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Architecture (ARCH)
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- Please visit our website for d-clearance arch.usc.edu/courses/d-clearance
Introduction to principles and processes; sequence of exercises emphasizing development of basic skills, ideas, and techniques used in the design of simplified architectural projects.
- Note: For ARCH majors only.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11200D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-5:50pm | Mon, Thu | 91 of 98 | Geoffrey Von Oeyen | WAHB10 |
Introduction to the ways architecture is created and understood, for minors and non-majors. Hands-on discussion and laboratory session with some drawing and model building. Not available for credit to architecture majors.
- Note: For non-ARCH majors only.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11202D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 10 of 18 | Susanna Seierup | WAHB7 | ||
11239D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Monday | 10 of 18 | Susanna Seierup | WAHB7 |
Introduction to the ways architecture represents aspirations of culture, satisfies practical and spiritual needs, shapes the social and urban environment, and helps preserve the planet.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11203R | 001 | Lecture | 12:30-1:50pm | Tuesday | 122 of 135 | Geoffrey Von Oeyen,Roland Wahlroos-Ritter,Christina Gray, Rebecca Choi | HAR101 | ||
11208R | 001 | Lab | 12:00-12:50pm | Thursday | 57 of 65 | Geoffrey Von Oeyen,Rebecca Choi,Christina Gray, Roland Wahlroos-Ritter | WAH1 | ||
11222R | 001 | Lab | 1:00-1:50pm | Thursday | 65 of 66 | Geoffrey Von Oeyen,Rebecca Choi,Christina Gray, Roland Wahlroos-Ritter | WAH1 |
Continuing development of principles and processes: sequence of projects selected to broaden awareness of design issues at various scales in the urban context. Prerequisite: 102abL.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 102b
- Note: For ARCH majors only.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11204D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-5:50pm | MWF | 73 of 75 | Laurel Broughton | HAR215 |
Methods for direct observation and recording of the directly experienced built environment through drawing, diagramming, photographing, and writing. Course includes exercises and field experience.
- Note: Please review the syllabus for list of supplies required on the first class meeting. This course will meet in the collaborative classroom on the 1st floor of AHF.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11230D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 18 of 18 | Amy Murphy | AHF145D | PDF (243047 KB) |
The process and communication of building design: physical building shell, systems for structure, enclosure, and space ordering. Prerequisite: CE 106L.
- Prerequisite: CE 106
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11205D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | 6 of 16 | Mina Chow | WAHB12 | PDF (200713 KB) |
Investigation and design of elements and systems for buildingstructures; applied mechanics, strength of materials, structuralinvestigation as a design tool. Recommended preparation: PHYS 125 and MATH 108
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: Register for lecture and one lab This course carries GE credit but it is intended for a specific group of students rather than a general student audience. Both ARCH 213a and 213b are required for GE credit. Architecture majors can obtain D-clearance through the department.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11209D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:20pm | Tue, Thu | 72 of 90 | G G Schierle | HAR101 | ||
11210R | 001 | Lab | 3:30-4:20pm | Thursday | 30 of 30 | G G Schierle | GFS222 | ||
11211R | 001 | Lab | 3:30-4:20pm | Thursday | 30 of 30 | G G Schierle | VKC256 | ||
11213R | 001 | Lab | 3:30-4:20pm | Thursday | 12 of 30 | G G Schierle | VKC258 |
A worldwide perspective of architectural history as a product of social, cultural, religious, and political dimensions, b: 1500 CE to present.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 214a
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: This course carries GE credit but it is intended for a specific group of students rather than a general student audience. Both ARCH 214a and 214b are required for GE credit. Architecture majors can obtain D-clearance through the department.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11214D | 001 | Lecture | 4:30-5:50pm | Tue, Thu | 72 of 100 | Susanna Seierup | HAR101 |
Ideas, problems, and computations related to the design of buildings in response to the thermal and atmospheric environment; passive solar systems, mechanical control systems.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11215D | 001 | Lecture | 9:30-10:50am | Tue, Thu | 77 of 105 | Marc Schiler | HAR101 | PDF (677137 KB) |
The architect's sketchbook as a portable laboratory for perceivingand documenting space introduces the study of the builtenvironment. On-site sessions develop drawing, observation, and visualization skills.
