An introductory course that emphasizes design process, concept development, and creative problem solving as the means to create architectural form and space. Design projects are presented utilizing "tactile" (by hand) two and three-dimensional visual communication and scale modeling techniques. Verbal presentations in the form of critiques are also required for the purpose of communicating designs and intended concepts.

An advanced course that continues to explore issues initiated in the introductory course. Additionally, the course emphasizes program development, site and context analysis, precedent study, and structure as the means to create architectural form and space. Design projects are presented utilizing “tactile” (by hand) two-and three-dimensional visual communication and scale modeling techniques. Verbal presentations in the form of critiques are also required for the purpose of communicating designs and intended concepts.

An introductory digital design course that continues the knowledge introduced in the tactile design courses plus emphasizes professional Building Information Modeling (BIM) software and techniques used to facilitate the architectural design process.

An advanced digital design course that continues the knowledge introduced in the tactile and the introductory digital design courses plus emphasizes advanced professional Building Information Modeling (BIM) software and techniques utilized to facilitate the architectural design process. Advanced techniques include digital animation and a state team competition that involves both computer generated and physical construction of a structure.

This is an introductory course of tactile (by hand) visual communication techniques applicable to the design and construction of the built environment. Drawing techniques include lettering, lines, dimensioning, diagramming, orthographic projection, axonometric projection, and perspective projection.

This is an advanced course of "tactile" (by hand) visual communication techniques applicable to the design and construction of the built environment. Drawing techniques include graphic symbols, architectural presentation, architectural drawing conventions; orthographic and perspective projections, rendition of value and context, color theory, figure ground ambiguity, and drawing media and techniques.

History of architecture from Prehistoric to Gothic periods. Pre-Columbian Americas period is also covered. The relationship between architecture and art, science, historical events, religion, society, culture, philosophy, politics, economics, and physical conditions are studied.

History of architecture from Renaissance to 21st Century periods. The relationship between architecture and art, science, historical events, religion, society, culture, philosophy, politics, economics, and physical conditions are studied.

An introductory course of freehand drawing techniques applicable to the design and construction of the built environment. Freehand drawing is an integral part of the architect's design process. It is instrumental in concept development, creative problem solving, documenting and perceiving space, visualization, and observation skills. Techniques include shading, shape definition, form definition, human scale, and entourage utilizing pencil, ink, color media, and combination media.

A study of the fundamental concepts and principles of architectural perspective using both “tactile” by hand and “digital” by computer techniques. Using hand drawings and computer software students will generate architectural perspective renderings suitable for client presentations. This course is an invaluable career asset for understanding how to enhance, embellish, and best portray building forms for people involved in architecture, illustration, building trades, and interior design.

An introduction to the principles, materials, methods, and processes of construction. This course combines both theory and practical application. Site visits to view various stages of construction are an integral part of the course.

A course in architectural detailing that explores the transition from architectural ideas into built reality. Students draw architectural details with corresponding summaries using a computer assisted drafting (CAD) program. Different function, constructability, and aesthetics details are explored and then applied to various construction types.

A nonmathematical investigation of structural systems and components with respect to their behavior; selection of the most appropriate structural system for various building typologies.

This course provides a detailed introduction to the process of construction documentation. A full set of residential construction documents emphasizing light wood frame construction is created utilizing a computer assisted drafting (CAD) program. A residential light wood frame construction scale model is also created. Prior training in the form of advisory courses or office CAD experience is required.