Design Fundamentals II

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This course explores the design process typically utilized in professional architectural development and develops students coreskills in the areas of design, communication, and research. Topics include site analysis, assessment tools, the use of precedentstudies, design program development, color theory, and the use of technology to aid in design. Architectural design concepts ofspace, organization, circulation, scale, structure, volume, massing, fenestration, and materials are analyzed and discussed. 3lecture hours and 3 lab hours per week are required for this course. Prerequisites: ADS 111 and ADS 171, or permission ofinstructor; pre/co-requisite: ADS 172.