Program Overview

Programs

The Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation at Columbia University offers a range of programs, including:

• Master of Architecture
• M.S. Advanced Architectural Design
• M.S. Computational Design Practices
• M.S. Critical, Curatorial & Conceptual Practices
• Ph.D. Architecture
• New York/Paris
• Intro Program
• M.S. Architecture and Urban Design
• M.S. Urban Planning
• Ph.D. Urban Planning
• M.S. Historic Preservation
• Ph.D. Historic Preservation
• M.S. Real Estate Development

Course Details

One of the courses offered is:

Conservation of Brick, Terra Cotta, + Stone

This course explores a complex group of traditional masonry materials– brick, terra cotta and stone. The format includes lectures, demonstrations and laboratory exercises, and a field trip. The goals of the course are to provide:

• An historical overview of the manufacturing and sourcing of these architectural materials with a focus on the 18th century to the present
• An understanding of some fundamental material properties in relation to their use and deterioration in a range of masonry construction systems
• An exploration of state-of-the-art means and methods of their repair, maintenance, and conservation

Location & Time

The course is held at:

• 655 SCHER
• W 2 PM - 5 PM

Session & Points

• SES B
• 1.5 Points

Sequence

• Building Science & Technology Elective
• HP Elective

Call Number

• 12500

Programs

This course is part of the following programs:

• Master of Architecture
• M.S. Advanced Architectural Design
• M.S. Historic Preservation

Other Semesters & Sections

The course has been offered in previous semesters with varying details:

• ARCH6784-1, Fall 2025
• A6784-1, Fall 2024
• A6784-1, Fall 2023
• A6784-1, Fall 2021
• A6784-1, Fall 2020
• A6784-1, Spring 2018
• ARCH6784-1, Spring 2017
• A6784-1, Spring 2016
• A6784-1, Spring 2015
• A6784-1, Spring 2014

University Information

Columbia University
Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation
1172 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, New York 10027
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Note: The above information is based on the provided context and may not reflect the current or accurate details of the programs or courses offered by Columbia University.