- Note: The course will meet in Verle Annis Gallery (Harris Hall Courtyard).
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11302R | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Friday | 9 of 15 | Graeme Morland,Miller Fong | |||
11303R | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Friday | 5 of 10 | Miller Fong |
An intensive historical overview of architecture from prehistory to the present, emphasizing interrelationships of various global cultures and how social considerations were translated into form. Not available for credit to architecture majors.
- Note: For non-ARCH majors only.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11219R | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-8:20pm | Tue, Thu | 14 of 20 | Victoria Behner | HAR102 |
The design of a building as a complex of interacting systems; relations of subsystems; influences of production and marketing on design.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 205B
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11220D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-3:50pm | Tue, Thu | 9 of 16 | Tigran Ayrapetyan | HAR115A |
Investigation of issues, processes, and roles of individuals, groups and communities in relation to present and future shelter needs and aspirations.
- Diversity: This course satisfies the university's diversity requirement.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11275R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Friday | 16 of 16 | Lauren Matchison | WAH212 |
Problems and processes of design of building structures; structural investigation for design; codes and standards; design of elements and systems of wood, steel, masonry, and concrete for gravity and lateral loads.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 213A
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11224D | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:20pm | Tue, Thu | 79 of 110 | Jeff Guh | HAR101 |
Examination of the buildings, issues and images, the polemics and personalities that are animating current architectural discourse and practice.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 214b
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11225D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 90 of 110 | Vittoria Di Palma | MHP101 |
(Study abroad programs only) Study of the relationships between places and culture through readings, lectures, discussion and weekly field trips.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11372D | 915 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 17 of 18 | Sophia Gruzdys, Kim Coleman | OFFICE | ||
11379D | 861 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 16 of 16 | Yo-Ichiro Hakomori | OFFICE |
Survey of opportunities, specializations, and professions related to architecture provides a resource for professional growth for architecture majors, and introduction to the field for non-majors.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11400R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Friday | 18 of 45 | Douglas Noble | WAHB7 |
Selected areas of specialization; three projects chosen with advisement from a variety of studio offerings that concentrate on different areas of vital concern.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 302B
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11367D | 915 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 17 of 18 | Kim Coleman | OFFICE | ||
11377D | 861 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 16 of 16 | Yo-Ichiro Hakomori | OFFICE | ||
11234D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-5:50pm | MWF | 39 of 39 | Gary Paige | HAR115A |
Selected areas of specialization; three projects chosen with advisement from a variety of studio offerings that concentrate on different areas of vital concern.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 402A
- Note: For ARCH majors only.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11236D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-5:50pm | MWF | 4 of 4 | Gary Paige | HAR115A |
Emphasis on developing advanced urban spatial design solutions set within contemporary urban conditions, with a particular emphasis on ecology, public space, neighborhoods and districts. Prerequisite: Arch 303.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 303
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11403D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-12:20pm | Tuesday | 12 of 13 | Jennifer Siegal | WAHB7 |
Design of building systems as an experimental process. Prerequisite: 305abL.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 305b
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11241D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-10:50am | Mon, Wed | 10 of 10 | Michael Ellars | WAHB7 |
Offered for particular geographic areas of study. Required prerequisite for all full semester undergraduate global programs. Also intended for general interest in focused study on particular geographic area.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11373D | 915 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 17 of 18 | Kim Coleman,Sophia Gruzdys | OFFICE | ||
11380D | 861 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 16 of 16 | Yo-Ichiro Hakomori | OFFICE | ||
11430D | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-8:20pm | Monday | 8 of 25 | Olivier Touraine | HAR102 |
Investigation of computer graphic applications, emphasizing the role of computers in helping designers create and communicate using color (rendering), form (modeling), and time (animation) and the implications of future technological advancements. Prerequisite: ARCH 207.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 207
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11242D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Friday | 13 of 24 | Justin Brechtel | WPHB36 |
Introduction to basic architectural design principles for problem solving scenarios; foundational architectural design course for systematic thinking.
