Building Construction II

Catalog description

The course introduces building construction and building materials, and their interrelationships with the environment. Steel and concrete construction and material systems are studied in light of both their material properties and integration with other systems, including the influences of site and climate. Examination and analysis of both historical and contemporary references frame the discussions of material selection and use. Also covered are basic techniques of graphic representation used to convey design intent, construction details and methods. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: ARCH 221 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3