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ARCH 261 STRUCTURES FOR ARCHITECTS I
Credits: 2(2,2,0) Prerequisites: MATH103, PHYS105, Sophomore Standing
This course surveys the concepts and elemental nature of structural materials. Topics examined
covered are statics, strength of materials and over views of simple structural systems together
with discussions on design and economics of simple building structures.

ARCH 262 STRUCTURES FOR ARCHITECTS II
Credits: 2(2,2,0) Prerequisite: ARCH261
The course targets the behavior and planning of structural systems. The principals of structural
behavior in withstanding the gravity and lateral forces and the evolution are studied, as are the
range of and appropriate application of contemporary structural systems.

ARCH 311 ARCHITECTURE DESIGN III
Credits: 4(1,0,7) Prerequisites: ARCH 212, Co-requisite: ARCH262

Design sustainable projects that explore basic environmental issues–e.g. clients 'needs, site
planning, masonry, construction material, health, and safety are the matter of this course. The
basic principles of life-safety systems with an emphasis on egress are also discussed.

ARCH 341 THEORIES OF HOUSING DESIGN
Credits: 2(2,0,0) Prerequisites: ARCH 122, ARCH212

The course provides an understanding of residential architecture, while investigating
behavioral, socio-cultural, planning, environmental, construction, legal, and financing issues
that impact its design and production. It includes reviewing behavioral, social, and cultural
factors in housing design.
ARCH343 LAND SCAPE ARCHITECTURE
Credits: 2(2,0,2) Prerequisites: ARCH 252, ARCH260

This course examines the theories and surveys the history of landscape architecture. It also
looks at the relationship of contemporary landscape architecture to contemporary
architecture.

ARCH 344 THEORIES OF URBAN DESIGN
Credits: 2(2,0,0) Prerequisite: ARCH341

The course surveys the theories of urban design. Topics covered include: the study of
precedents, recent philosophy, design vocabulary, behavioral responses, and implementation
strategies.

ARCH 346 SAUDI HERITAGE AND CONSERVATION
Credits: 2(2,0,0) Prerequisite: ARCH260

Traditional as well as modern architectural styles are examined in this course. Buildings and
settlement patterns are analyzed within the Saudi cultural context. Research, discussion and
case-studies are used to explore socio-political, economic and historical issues related to the
restoration, preservation and adaptive use of buildings. Field measuring and recording
techniques are practiced and then used to produce drawings.