- Note: This course is for incoming M.Arch. +3 students only. Course meetings will be: August 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11409D | 727 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 36 of 40 | Lisa Little, Alvin Huang,Scott Uriu,Hadrian Predock | OFFICE |
To explore the potential of computer-integrated design software; to develop techniques for critical analysis of architectural precedents; to expand the ability to visualize options; to expand perception; and to learn the basics of computer-integrated design.
- Note: This course will meet all day on August 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11410D | 722 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 95 of 105 | Biayna Bogosian,Jose Sanchez,Brendan Shea, Yaohua Wang | OFFICE |
Focus on one aspect of world history and theory to develop deeper understanding of architecture and urbanism. Topics vary from year to year, may be repeated for credit if subject matter is different.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11313D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 12 of 22 | Vittoria Di Palma | WAH212 |
Perceiving and documenting the built environment through the perspective and frame of the digital camera. Mastering the basic principles of the digital image though an understanding of frame, light, exposure, color correction, and printing output.
- Note: Students must provide their own single lens reflex digital camera.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11244R | 001 | Lecture | 3:30-5:20pm | Thursday | 14 of 16 | Michael Arden | PDF (784589 KB) | ||
11248D | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-8:20pm | Thursday | 17 of 17 | Michael Arden | PDF (784589 KB) |
See how light alters the visual impact of architectural forms; master high-resolution images both with film and digital; become a professional image developer/processor utilizing photographic software.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11249R | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 10:00-12:50pm | Friday | 4 of 15 | Michael Arden | PDF (1760896 MB) |
Field studies using direct observation, site recordings/documentation, analysis and evaluation supplemented by discussions and readings in architecture. Departmental approval. Recommended preparation: core curriculum
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11374D | 915 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 17 of 18 | Kim Coleman,Sophia Gruzdys | OFFICE | ||
11381D | 861 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 16 of 16 | Yo-Ichiro Hakomori | OFFICE |
Field studies using direct observation, site recordings/documentation, analysis and evaluation supplemented by discussions and readings in urbanism. Departmental approval. Recommended preparation: core curriculum
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11375D | 915 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 17 of 18 | Kim Coleman,Sophia Gruzdys | OFFICE | ||
11382D | 861 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 16 of 16 | Yo-Ichiro Hakomori | OFFICE |
Field studies using direct observation, site recordings/documentation, analysis and evaluation supplemented by discussions and readings in tectonics. Departmental approval. Recommended preparation: core curriculum
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11376D | 915 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 17 of 18 | Kim Coleman | OFFICE | ||
11383D | 861 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 16 of 16 | Yo-Ichiro Hakomori | OFFICE |
Introductory media workshop for new landscape architecture students in the 3-year graduate program. Topics include: hand drawing, measuring, architectural drawings, computer software tutorials, and field trips.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Landscape Architecture
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Architecture
- Note: For Fall 2016 incoming MLA students only. The course will meet on August 13, 15, 17, 19, 20.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11439D | 722 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 18 of 19 | Sarah Cowles | OFFICE |
A seminar on architectural history from Alberti to Scott, reviewing primary texts and subsequent criticisms.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11254D | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-8:30pm | Tuesday | 16 of 25 | Diane Ghirardo | WAH212 |
Methods for studying patterns of spatial differentiation of women throughout history from home to city, embodied in gender specific language and gendered spaces.
- Diversity: This course satisfies the university's diversity requirement.
