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Architecture (ARCH)
- http://arch.usc.edu/
- D class assignments available; Email: archadvs@usc.edu; URL: https://arch.usc.edu/d-clearance.
- D class assignments for undergraduates available; Email: archadvs@usc.edu.
Immersive, project-based architecture thinking, drawing, building, and making course, which includes aspects of professional development and college readiness. (Not available for major or minor credit.)
- Restriction: Registration closed to the following class level(s): Freshmen, Junior, Senior, Sophomore
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11500D | 850 | Lecture-Lab | 8:00-11:00am | MTuWThF | 15 of 15 | Tobi Ashiru, Lauren Matchison | HAR125 |
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 | 97 of 103 | Teddy Slowik | 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 | 1:00-2:50pm | Friday | 13 of 16 | Tobi Ashiru | HAR115A | ||
11239D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-10:40am | Monday | 13 of 16 | Valery Augustin | HAR115A |
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 | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 104 of 150 | Geoffrey von Oeyen | HAR101 | ||
11208R | 001 | Lab | 9:00-9:50am | Friday | 104 of 150 | Geoffrey von Oeyen | HAR101 |
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 | 93 of 93 | Rob Berry,Scott Uriu | 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.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11230D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-12:50pm | Friday | 9 of 12 | Lee Olvera | HAR115A |
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 | 90 of 93 | Bhavna Sharma | HAR101 | ||
11210R | 001 | Lab | 3:30-4:20pm | Thursday | 87 of 93 | Bhavna Sharma | HAR101 |
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 | 4:30-6:20pm | Tue, Thu | 97 of 100 | Erik Carver | 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 | 88 of 90 | Anthony Brower | HAR101 |
A design-based exploration of the scale of the human body and how it informs, interferes or interacts with furniture, goods, fixtures and furnishings.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 109
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Architecture and Inventive Technologies
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11391D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-5:50pm | Mon, Fri | 9 of 9 | Lee Olvera | WAH200 |
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.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11302R | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 10 of 12 | Miller Fong | Word (23567 KB) |
Special integrative year including design issues relating to housing.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 202B
- Note: For ARCH majors only.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11218D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-5:50pm | MWF | 83 of 83 | Amy Murphy,Warren Techentin | WAH207 |
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 | 4 of 12 | Victoria Behner | WAH212 | PDF (270227 KB) |
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 | 4:00-5:50pm | Mon, Wed | 8 of 8 | David Gerber | OFFICE |
Exploration of digital tools with an emphasis on building information modeling (BIM), parametric modeling, and interoperability including special topics in Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) and sustainable design. Recommended preparation: basic computer skills.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11305R | 001 | Lecture | 12:30-1:50pm | Tue, Thu | 22 of 30 | Karen Kensek | WPHB36 |
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 | 89 of 90 | 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 | 87 of 90 | Ginger Nolan | GFS106 | ||
11221R | 001 | Discussion | TBA | TBA | 19 of 23 | Carrie Gammell | OFFICE | ||
11222R | 001 | Discussion | TBA | TBA | 23 of 23 | Jose Monge | OFFICE | ||
11228R | 001 | Discussion | TBA | TBA | 22 of 23 | Carrie Gammell | OFFICE | ||
11231R | 001 | Discussion | TBA | TBA | 23 of 23 | Jose Monge | OFFICE |
(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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11379D | 861 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 20 of 20 | Gary Paige | 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 | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 21 of 24 | Douglas Noble | HAR102 |
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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11377D | 861 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 20 of 20 | Gary Paige | OFFICE | ||
11234D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-5:50pm | Mon, Fri | 43 of 43 | Dora Chi | OFFICE & ONLINE | ||
2:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | ONLINE |
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 14 | Olivier Touraine | HAR102 |
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 | Tue, Thu | 9 of 9 | Tigran Ayrapetyan | HAR115A |
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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11380D | 861 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 20 of 20 | Gary Paige,Eui-Sung Yi | OFFICE | ||
11430D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 21 of 21 | John Dutton,Sophia Gruzdys | HAR115A | ||
11432D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 18 of 18 | Marcos Sanchez | HAR102 |
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.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11410D | 727 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | MTuWThF | 38 of 38 | Sarah Hammond | HAR101 | ||
11411D | 727 | Lecture | 3:00-6:00pm | MTuWThF | 24 of 21 | Matthew Conway | HAR125 |
An exploratory study of fundamental and innovative visual communication principles and graphic expression techniques to facilitate the design enquiry process for architects.
