Examines the history and theory of historic preservation, focusing on the United States, but with reference to traditions and practices in other countries. The class is designed to examine the largely untold history of the historic preservation movement in this country, and explore what laws, public policies and cultural attitudes shape how we preserve or do not preserve the built environment.

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Visual communication skills necessary and related to architectural design presentation. Various media are explored, including model making and digital media. Limited to B.F.A. Design, MArch, MS Design majors.

Visual communication skills necessary and related to architectural design presentation. Various media are explored, including model making and digital media. Limited to B.F.A. Design, MArch, MS Design majors.

Visual communication skills necessary and related to architectural design presentation. Various media are explored, including model making and digital media. Limited to B.F.A. Design, MArch, MS Design majors.

Visual communication skills necessary and related to architectural design presentation. Various media are explored, including model making and digital media. Limited to B.F.A. Design, MArch, MS Design majors.

Studio and lecture. Energy conservation in contemporary residential construction. Emphasis on: energy efficient building materials, products and construction technology; alternative energy sources; passive solar design; environmental concerns, regulatory issues and building codes. Limited to MArch, M.Design majors.

Introduction to architectural design. Studio projects consist of basic architectural problems to which student must respond with designed solution. The exploration of how a project is generated through careful attention to program and site. Prerequisites: Admission to MArch program

The Commonwealth Honors College thesis or project is intended to provide students with the opportunity to work closely with faculty members to define and carry out in-depth research or creative endeavors. It provides excellent preparation for students who intend to continue their education through graduate study or begin their professional careers. The student works closely with their 499Y Honors Research sponsor to pursue research on a topic or question of special interest to them in preparation for writing a 499T Honors Thesis or completing a 499P Honors Project.

Honors Thesis expectations are high. The intended end-product is a traditional research manuscript with accompanying artifact(s), all theses: - are 6 credits or more of sustained research on a single topic, typically conducted over two semesters. - begin with creative inquiry and systematic research. - include documentation of substantive scholarly endeavor. - culminate in an oral defense or other form of public presentation.