- Note: (Class meets diversity requirment)
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11256D | 001 | Lecture | 12:30-3:20pm | Tuesday | 22 of 24 | Diane Ghirardo | WAH212 |
An investigation into 20th century furniture design and its relationships to architecture, art and design.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11351R | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 3:00-5:50pm | Thursday | 15 of 15 | John Uniack | HAR102 | Word (257024 KB) | |
11358R | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 3:30-6:20pm | Tuesday | 15 of 15 | Ronald Mitchell | WAH212 | Word (257024 KB) |
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11271D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 2 | Douglas Noble | OFFICE | ||
11276D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 2 | Michael Arden | OFFICE | ||
11277D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Lauren Matchison | OFFICE |
Selected topics in various specialty areas of architecture.
- Note: The course will meet in Verle Annis Gallery (Harris Hall Courtyard).
Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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Architectural Drawing | ||||||||||
11499D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Friday | 8 of 10 | Anthony Laney |
Selected areas of specialization; projects chosen from a variety of studio offerings, all with an emphasis on the comprehensive design of buildings. Prerequisite: 402abL. Corequisite: ARCH 501.
- Prerequisite: (ARCH 402a and ARCH 402b)
- Corequisite: ARCH 501
- Note: Substitution for previously required ARCH 402cL.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11238D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-5:50pm | MWF | 77 of 77 | Roland Wahlroos-Ritter | WAH207 |
Seminar supporting the research, development, and writing of Degree Project Paper provides a comprehensive base of information for the final Bachelor of Architecture studio.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 402b
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11207D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 11:00-12:50pm | Friday | 77 of 77 | Doris Sung | OFFICE |
A general introduction to architectural principles, intended to develop design and critical thinking skills and proficiency to communicate those ideas effectively. Open to graduate architecture majors only.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Architecture
- Note: For 1st year M.Arch. 3 students only.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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Themes | |||||||||
11278D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-5:50pm | MWF | 36 of 36 | Eric Haas | WAH209 |
Fundamental theories and meanings of computation as a technique in architectural design.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11408D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Monday | 21 of 27 | Karen Kensek | WPHB36 | PDF (698004 KB) |
Studies of construction system development within the architectural design context; processes and issues of selection, evaluation, optimization, integration, design control, and innovation, Departmental approval.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11309D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-12:20pm | Friday | 37 of 42 | Eric Nulman,Rob Berry,Stephen Deters | WAH1 | ||
11397D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 4:30-7:50pm | Thursday | 43 of 50 | Tigran Ayrapetyan | VKC150 | ||
11283D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 6:40-10:00pm | Monday | 25 of 40 | Chris Lampert | RTH109 | ||
11288D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 6:40-10:00pm | Monday | 1 of 2 | Chris Lampert | DEN@Viterbi |
Issues and problems in the development of structural systems for buildings; design criteria, system choice, design development, optimization, subsystem integration. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11284D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 4:00-7:50pm | Tuesday | 11 of 32 | G G Schierle | WAH1 |
A historical survey of global architecture, analyzed as a product of social, cultural, religious and political forces.a: 4500 BCE to 1500 CE; b: 1500 CE to present.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11330D | 001 | Lecture | 10:30-11:50am | Mon, Wed | 25 of 35 | Kenneth Breisch | HAR102 | PDF (139888 KB) |
A compressed course in design criteria and calculation methods for mechanical and passive solar systems (loads, plant system, duct, and storage sizing) and lighting and acoustics (CIE and IES methods, dBA and NC systems). Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11285D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 6:30-9:50pm | Thursday | 19 of 35 | Joon-Ho Choi | HAR101 |
Methodologies and exercises on contextual design and environmentally sound technologies (EST's) applications for the sustainability of urban infrastructures, operative landscapes, and building integration in the urban system.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11356D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-10:50am | Thursday | 25 of 28 | Kyle Konis | WAH1 |
a. Introduction to behavior and analysis of building structures. Structural loading, materials, and element types will be explored to understand the basic building blocks of buildings. b. Investigation and design of building structural systems for gravity, wind and seismic loading. Comprehensive design exploration of framing type, materials, detailing, layout, form and integration. Recommended preparation: One-semester college-level course in physics or calculus.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11522D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-3:20pm | Tue, Thu | 1 of 1 | G G Schierle | OFFICE |
a. Introduction to behavior and analysis of building structures. Structural loading, materials, and element types will be explored to understand the basic building blocks of buildings. b. Investigation and design of building structural systems for gravity, wind and seismic loading. Comprehensive design exploration of framing type, materials, detailing, layout, form and integration. Recommended preparation: One-semester college-level course in physics or calculus.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 523a
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11523D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:30-10:50am | Tue, Thu | 36 of 42 | Anders Carlson | WPH102 |
Comparative studies of professional practice between U.S. firms and firms in other countries. Open to international upper-division undergraduate and graduate architecture students only. Graded CR/NC.