- 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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11322D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 10:00-12:20pm | Tuesday | 14 of 15 | Hadrian Predock |
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 | 13 of 14 | Stephen Schafer | WAHB2 | PDF (606894 KB) | |
11248R | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-7:50pm | Thursday | 9 of 12 | Stephen Schafer | WAHB2 | PDF (606894 KB) |
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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11381D | 861 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 20 of 20 | Gary Paige,Eui-Sung Yi | 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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11382D | 861 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 20 of 20 | Takako Tajima,Eui-Sung Yi | 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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11383D | 861 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 20 of 20 | Gary Paige | OFFICE |
Introductory field studies and media workshop for new landscape architecture students. Topics include: regional ecology, field drawing, measured drawings, computer software (Adobe Creative Suite, Autocad, Rhinoceros, GIS).
- 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
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11439D | 722 | Lecture-Lab | 10:00-2:30pm | MTuWThF | 9 of 9 | Xun Liu | PDF (120048 KB) |
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 requirement.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11256R | 060 | Lecture | 12:30-3:20pm | Tuesday | 12 of 20 | Diane Ghirardo | ONLINE |
Introduction to methods of inquiry, research framework, and scholarly writing necessary to develop a comprehensive foundation for the Architectural Studies Capstone (ARCH 470b)
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Architectural Studies
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior
- 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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11385D | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-1:50pm | Monday | 5 of 5 | Lee Olvera | OFFICE |
Modeled after Renaissance Salons, this "flipped classroom" course relies on lectures by luminaries and discussions as a means to interrogate the role of the architect.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11268R | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-12:50pm | Friday | 16 of 40 | Erin Kasimow | HAR101 | ||
12:00-12:50pm | Monday | 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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11351D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 3:30-6:20pm | Thursday | 16 of 16 | R Mitchell | WAH212 | ||
11358D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 3:30-6:20pm | Tuesday | 13 of 14 | R Mitchell | WAH212 |
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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11269D | 001 | 1.0-3.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Isaac Brown | OFFICE | ||
11271D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Alexander Robinson | OFFICE |
Selected topics in various specialty areas of architecture.
Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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Exterior Architectural Light and its Effect on Community and Nature | ||||||||||
11444R | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Tuesday | 6 of 12 | Lauren Dandridge | OFFICE |
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 | 66 of 66 | Yo-Ichiro Hakomori | HAR205 |
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 | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 67 of 67 | Eric Haas | WAHB1 |
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 | 28 of 28 | Ryan Tyler Martinez | WAH209 |
Overview of multiple fabrication, manufacturing, and construction techniques used in the production of architecture, furniture and industrial design.
- 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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11573D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | 17 of 17 | Robert Ley | WAH212 |
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 | 8:30-9:50am | Mon, Wed | 39 of 42 | Bhavna Sharma, Wesley Jones | WAHB1 | ||
11283D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 12:00-3:20pm | Thursday | 12 of 12 | Tigran Ayrapetyan | WAH212 |
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 | 1:30-4:50pm | Tuesday | 9 of 16 | Santosh Shahi | HAR115A |
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 | 8:30-9:50am | Tue, Thu | 16 of 24 | Giulia Amoresano | WAHB1 | PDF (117997 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 | 9 of 16 | Kyle Konis | WAHB1 |
Critical studies in building science ranging from sustainability, lighting, acoustics, materials and methods, structures, energy issues, digital media, and fabrication. Students focus on minimum of two topics.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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Reconstructions and Projections | |||||||||
11503D | 255 | Lecture | 12:00-12:50pm | Monday | 15 of 17 | Brian Deluna | |||
12:00-1:50pm | Wednesday | ||||||||
Drawing Architecture | |||||||||
11505R | 258 | Lecture | 12:00-12:50pm | Monday | 10 of 14 | Vlanka Catalan | |||
12:00-1:50pm | Wednesday | ||||||||
Super Chunks | |||||||||
11507R | 263 | Lecture | 10:00-12:50pm | Thursday | 11 of 14 | Teddy Slowik |
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 | 1:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 30 of 36 | Soheil Mohammadi | HAR125 | PDF (251565 KB) |
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 | 2 of 20 | Charles Lagreco | TBA | Word (28731 KB) |
