Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Architecture delivers a rigorous, technology-driven curriculum that integrates design methodologies, environmental stewardship, and real-world problem-solving. With a strong emphasis on professional practice and hands-on learning, the program prepares students to address the complexities of contemporary practice in the field of architecture. Graduates emerge with the critical skills and technical expertise required to navigate the evolving demands of the profession and drive innovation in the field.

Direct-Entry Master of Architecture

Students who graduate with a 3.0 GPA or higher are eligible for direct entry into the NAAB-accredited Master of Architecture program, an essential step in becoming a licensed architect. The MArch coursework consists of a minimum 36 credit hours in addition to the BS Arch requirement for a total of 169 credit hours.

Integrated Path to Architectural Licensure

The Integrated Path to Architectural Licensure (IPAL) program is available for students interested in accelerating their path to licensure.

Curriculum

The Bachelor of Science in Architecture curriculum is as follows:

First Year

• Fall Semester:
  • College Composition (COM1103, 3 credits)
  • Mathematics 1 (XXX4, 4 credits)
  • Introduction to Design (DES1022, 2 credits)
  • Intro to Visual Communication (ARC1213, 3 credits)
  • Design Principles (DES1213, 3 credits)
• Spring Semester:
  • Mathematics 2 (XXX4, 4 credits)
  • Visual Communication (ARC1223, 3 credits)
  • Design Methodologies (DES1223, 3 credits)
  • Intro to Building Technology (ARC1513, 3 credits)
  • College Physics 1 (PHY2213, 3 credits)
  • College Physics 1 Lab (PHY2221, 1 credit)

Second Year

• Fall Semester:
  • Engaging Ancient Texts (HUM1213, 3 credits)
  • History of the Designed Environment 1 (ARC3613, 3 credits)
  • Information Modeling and Simulation (ARC2813, 3 credits)
  • Integrated Design 1 Studio (ARC2112, 2 credits)
  • Integrated Design 1 Lab (ARC2114, 4 credits)
  • Construction Systems 1 (ARC 2313, 3 credits)
• Spring Semester:
  • Environmental Science and Sustainability (PSC1143, 3 credits)
  • History of the Designed Environment 2 (ARC3623, 3 credits)
  • Prototyping and Fabrication (ARC3823, 3 credits)
  • Integrated Design 2 Studio (ARC2122, 2 credits)
  • Integrated Design 2 Lab (ARC2124, 4 credits)
  • Construction Systems 2 (ARC 2323, 3 credits)

Third Year

• Fall Semester:
  • Engaging Modern Texts (HUM1223, 3 credits)
  • LLT Elective (LLT2XX3, 3 credits)
  • Integrated Design 3 Studio (ARC3112, 2 credits)
  • Integrated Design 3 Lab (ARC3114, 4 credits)
  • Structural Systems 1 (ARC2713, 3 credits)
• Spring Semester:
  • Technical and Professional Communication (COM2103, 3 credits)
  • SSC Elective (SSC2XX3, 3 credits)
  • 20th Century Architecture (ARC4183, 3 credits)
  • Integrated Design 4 Studio (ARC3122, 2 credits)
  • Integrated Design 4 Lab (ARC3124, 4 credits)
  • Structural Systems 2 (ARC3723, 3 credits)

Fourth Year

• Fall Semester:
  • Jr./Sr. Elective (LLT/SSC/PSY 3/4XX3, 3 credits)
  • CoAD Elective (ARC, ARI, ART, DES, GAM, GRA, IDD, or INX XXX3, 3 credits)
  • Design Leadership (DES4112, 3 credits)
  • Integrated Design 5 Studio (ARC4112, 2 credits)
  • Integrated Design 5 Lab (ARC4114, 4 credits)
  • HVAC & Water Systems (ARC3423, 3 credits)
• Spring Semester:
  • Jr./Sr. Elective (LLT/SSC/PSY 3/4XX3, 3 credits)
  • CoAD Elective (ARC, ARI, ART, DES, GAM, GRA, IDD, or INX XXX3, 3 credits)
  • Design Leadership (DES4112, 3 credits)
  • Integrated Design 5 Studio (ARC4112, 2 credits)
  • Integrated Design 5 Lab (ARC4114, 4 credits)
  • HVAC & Water Systems (ARC3423, 3 credits)

Graduate Courses

Summer Semester

• Design Build Studio (ARC5804, 4 credits)
• Design Build Studio On Campus Week (ARC5800, 0 credits)
• Research Methods (ARC5013, 3 credits)

Fall Semester

• CoAD Elective (ARC, ARI, ART, DES, GAM, GRA, IDD, or INX 5/6XXX3, 3 credits)
• Architectural Theory (ARC5643, 3 credits)
• Advanced Design Studio 1 (ARC5814, 4 credits)
• OR Thesis 1 (ARC6514)

Spring Semester

• Graduate CoAD Elective (ARC, ARI, ART, DES, GAM, GRA, IDD, or INX 5/6/7XX3, 3 credits)
• CoAD Elective (ARC, ARI, ART, DES, GAM, GRA, IDD, or INX 5/6XX3, 3 credits)
• Professional Practice (ARC5913, 3 credits)
• Advanced Design Studio 2 (ARC5824, 4 credits)
• OR Thesis 2 (ARC6524)

Summer Semester

• CoAD Elective (ARC, ARI, ART, DES, GAM, GRA, IDD, or INX XXX3, 3 credits)
• Ecological Issues (ARC5423, 3 credits)