- Restriction: Registration closed to the following class level(s): Freshmen, Sophomore
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Architecture
- Note: For students participating in CPT only.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11286D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 14 of 20 | Olivier Touraine | TBA | ||
11287D | 731 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Olivier Touraine | OFFICE |
Design methodology, typology programming, site analysis, budget formulation and pro-forma procedures. Office management, emphasizing professional service and professional ethics as well as project management focusing on the architect's responsibilities during construction. Prerequisites: ARCH-500a or ARCH-605b.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (ARCH 500a or ARCH 605b)
- Note: Lecture on Fridays in Harris 101. Lab on Wednesdays in WPH B36. For M.Arch students only.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11412D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 35 of 35 | Michael Hricak, | HAR101 | PDF (185131 KB) | |
10:00-11:50am | Wednesday | Karen Kensek | WPHB36 | ||||||
11413D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 36 of 36 | Michael Hricak, | HAR101 | PDF (185131 KB) | |
12:00-1:50pm | Wednesday | Karen Kensek | WPHB36 |
An exploration of the various elements and stages of the housing development process. Recommended preparation: a preliminary understanding of real estate or housing.
- Note: Recommended preparation: Completion of ARCH 302A and/or preliminary understanding of real estate or housing.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11307D | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-8:30pm | Monday | 24 of 24 | John Mutlow | WAH212 |
Introduction to the principles and ethics, scope and activities, and types of organization for landscape architecture practice.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11226D | 001 | Lecture | 8:30-10:20am | Wednesday | 21 of 25 | Esther Margulies | WAH212 | PDF (196046 KB) |
Lectures, laboratory exercises and field trips introducing basic knowledge of the continually transforming landscape as a base for human settlement.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11428R | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-7:50pm | Thursday | 27 of 40 | Travis Longcore | ZHS163 | PDF (280240 KB) |
Development of methods and skills for the study of landscape architecture design and for project presentation, including natural resource and urban mapping.
- Note: Course is open only to 1st semester MLA +3 students.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11227D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Thursday | 15 of 16 | Sarah Cowles | WAHB7 |
Projects on urban sites with emphasis on cultural and ecological purpose and on urban place and form; use of traditional and digital media.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11223D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:00-5:50pm | Mon, Fri | 8 of 9 | Kelly Majewski,Christopher Torres | OFFICE | PDF (736596 KB) | |
11228D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:00-5:50pm | Mon, Fri | 7 of 9 | Kathy Harvey | OFFICE |
Project strategies for urban infrastructure repair and intervention, phasing, and design of initial catalytic projects.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 541B
- Note: Students meet on 3rd floor of Watt Hall (in Landscape Corner).
