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ARCH111 Basic Design I
Credits: 3(1,0,5) Prerequisites: None
The course introduces the basic principles of order using 2D and 3D compositions of basic design
elements. Space explorations through movement and circulation are established. Additional
emphases are given to color theory, textures and tones. Class assignments are based on abstract
concepts while acquainting students with different media and presentation techniques.

ARCH112 Basic Design II
Credits: 3(1,0,5) Prerequisites: ARCH111
This course develops the conceptualization of aesthetics and principles of composition. With this
background in place, students apply the same with mixed media to create objects that have
utilitarian purpose. As they create, students develop their higher-level thinking and art-related
technical skills.

ARCH122 History and Theory of Architecture
Credits: 3(3,0,0) Prerequisites: None
The course offers a historical and analytical review of the art of architecture and design in relation
to the physical, religious, social, economic, and political factors which shaped them from
prehistory through the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the 17th century and on to the present.

ARCH131 Technical Drawing I
Credits: 2(1,0,3) Prerequisites: None
This course focuses on the use of instruments and equipment necessary for accurate manual
drafting of simple geometric constructions. The fundamentals of two-dimensional architectural
drawing skills and the analytical processes using a variety of drawings media are also taught.

ARCH132 Technical Drawing II
Credits: 2(1,0,3) Prerequisites: ARCH131
This course concentrates on drawing perspective projections. One-point and two-point
projections, exterior and interior; casting shades and shadows on horizontal and vertical planes;
and axonometric made using different rendering techniques in pencil, colored pencils, markers,
pens, and ink.

ARCH140 Human Factor and the Built Environment
Credits: 2(2,0,0) Prerequisites: None
This course examines the theoretical foundations and concepts drawn from human and
environmental behaviors as applied to design and the design process. Items covered include the
concepts of anthropometrics and ergonomics in design, analysis of space, and behavior within a
cultural context.

ARCH211 Architecture Design I
Credits: 4(1,0,7) Prerequisites: ARCH 112, ARCH 140, ID131
The course covers architectural design for residential interiors and exteriors as a synthetic
discipline that considers material/spatial experience, contextual analysis, formal concepts, and
social/cultural relationships. Material/graphic representations are explored in models, drawings,
collages and renderings.

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