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Architecture (ARCH)
School of Architecture
All courses except 100, 241, 251, 261, 271, 272,
and 371 are restricted to declared architecture majors, unless otherwise
specified. Exceptions must have prior approval of the associate dean or
dean.
ARCH 100 Introduction to Man’s Built Environment
(3) Philosophical development of society’s physical fabric as
revealed by the range of representative physical design. Open to
nonmajors if space available.
ARCH 101 Elements of Visual Design (3) Elements
and principles of basic two- and three-dimensional design concepts.
Problems focusing on line, shape, mass, space, texture, composition,
balance, rhythm, etc., in graphic and architectural contexts. Pre: 100,
122 or ART 113, ENG 100, HIST 151, HIST 152 (or concurrent), and MATH
140.
ARCH 102 Elements of Physical Design (3) Introduction
to design process. Problems in various scales dealing with forms and
spaces generated by human needs. Analysis of architecture relative to
human activity and function. Pre: 101 and 121.
ARCH 121 Design Drawing (3) Drawing techniques
as necessary tools of design process. Orthographic projection, paraline,
other mechanical drawing skills. Perspectives, shades, and shadows. Pre:
122 or ART 113 (or concurrent).
ARCH 122 Freehand Drawing (3) Basic freehand
drawing in black and white media. Contour, gesture, perspective, and
value delineation based on careful observation of actual subject.
Emphasis on use of drawing as a tool for visualization and
communication.
ARCH 201 Introductory Architectural Design (4) Design
of simple buildings on simple sites; relationship of buildings to sites.
Introduction to principles of interior space planning, building
materials and technology, and statutory requirements. Introduction to
schematic and design development of documents. Pre: 102, 211, and SP
251.
ARCH 202 Intermediate Architectural Design A (4) Design
of simple buildings on difficult sites and more complex buildings on
simple sites. Similar to ARCH 201, with attention to site development
and climatic and environmental response. Production of schematic
documents. Introduction to design development documents. Pre: 201 and
PHYS 152.
ARCH 211 Structure in Architecture (4) Analysis
and design of elementary structural systems. Statics, determinant
structures. Pre: 101 and PHYS 151.
ARCH 212 Structural Design in Architecture (3) Analysis
and design of structural systems and components; strength of materials;
seismic and wind forces, indeterminate structures, handbooks, and codes.
Basic materials. Pre: 211.
ARCH 213 Lighting, Illumination, and Power (3) Theory
of lighting and lighting design. Artificial light sources as positive
design elements. Electrical theory; solar and acoustical considerations.
Power sources and equipment; integration into design process. Pre: 201
and PHYS 152.
ARCH 214 Mechanical Systems (3) Occupant
comfort (environmental and ambulatory) in buildings: heating,
ventilation, air conditioning, vertical transportation. Pre: 201 and
PHYS 152.
ARCH 221 Color Theory and Application (2) Basic
color theory (color wheel, value, complementary mixing, relativity or
color, color harmony, etc.); architectural applications using color as
primary design element; color media. Open to nonmajors if space
available. Pre: 122 or ART 113.
ARCH 231 Architectural Chemistry (3) Review
of organic and inorganic chemistry as it relates to building use and
techniques. Pre: MATH 140.
ARCH 235 Computer Applications in Architecture (2) Fundamentals
of computers; general and potential use in architecture. Programming to
solve everyday practical problems in planning/design of buildings. Open
to nonmajors if space available. Pre: MATH 140. Co-requisite: ARCH 235L.
ARCH 235L Computer Applications Laboratory (1) Direct
use of computers toward applications in architecture. Pre: MATH 140.
Co-requisite: ARCH 235.
ARCH 241 Introduction to Urban Design (3) Principles
and practice of urban design within the comprehensive planning process.
Sociocultural, economic, political, environmental determinants of urban
form and pattern. Open to nonmajors if space available. (Crosslisted as
PLAN 240)
ARCH 251 Introduction to Landscape Architecture (3)
Principles and practice of landscape planning, design, and
technology. Ecological, sociocultural, and natural science determinants
of landscape form and pattern. Open to nonmajors if space available.
ARCH 261 Introduction to Interior Architecture (3) Introduction
and orientation to the field. Fundamental design principles and elements
as applied to interiors. Basic materials and methods of interior
construction; basic professional and business practices. Critical
analysis of an existing interior space. Open to nonmajors if space
available.
ARCH 271 History of Western Architecture A--Early
to Renaissance (3) Major movements related to geography, climate,
socioeconomic influences, construction methods, and culture. Open to
nonmajors if space available. AH2
ARCH 272 History of Western Architecture
B--Renaissance to Present (3) Evolution of structural preoccupation
and dominance of form; industrial revolution; individual architects as
creators of styles or movements. Open to nonmajors if space available. AH2
ARCH 301 Intermediate Architectural Design B (5) Design
of complex building and groups of buildings with difficult programmatic
requirements on both simple and complex sites. Consideration of site
conditions and development and of building materials, systems, and
technology. Production of schematic and design development documents.
Introduction to construction documents and cost opinions. Pre: 202, 212,
and 331.
