Program Overview

University of Michigan Programs

The University of Michigan offers a range of programs in the field of architecture and urban planning.

Academics

The university's academic programs are divided into several categories:

• Undergraduate
  • Architecture
  • Urban Technology
  • Architecture Minor
  • Real Estate Development Minor
• Graduate
  • Architecture
  • Urban and Regional Planning
  • Dual Degrees
  • Certificates
• Post-Professional
  • Digital & Material Technologies
  • Urban Design
  • Ph.D. in Architecture
  • Ph.D. in Urban & Regional Planning
• Pre-College
  • ArcPrep
  • ArcStart
• Continuing Education
  • Online and Continuing Education

Course Details

One of the courses offered is ARCH 317, Section 1, which is a construction course for undergraduates.

Course Description

This course offers an introduction to the study of construction materials and methods, stressing general principles that affect construction and its relationship to design intentions. The course is divided into three sections: masonry, light frame, and enclosure. Specific topics within these sections include unit modularity, wall systems, floor and roof systems, waterproofing, prefabrication, and project delivery.

Course Details

• Instructors: Jonathan Rule, Thomas Moran, Claudia Wigger
• Term: Fall 2025
• Section: 1
• Class Number: 10026
• Credits: 3
• Required: Yes
• Elective: No
• Meeting Times:
  • Lecture: Tuesday, 1:00-3:00 pm, 2104 A&AB
  • Recitation: Tuesday, 3:00-6:00 pm, 3100 A&AB

Research and Facilities

The university's research initiatives include various research clusters, labs, and facilities, such as:

• Digital Fabrication and Robotics Lab
• Taubman Visualization Lab
• Wood Shop, Metals Lab, Computer Lab
• Printing Lab
• Liberty Research Annex

Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning

The Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning is located at the University of Michigan, 2000 Bonisteel Boulevard, Ann Arbor, MI, USA.