ARCH 215 Sustainability in Architecture

4 credits

This course introduces students to concepts of sustainability in the field of architecture. Students will utilize digital tools and technology with select design projects which will become the vehicle to analyze, evaluate, and articulate new ideas for a more sustainable architectural design.

Prerequisites: ARCH 132, ARCH 200, and ARCH 202

Corequisites: ARCH 210 and ARCH 212

Quarters Offered: Winter

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Explain a variety of sustainability concepts
Utilize digital tools and software to analyze and define alternative solutions
Employ creative and critical thinking skills to solve sustainable challenges
Present project

Total Hours: 60 Lecture Hours: 20 Lab or Clinical Hours: 40