

ARCH 513 Architecture and the Arid Region (2) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 413. Graduate-level requirements include a research paper focusing on a particular passive cooling strategy. May be convened with ARCH 413.

ARCH 514 History of American Architecture (3) II For a description of course topics see ARCH 414. Graduate-level requirements include an additional research project that focuses on and develops one of the major topics of the course. May be convened with ARCH 414.

ARCH 522 Urban Open Space (3) [Rpt./ 1] II For a description of course topics see ARCH 422. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper or project. May be convened with ARCH 422.

ARCH 524 Modern Architecture (3) I II For a description of course topics see ARCH 424. Graduate-level requirements include an additional in-depth research paper. May be convened with ARCH 424.

ARCH 532 Video and Media in Design Communications (3) [Rpt./ 1] II For a description of course topics see ARCH 432. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper or project. May be convened with ARCH 432.

ARCH 533 Lightweight Construction Techniques (3) II For a description of course topics see ARCH 433. Graduate-level requirements include an additional project demonstrating a comprehensive grasp of one lightweight construction technique. May be convened with ARCH 433.

ARCH 534 History of the American House (3) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 434. Graduate-level requirements include an additional research project. (Identical with ARH 534). May be convened with ARCH 434.

ARCH 539 Construction Documents (3) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 439. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper focusing on one particular aspect of developing new techniques in the field. May be convened with ARCH 439.

ARCH 542 Architectural Photography (3) II For a description of course topics see ARCH 442. Graduate-level requirements include a research project. May be convened with ARCH 442.

ARCH 543 Architecture in the Mediterranean (3) S For a description of course topics see ARCH 443. Graduate-level requirements include a research paper. May be convened with ARCH 443.

ARCH 544 Site Planning (3) I (Identical with PLN 544, which is home). May be convened with ARCH 444.

ARCH 551 Emphasis Areas in Architecture (6) I II For a description of course topics see ARCH 451. Graduate-level requirements include additional project development focusing on a particular aspect of the topic under study. May be convened with ARCH 451.

ARCH 559 Ethics and Practice (3) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 459. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper focusing on a particular aspect of contemporary professional practice. May be convened with ARCH 459.

ARCH 560 Introduction to Architecture Graduate Computing (3) I II Study and use of computing applied to the architecture graduate program including architectural graphics, desktop publishing, CAD, and computer presentations. Previous experience required with word processing, spreadsheets and the DOS and Macintosh operating systems. P, graduate admission.

ARCH 562 Readings and Research in Design Communication (3) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 462. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper or project. May be convened with ARCH 462.

ARCH 563 Computer Energy Analysis (3) [Rpt./ 1] I For a description of course topics see ARCH 463. Graduate requirements include an in-depth research paper or project. May be convened with ARCH 463.

ARCH 564 Women in American Architecture (3) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 464. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper or project. P, consent of instructor. (Identical with ARH 564, W S 564). May be convened with ARCH 464.

ARCH 566 Art and Archaeology of Le Corbusier (3) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 466. Graduate-level requirements include an additional research paper or project. (Identical with ARH 566). May be convened with ARCH 466.

ARCH 570 Computer Graphics in Architecture (3) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 470. Graduate-level requirements include a special project demonstrating in-depth understanding of one particular theory or technique covered in the course. May be convened with ARCH 470.

ARCH 573 Introduction to Conservation of Cultural Resources (3) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 473. Graduate-level requirements include an in-depth research paper focusing on a particular concept or methodology utilized in preservation practice. May be convened with ARCH 473.

ARCH 574 Field Methods in Environmental Psychology (3) II (Identical with PSYC 574, which is home). May be convened with ARCH 474.

ARCH 580 Computer Presentations in Architecture (3) II For a description of course topics see ARCH 480. Graduate-level requirements include additional project development demonstrating in-depth comprehension of the potential of the application under study. May be convened with ARCH 480.

ARCH 583 Advanced Computer Energy Analysis (3) II For a description of course topics see ARCH 483. Graduate requirements include a research paper or project. May be convened with ARCH 483.

ARCH 584 Planning the Built Environment (2) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 484. Graduate-level requirements include an additional research paper that focuses on and develops one of the major themes of the course. (Identical with PLN 584). May be convened with ARCH 484.

ARCH 587 Space: A Social Cultural View (3) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 487. Graduate-level requirements include an additional research paper that focuses on and develops one of the major topics of the course. May be convened with ARCH 487.

ARCH 591 Preceptorship (1-3) [Rpt./]

ARCH 593 Internship (1-4) [Rpt./]

ARCH 596A Readings in Architectural Theory (2-4) I II For a description of course topics see ARCH 496A. May be convened with ARCH 496A.

ARCH 596B Research Methods (3) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 496B. May be convened with ARCH 496B.

ARCH 596D Mediterranean Cities in 15th-16th Centuries: Cairo, Istanbul, Florence & Venice (3) II (Identical with NES 596D, which is home). May be convened with ARCH 496D.

ARCH 596H Issues in Architectural History (3) I II P, graduate standing, ARCH 414 or ARCH 514 or consent of instructor. (Identical with ARH 596H, which is home).

ARCH 596U Interdisciplinary Environment-Behavior-Design (3) [Rpt./ 6 units] II P, consult college before enrolling. (Identical with PSYC 596U, which is home).

ARCH 597A Issues in Architecture (2-6) [Rpt./ 16 units] I II P, open to majors only. (Identical with PLN 597A).

ARCH 597B Special Projects in Architecture (1-3) [Rpt./ 6 units] For a description of course topics see ARCH 497B. May be convened with ARCH 497B.

ARCH 597D Design Development for Architectural Interiors (3) [Rpt./ 6 units] II For a description of course topics see ARCH 497D. Graduate-level requirements include producing individual projects for assignments and responsibility for broader solutions to assigned projects. May be convened with ARCH 497D.

ARCH 597I Interdisciplinary Studio for Community Design (3-6) I For a description of course topics see ARCH 497I. Field Trips. (Identical with LAR 597I, PLN 597I). May be convened with ARCH 497I.

ARCH 599 Independent Study (1-5) [Rpt./]

ARCH 696B Financing Public Services (3) I (Identical with PLN 696B, which is home).

ARCH 900 Research (1-8) [Rpt./] P, none. Fees.

ARCH 909 Master's Report (1-8) [Rpt./] P, none. Fees.

ARCH 910 Thesis (1-8) [Rpt./] P, none. Fees.

ARCH 930 Supplementary Registration (1-9) [Rpt./]

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