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11291D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:00-5:50pm | Mon, Fri | 12 of 13 | Kelly Shannon,Dima Rachid | OFFICE |
Projects are examined as incremental interventions in the formation and qualities of the evolving urban landscape. Case studies are explored to understand purposes, typologies, catalytic capacities, and strategies for urban landscape design.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11323D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-5:50pm | Tue, Thu | 14 of 15 | Esther Margulies | HAR115A | PDF (339072 KB) |
Concepts and strategies for conservation of significant elements of the built environment: buildings, sites and communities as revealed by readings, site visits, and case studies.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11295R | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-9:20pm | Monday | 15 of 20 | Jay Platt | ZHS360 |
Survey of basic guidelines and standards for documentation in historic preservation, including cultural resource surveys, historic structures reports and Historic American Building Survey and Historic American Engineering Record recordation.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11310R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 13 of 15 | Kathryn Horak | HAR102 | PDF (221518 KB) |
History of American architecture and urbanism from prehistory to World War II examined in relation to European influences and indigenous developments.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11312R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 23 of 26 | Kenneth Breisch | WAH1 | PDF (146378 KB) |
Trans-disciplinary intensive reading and discussion course related to issues in contemporary heritage conservation.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 549
- Note: Course will meet in Watt Hall 324.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11369D | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-6:50pm | Tuesday | 4 of 6 | Trudi Sandmeier | OFFICE |
Analysis of the intersection between green building and historic resources with an emphasis on stewardship and sustainability.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11363R | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Friday | 20 of 24 | John Lesak | HAR102 | PDF (468529 KB) |
Examines urbanism through case studies in theory and design to understand the impacts of globalization, technology, and sustainability on the contemporary city.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11482D | 732 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Wed, Fri | 92 of 105 | Andrew Liang | ZHS159 |
Architectural themes and case studies focusing on the the design and development of architecture, from the industrial city to today.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11480D | 731 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Wed, Fri | 91 of 105 | John Dutton | ZHS159 |
Comparative analysis and appreciation of landscape architecture as a manifestation of nature, society, and design. Topics and world regions vary from year to year; may be repeated for credit when subject matter is different.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11370D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:50pm | Tuesday | 24 of 24 | Vinayak Bharne | HAR115A |
A dynamic and topical supplement that provides critical content in the form of a post-mid review workshop and series of debates led by distinguished guests.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Landscape Architecture, Planning/Landscape Architecture
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Architecture
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11568R | 001 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 33 of 52 | Kelly Shannon | OFFICE |
Course outlines the building design and its performance diagnostic processes required to assure indoor environmental quality and the building occupants environmental health, productivity, and physiological comfort.
- Note: This course will meet on the SE/MBS corner of the 3rd floor of Watt Hall.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11354R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 9 of 15 | Joon-Ho Choi | OFFICE |
The physics, technical knowledge, professional knowledge, design, and documentation processes used in architectural lighting design, including first principles, manual calculations and computer simulations..
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11360D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 4:00-7:30pm | Tuesday | 10 of 15 | Kris Sandheinrich | WAHB7 | ||
11361D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:30-3:50pm | Thursday | 14 of 15 | Lauren Dandridge | WAHB7 |
A practical introduction to digital fabrication. Covered topics include 3D surface milling, thermoforming, materials, casting and shop technology as applied to repeatable surfaces in architecture.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11352D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:00-2:50pm | Thursday | 13 of 13 | Ronald Mitchell | WAH212 |
Investigating visual stories as an active tool to critically explore and express design ideas; positions social media and crowdfunding as a foundation for creative action. Not open to Freshmen and Sophomores.
- Restriction: Registration closed to the following class level(s): Freshmen, Sophomore
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11366D | 211 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 22 of 23 | Lee Schneider | ONLINE | PDF (165063 KB) |
Provides hands-on prototyping experience with environmental sensing, actuation, and embedded computing technologies.
- Restriction: Registration closed to the following class level(s): Freshmen, Sophomore
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11353D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 28 of 29 | Kyle Konis | WAH1 |
Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11294D | 001 | 1.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 2 | Lauren Dandridge | OFFICE | ||
11297D | 001 | 1.0-12.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Joon-Ho Choi | OFFICE | ||
11298D | 001 | 1.0-12.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Alvin Huang | OFFICE | ||
11299D | 001 | 1.0-12.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Douglas Noble | OFFICE | ||
11300D | 001 | 1.0-12.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 2 | Michael Arden | OFFICE | ||
11316D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Trudi Sandmeier | OFFICE |
Exploration of topics leading to development of a thesis prospectus. Topics may be in the areas of building structures, seismic design, environmental control, passive and active energy, or other relevant topics. Graded CR/NC.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11326D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | 14 of 14 | Marc Schiler | OFFICE | PDF (450745 KB) |
Selected topics in various speciality areas of architecture.
Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11355D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 6:30-9:20pm | Wednesday | 17 of 24 | Charles Lagreco,Gary Paige | HAR115A | PDF (557937 KB) | |
Urban Occupation | ||||||||||
11365D | 001 | 3.0 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Monday | 13 of 14 | Lorcan Oherlihy | WAH1 |
a: Principles of structural (seismic/wind and gravity), HVAC, building envelope, access/egress, building service systems; and sustainable strategies critically integrated through tectonic performative goals. . Prerequisite: ARCH-505b. Open only to Architecture majors.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 505b
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Architecture
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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Integration | |||||||||
11328D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-5:50pm | MWF | 92 of 98 | Selwyn Ting | WAH200 |
Design criteria development, material and construction process methods, occupancy based load profiles, performance/material life-cycle-mandates, durability for advanced building systems including integrity in sustainable urban systems.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11500D | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-9:50pm | Monday | 64 of 80 | Gary Paige,Michael Hricak | HAR101 |
Learn and practice the process by which a landscape design is assembled through materials systems and design documentation.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11253D | 001 | Lecture | 8:30-9:50am | Tue, Thu | 11 of 12 | Esther Margulies | HAR115A | PDF (217133 KB) |
Fully integrated landscape place design; reclamation sites at significant urban or natural locations.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 542B
- Note: Students meet on 3rd floor of Watt Hall (Landscape Corner).
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11304D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:00-5:50pm | Mon, Fri | 12 of 24 | Sarah Cowles | OFFICE | ||
11308D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:00-5:50pm | Mon, Fri | 11 of 11 | Peter Culley | OFFICE |
Introduction to, and exploration of, topics leading to the development of a thesis prospectus and directed research towards the completion of the master's thesis in heritage conservation. Credit on acceptance of thesis. Registration restricted to Master of Heritage Conservation and Historic Preservation students who have satisfactorily completed 12 hours of graduate course work and have permission of the Program Director. Graded IP/CR/NC.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 691a
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Heritage Conservation, Historic Preservation
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11334D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 4 | Trudi Sandmeier | OFFICE |
Introduction to, and exploration of, topics leading to the development of a thesis prospectus and directed research towards the completion of the master's thesis in heritage conservation. Credit on acceptance of thesis. Registration restricted to Master of Heritage Conservation and Historic Preservation students who have satisfactorily completed 12 hours of graduate course work and have permission of the Program Director. Graded IP/CR/NC.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 691b
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Heritage Conservation, Historic Preservation
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11335D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 8 of 12 | Trudi Sandmeier | OFFICE |
Research and thesis for the Master of Building Science degree. Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11336D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-5:50pm | MWF | 12 of 22 | Douglas Noble | OFFICE |
Research and thesis for the Master of Building Science degree. Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 692B
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11338D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | OFFICE |
Advanced topical investigations emphasizing diverse areas of specialization. Projects will be faculty-led research investigations that concentrate on diverse areas of vital concern. Prerequisite: ARCH 605bL or ARCH 702L. Open only to Architecture majors.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (ARCH 605b or ARCH 702)
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Architecture
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11329D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-5:50pm | MWF | 56 of 58 | Warren Techentin | OFFICE |
Directed Design Research option for graduate level architecture degree. Credit on acceptance of research project. Prerequisite: ARCH 605bL or ARCH 702L. Open only to Architecture majors. Graded IP/CR/NC.
- Prerequisite: 1 from (ARCH 605b or ARCH 702)
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Architecture
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11327D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:30-1:50pm | Monday | 72 of 73 | Wesley Jones | WAH1 | PDF (101100 KB) |
Directed Design Research option for graduate level architecture degree. Credit on acceptance of research project. Open only to Architecture majors. Graded IP/CR/NC.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 793a
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Architecture
- Note: Substitution for previously required ARCH 693b.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11240D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-5:50pm | MWF | 0 of 1 | OFFICE |
Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 794D
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11348D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 4 | Douglas Noble | OFFICE |