Architectural Design

This course will explore the study of special relevant topics in the profession of design. This course includes discussion of the fields of Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Sustainable Planning and other related design professions. Topics may include, type of education and skills necessary, the specialties of each profession, what it takes to become a licensed practitioner, and might be seen as the future of these professions.

This course will review the built form of architecture and urban design from various cultures and civilizations throughout history. Specific periods of study include the Ancient World, the Medieval Period, the Renaissance and Modern Times. Historical events along with developments in architecture of non-western civilizations that have shaped philosophies, cultures and civilizations will also be discussed. Same as course as HUM 201. Satisfies TMCC Diversity requirement.

This course introduces students to the understanding and applying of technical, graphical and computational exercises in site design and topographical shaping. Introduction to sustainable site design and best management practices.

This course introduces students to the evolution and application of contemporary land use planning in the United States, emphasizing the four primary tools of development regulation: comprehensive planning, zoning, subdivision regulation, and capital improvement programming.

This course will review the built form of architecture and urban design from various cultures and civilizations throughout history. Specific periods of study include the Ancient World, the Medieval Period, the Renaissance and Modern Times. Historical events along with developments in architecture of non-western civilizations that have shaped philosophies, cultures and civilizations will also be discussed. Same as course as HUM 201. Satisfies TMCC Diversity requirement.

This class will include the analysis of assembling and detailing for construction in the field of architecture and understanding of the reading and interpretation of representative construction prints. Techniques for the production of construction details will be discussed, demonstrated, and applied.

Introduces the concepts of natural systems and their influence on human activity and the living environment. Reviews the historical context and cultural adaptations and introduces the basic management and use of the natural systems. Reviews natural, biological, cultural and design management philosophies.

This course explores the elements, principles, and theories of design as applied to projects in various analog and digital media. It emphasizes the integration of design principles with the properties of wood, concrete, steel, glass, masonry, and other construction materials. Consideration of environmental and climatic conditions and determinants is also discussed.

This course explores the elements, principles, and theories of design as applied to projects in various analog and digital media. It emphasizes the integration of design principles with the properties of wood, concrete, steel, glass, masonry, and other construction materials. Consideration of environmental and climatic conditions and determinants is also discussed.

Thesis studio is the culminating design studio for all 5th-year seniors completing the Bachelor of Architecture. Under the supervision of faculty members, students will investigate an architectural thesis generated in Thesis Research. This final body of work will provide students with an opportunity to focus and produce a personal architectural response. Completing this course and submitting a final degree project will be required to graduate.