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For more information about these courses see the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape website: evds.ucalgary.ca/.
Environmental Design Architecture courses are only open to students in the Master of Architecture program.
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Environmental Design Architecture
511
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Building Science and Technology I
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Functioning of the building enclosure: demonstration of the behaviour of building elements and their sub-assemblies under differential temperature and pressure stresses; fundamentals of acoustics; nature and use of building materials; response of building materials to climatic cycles radiation, precipitation, heating and cooling.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to the Master of Architecture Program.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Environmental Design Architecture 511 and Architectural Studies 449 will not be allowed.
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Environmental Design Architecture
523
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History of Architecture and Human Settlements
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A survey history of architecture and human settlement from the prehistoric times until the present. The first course addresses the premodern traditions of the major world cultures. The second course explores the traditions of the Western world from the beginning of the Italian Renaissance until the present. The courses will examine the changes in world view that have altered the course of architecture through the study of selected works of architecture and urbanism.
523.01. History of Architecture and Human Settlements I - Premodern Traditions of the World.
523.02. History of Architecture and Human Settlements II - The Rise of Modernity, 1750 to Present.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to the Master of Architecture Program.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Environmental Design Architecture 523 and Architectural Studies 457 will not be allowed.
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Environmental Design Architecture
541
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Graphics Workshop I
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A skill building course with instruction and supervised experience in basic drafting, sketching and rendering; principles of perspective, drawing and presentation conventions. A variety of instruction may be offered to accommodate the varied level of student development.
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-8)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to the Master of Architecture Program.
Corequisite(s):
Environmental Design Architecture 580.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Environmental Design Architecture 541 and Architectural Studies 451 will not be allowed.
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Environmental Design Architecture
580
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Studio I – Design Thinking
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Foundation concepts in design and form making involving a sequence of progress skill building, visual and spatial thinking and problem-solving exercises.
Course Hours:
6 units; (0-8)
Prerequisite(s):
Admission to the Master of Architecture Program.
Corequisite(s):
Environmental Design Architecture 541.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Environmental Design Architecture 580 and Architectural Studies 484 will not be allowed.
Notes:
A supplementary fee will be assessed to cover additional costs associated with this course.
Also known as:
(formerly Environmental Design 503)
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Environmental Design Architecture
582
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Studio II in Architecture
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An introduction to the application of ordering principles of architecture and to the numerous layers that contribute to the quality of inhabitation of place and space through design. Issues explored include the formal, the experiential and the theoretical concerns of architectural design in today's cultural context.
Course Hours:
6 units; (0-8)
Prerequisite(s):
Environmental Design Architecture 541, 580 and admission to the Master of Architecture Program.
Corequisite(s):
Environmental Design Architecture 543.
Antirequisite(s):
Credit for Environmental Design Architecture 582 and Architectural Studies 444 will not be allowed.
Notes:
A supplementary fee will be assessed to cover additional costs associated with this course.
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Environmental Design Architecture
611
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Building Science and Technology II
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Theory and principles of structural, foundation and building service systems. Application of building science principles to building structure and enclosure, examination of the types and manufacture of building elements and the application of building components to specific problems in architecture.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
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Environmental Design Architecture
613
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Structures for Architects I
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Fundamentals of Structural Analysis including the characteristics and performance of the various components of structures; the terminology and notation necessary for effective teamwork with structural engineering consultants; and basic design calculations for simple structures.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
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Environmental Design Architecture
615
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Environmental Control Systems
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Approaches to the design of heating, cooling, and ventilation systems for buildings. Issues in system design such as energy efficiency and indoor air quality.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
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Environmental Design Architecture
617
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Architectural Lighting Design
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Fundamentals of light and visual perception. Approaches to the design of non-uniform and uniform lighting systems for buildings. Issues in system design such as human satisfaction, performance and energy efficiency. Development of skills in the selection and design of lighting systems.
Course Hours:
1.5 units; (3-0)
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Environmental Design Architecture
619
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Structures for Architects II
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Advanced structural systems for buildings including: structural connections and composite structures; system characteristics and architectural intent; and case studies in contemporary building structures.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
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Environmental Design Architecture
621
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Introduction to Design Theories
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The contemporary cultural, social, and philosophical arenas in which architecture exists are examined through lectures, readings and seminars.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
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Environmental Design Architecture
661
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Architectural Professional Practice
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The nature of the building industry, stakeholders and many of the participants and their responsibilities. Brings together the theoretical framework of the architect's role in society with the practicality of managing a practice. Project management and office administration, trends, liabilities and systems for project control such as building economics; cost analysis and estimating techniques; and cost controls during design and construction.
Course Hours:
3 units; (3-0)
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Environmental Design Architecture
665
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Leadership in Architecture
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The practice of architecture deals with complex design requirements, diverse groups of people, changing processes, evolving contexts, and a range of modes of production. This course introduces students to a broad set of contemporary themes around the concept of leadership and architecture.
Course Hours:
1.5 units; (3-0)
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Environmental Design Architecture
682
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Intermediate Architectural Design Studio
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An intermediate design studio in which students work on projects defined by the instructor. Topics may vary from year to year and are determined by the creative interests of the faculty assigned to the course. Enrolment may be limited.
682.02 Intermediate Studio
682.04 Comprehensive Design Studio
Course Hours:
6 units; (0-8)
Prerequisite(s):
For EVDA 682.02: Environmental Design Architecture 582. For EVDA 682.04: Environmental Design Architecture 682.02.
Notes:
A supplementary fee will be assessed to cover additional costs associated with this course.
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Environmental Design Architecture
703
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Directed Study in Architecture
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Research and readings in architecture and design related to the Senior Research Studio in Architecture.
Course Hours:
3 units; (0-3)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Environmental Design Architecture
782
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Senior Research Studio in Architecture
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A research design studio in which students collaborate with design faculty in exploring projects that engage contemporary issues defining the built and natural environments.
Course Hours:
6 units; (0-8)
Notes:
A supplementary fee will be assessed to cover additional costs associated with this course.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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