Architectural Engineering Foundations

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Credits 2. 2 Lecture Hours. Introduction to the broad field and professional practice of architectural engineering, architectural engineering systems, and the role of the architectural engineer; emphasis on professional engineering design services, design and construction processes and documents, building envelope and materials, structural systems, mechanical systems, lighting systems, building systems integration, building codes and standards, fire safety, professional attributes of architectural engineers, and issues of human performance requirements and sustainability at relates to building system design. Prerequisite: Sophomore classification or approval of instructor.