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.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11412D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 56 of 59 | Karen Kensek, | THH202 | ||
10:00-11:50am | Wednesday | Michael Hricak | WAHB1 |
Applications and precedents for the architect interested in designing multi-family housing. Review of the sources of modern housing types, the impact of building codes and technology on the form and construction of housing, and study of housing densities, comparative analysis of multi-family residential patterns. Major emphasis on critical knowledge of historic housing typologies as they are applied to site conditions and groupings, building form, section, organization, and the design of individual dwellings. Recommended preparation: two years of undergraduate architectural studies.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11528D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Thursday | 21 of 21 | Frances Anderton | HAR102 |
Principles and concepts of plant ecology and regional plant identification; introduction to California native plant species and communities with field trips and case studies.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11467D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Monday | 21 of 21 | Isaac Brown | WAH212 | PDF (316047 KB) |
Principles of planting design for landscape architecture focusing on form/space and sustainable performance. Planting design strategies for improved planetary health and resilience.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 537
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11469D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-3:50pm | Thursday | 6 of 12 | Sally Reynolds | OFFICE | PDF (825011 KB) |
Development of methods and skills for the study of landscape architecture design and for project presentation, including natural resource and urban mapping.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Landscape Architecture, Planning/Landscape Architecture
- Note: Course is only open to 1st semester MLA 3 students.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11227D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 10:00-12:50pm | Tuesday | 9 of 9 | Aroussiak Gabrielian | OFFICE |
Exploration of emerging techniques for landscape architecture study, presentation and documentation; topics may vary each semester; may be repeated for credit when subject matter is different.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11470D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-3:50pm | Tuesday | 10 of 12 | Aroussiak Gabrielian | OFFICE |
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 | 1:00-5:50pm | Mon, Fri | 9 of 9 | Sarah Swanseen | OFFICE | PDF (946157 KB) | |
1:00-2:50pm | Wednesday | 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 | 1:00-5:50pm | Mon, Fri | 5 of 5 | Jessica Henson | OFFICE | ||
4:00-5:50pm | Wednesday | OFFICE |
Cities predominantly in the Global South are studied in relationship to landscape systems. Focus on historic and future urbanization at the interface of natural systems and climate dynamics.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11323D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Thursday | 4 of 12 | Peter Ekman | OFFICE |
A broad range of developing urban landscape conditions and issues, both domestic and global, are given focused attention.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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Test Plot | |||||||||
11233R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Tuesday | 7 of 12 | Alexander Robinson | OFFICE | PDF (257522 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 | 10 of 12 | Jay Platt | KAP159 |
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.
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11310R | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 10 of 12 | Kathryn Horak | OFFICE | PDF (338731 KB) |
History of American architecture and urbanism from prehistory to World War II examined in relation to European influences and indigenous developments.
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11312R | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 9 of 12 | Erik Carver |
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 | 4:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 8 of 12 | Trudi Sandmeier | OFFICE |
Analysis of the intersection between green building and historic resources with an emphasis on stewardship and sustainability.
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11363D | 001 | Lecture | 8:00-9:50am | Friday | 26 of 28 | John Lesak | HAR102 | PDF (340989 KB) |
Concepts and strategies for urban design and placekeeping for heritage conservation as revealed by exercises, site visits and case studies.
- Note: This course is for Master of Heritage Conservation students or those without any architectural design background.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11368D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-8:50pm | Thursday | 8 of 12 | Vinayak Bharne | HAR115A |
A seminar on architectural history from Alberti to Scott, reviewing primary texts and subsequent criticisms.
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11560R | 060 | Lecture | 9:30-11:20am | Tuesday | 5 of 24 | Diane Ghirardo | ONLINE |
Architectural themes and case studies focusing on 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 | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:10pm | Tuesday | 36 of 40 | Faiza Moatasim | WAHB1 | ||
11477R | 001 | Discussion | 12:20-1:00pm | Tuesday | 20 of 20 | Faiza Moatasim | HAR115A | ||
11478R | 001 | Discussion | 12:20-1:00pm | Tuesday | 16 of 20 | Shane Reiner-Roth | WAHB1 |
Introduction to the history, methods, and cases of descriptive and computational geometry impacting representational, modeling, and historically significant paradigms of architectural design. Introduces a range of geometric first principles, technologies and techniques through contemporary design tools.
