Introduction to the mechanical behavior of building materials for students of construction technology and architecture. Basic structural concepts, including statics and strength of materials, are addressed in a practical hands-on manner.

Introduction to the mechanical behavior of building materials for students of construction technology and architecture. Basic structural concepts, including statics and strength of materials, are addressed in a practical hands-on manner.

This course provides students with a broad introduction into Computer-Aided-Design (CAD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) with a focus on construction- and architecture-specific applications. By using industry-standard AEC software (such as Autodesk AutoCAD, Trimble SketchUp, and Autodesk Revit) in hands-on exercises, assignments and projects, students gain the capability to model construction projects and create and distribute industry-standard architectural drawings.

This course provides students with a broad introduction into Computer-Aided-Design (CAD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) with a focus on construction- and architecture-specific applications. By using industry-standard AEC software (such as Autodesk AutoCAD, Trimble SketchUp, and Autodesk Revit) in hands-on exercises, assignments and projects, students gain the capability to model construction projects and create and distribute industry-standard architectural drawings.

The focus of this course is to understand the fundamental principles behind the sustainable design and regulation of thermal comfort and mechanical, plumbing, and lighting systems in buildings.

The focus of this course is to understand the fundamental principles behind the sustainable design and regulation of thermal comfort and mechanical, plumbing, and lighting systems in buildings.

This is a stand-alone independent study designed by the student and faculty sponsor that involves frequent interaction between instructor and student. Qualitative and quantitative enrichment must be evident on the proposed contract before consent is given to undertake the study.

Provides an introductory overview of the main materials used in commercial construction: steel, concrete, and masonry (wood is covered in BCT 304/597W). After receiving an introduction into fundamental principles of structural, physical and long-term performance, students learn about material and product manufacturing techniques and how they relate to mechanical and non-mechanical properties of the various materials. Common construction methods are introduced and building details are explored.

Provides an introductory overview of the main materials used in commercial construction: steel, concrete, and masonry (wood is covered in BCT 304/597W). After receiving an introduction into fundamental principles of structural, physical and long-term performance, students learn about material and product manufacturing techniques and how they relate to mechanical and non-mechanical properties of the various materials. Common construction methods are introduced and building details are explored.

This is a stand-alone independent study designed by the student and faculty sponsor that involves frequent interaction between instructor and student. Qualitative and quantitative enrichment must be evident on the proposed contract before consent is given to undertake the study.