ARCH 265 - Building Systems Technology I

Course Description
ARCH 265 takes both a theoretical and hands on approach to building systems, building science and building materials. In this course, students will learn to identify and determine a variety of systems that make up the basic principles governing the design and construction of a residential structure. Students will also learn to analyze and interpret basic technical provisions as they relate to building science as it pertains to a typical residential structure. This course will explore and solve problems as they pertain to housing in a variety of hands-on assessments where students will model in both 2D and 3D real problems in the construction of housing. This course is a critical beginning for anybody getting started in the Architecture/Construction/Engineering industries. The material covered by this course should be considered the first principles of all building systems and building science.

6 credits

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