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11481D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-11:50am | Friday | 66 of 75 | Soomeen Hahm | ZHS252 |
Understanding of the global history of landscape design in relation to social, political, religious, environmental and aesthetic principles; current design theory, projects and their historical references are critically reviewed and analyzed.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11260D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Thursday | 20 of 22 | Peter Ekman | HAR125 |
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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11371D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:50pm | Tuesday | 12 of 14 | Vinayak Bharne | WAHB1 |
Fundamental technical skillset applicable to the design and delivery of high-performance facade systems. The predominant focus will be the design of contemporary glazed curtainwalls and rainscreen systems in their many forms.
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11359R | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Thursday | 30 of 40 | Sanjeev Tankha, Mic Patterson | WPHB28 |
Application of the scientific principles governing the thermal environment and human physiology to contemporary issues of environmentally responsive building energy concepts and systems. Recommended preparation ARCH 505aL.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11574D | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-1:50pm | Thursday | 34 of 36 | Russell Fortmeyer | WAHB1 | PDF (526076 KB) |
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 | 4:00-7:20pm | Tuesday | 10 of 16 | Kris Sandheinrich | HAR102 |
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 | 15 of 16 | R Mitchell | HAR115A |
Provides a comprehensive understanding of how artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms can be integrated with various aspects of sustainable architecture.
- 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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11355D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 17 of 20 | Joon-Ho Choi | WAH212 |
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 | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11294D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Meredith Drake Reitan | OFFICE | ||
11297D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Andy Ku | OFFICE | PDF (216824 KB) | |
11298D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Douglas Noble | OFFICE | ||
11299D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 2 | Joon-Ho Choi | OFFICE | ||
11300D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 2 | Michael Hricak | OFFICE | ||
11301D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Peter Ekman | TBA |
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 | 10:00-10:50am | Tuesday | 8 of 8 | Karen Kensek | OFFICE |
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
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11328D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 2:00-5:50pm | MWF | 56 of 56 | Hadrian Predock | WAH200 |
Computational capacities of parametric software, including flow dynamics, procedural media, and geospatial analysis, to analyze and generate both existing and emergent systems at the landscape scale.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 548
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11254D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Friday | 6 of 6 | Xun Liu | THH221 | Word (94358 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 | 1:00-5:50pm | Mon, Wed | 7 of 7 | Alexander Robinson | OFFICE | ||
1:00-2:50pm | Friday | 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.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 549
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Heritage Conservation, Heritage Conservation/Planning
- 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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11334D | 001 | Lecture | 9:30-1:30pm | Thursday | 5 of 7 | Cindy Olnick | 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 | 1:00-5:50pm | Wed, Fri | 8 of 10 | Douglas Noble | OFFICE |
Research and thesis for the Master of Building Science degree.
- Prerequisite: ARCH 692A
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Building Science
- 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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11337D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-5:50pm | Wed, Fri | 1 of 1 | 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 | 1 of 1 | Douglas Noble | OFFICE |
Directed research option for the MLArch degree.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Landscape Architecture, Planning/Landscape Architecture
- 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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11306D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 9:00-11:50am | Wednesday | 7 of 7 | Esther Margulies | OFFICE |
Advanced thematic topical investigations emphasizing diverse areas of specialization. Projects will be faculty-led research investigations that concentrate on diverse areas of vital concern.
Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
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11455D | 001 | Lecture-Lab | 1:00-5:50pm | Mon, Fri | 5 of 5 | Dora Chi | OFFICE & ONLINE | ||
2:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | ONLINE |
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 | 1:00-5:50pm | Mon, Fri | 56 of 57 | Dora Chi | OFFICE & ONLINE | ||
2:00-3:50pm | Wednesday | ONLINE |
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 | 10:00-11:50am | Monday | 61 of 62 | Ryan Tyler Martinez | WAHB1 |