ARCH 302 Advanced Architectural Design (5) Design
of complex multi-functional buildings on a large or difficult site.
Detailed consideration of statutory requirements, liaison with
consultants, site development, relation-ship to the urban form, building
materials, systems and technology, and phased construction. Production
of schematic, design development, partial construction documents, and
cost opinions. Pre: 301 or 361, 311, 6 credit hours of English, and two
semesters of 200-level foreign or Hawaiian language.
ARCH 311 Advanced Structural Design in Architecture
(3) Analysis and design of advanced structural systems and
components; integration into total design. Codes, seismic and wind
forces, concrete and steel. Computer applications. Pre: 212.
ARCH 313 Hydraulic Systems (2) Water, sanitary,
and storm sewage and systems that transport them. Pipes and piping
materials, plumbing, fire protection devices. Solar energy applications.
Pre: 201 and PHYS 152.
ARCH 321 Architectural Presentation Techniques (2) Analysis
and application: sepia, mylar, acrylics, perspectives, models, slides,
photographs, etc. Pre: 121 or consent.
ARCH 331 Materials and Methods of Construction A
(3) Comprehensive study of materials and systems available in
construction industry; methods of assembly to create complete,
functional, and safe facilities. Pre: PHYS 151 and PHYS 152.
ARCH 332 Contract Documentation (3) Preparation
of construction documents for a small-scale building. Pre: 202 and 331.
ARCH 334 Materials and Methods of Construction B
(3) Continuation of study on materials and systems available in
construction industry; methods of assembly to create complete,
functional, and safe facilities. Pre: 331.
ARCH 341 Introduction to Planning (3) Perspectives
on planning; planning tools and methods; specific Hawai‘i
planning/research problems from a multidisciplinary approach. Pre:
consent. (Cross-listed as PLAN 310)
ARCH 361 Intermediate Interior Architectural Design
B (5) Design of small- to moderate-size interior spaces and
relationship to external form. Exercises in detailed program writing.
Space planning for existing spaces. Consideration of statutory
requirements, building materials, systems and technology, and furniture
and equipment. Production of schematic and design development documents.
Introduction to construction documents and cost opinions. Pre: 202, 212,
261, and 331.
ARCH 362 Advanced Interior Architectural Design A
(5) Programming and design of moderate- to large-scale spaces,
including choice of furnishings and equipment. Development of total
interior environments and integration of interior architectural projects
for adaptive re-use developments. Production of schematic, design
development, partial construction documents, and cost opinions. Pre: 301
or 361, 311, 6 credit hours of English, and two semesters of 200-level
foreign or Hawaiian language.
ARCH 369 Study Abroad: Architectural Study Tour (V)
Firsthand examination of the architecture of various countries, with
emphasis on experiencing and comprehending significant spaces within
historical, cultural, and physical contexts. Topics and countries
visited change with each offering. Open to nonmajors. Repeatable.
ARCH 371 Asian Architecture and Culture (3) Study
of cultural influences that affected the architectural expressions of
selected Asian countries. Architecture is studied in the context of
geography, climate, socioeconomic influences, general historic
perspectives. Open to nonmajors if space available. Pre: one of 271,
272, HIST 151, or HIST 152. (Cross-listed as AMST 322)
ARCH 372 Special Topics in Architectural History
and Theory (3) An examination of specific theories, movements, or
periods of architectural history. Changing topics to be taught by both
regular and visiting faculty. Repeatable. Pre: 271, 272, or 371; and
consent.
ARCH 390 Special Topics (V) Selected topics in
any aspect of architecture. Content to be announced. Repeatable. Pre:
consent.
ARCH 399 Directed Work (V) Pre: consent.
ARCH 401 Advanced Architectural and Urban Design
(5) Design of a complex building or group of buildings within
large-scale urban development plan. Detailed consideration of phased
development, architecture within an urban form, and relationship to
urban context. Pre: 302 or 362, 334, 5 credit hours of environmental
systems, and 4 credit hours of architectural electives.
ARCH 402 Comprehensive Architectural Design (5) Semester-long
individual design project. Comprehensive design of moderate-size
building. Production of schematic, design development, and partial
construction documents and cost opinions. Pre: 401, 8 credit hours of
environmental systems, and 7 credit hours of architectural electives.
ARCH 403 Selected Design Studio (V) Special
architecture/interior architecture problems individually selected by
students or faculty to sharpen design skills. Repeatable. Pre: consent.
ARCH 416 Architectural Acoustics (3) Basic
properties and behavior of sound. Principles of room acoustics and noise
control. Acoustical design in architecture for sound isolation. Pre: 201
and PHYS 152; or consent.
ARCH 431 Computer-Aided Design (2) Design
theory applications to computer graphics systems and current
developments in practice and research. Pre: 202, 235, and 235L.
Co-requisite: 431L.
ARCH 431L Computer-Aided Design Laboratory (1) Use
of computer graphics systems in architectural design applications. Pre:
202, 235, and 235L. Co-requisite: 431.
ARCH 432 Construction Management (3) Design
professional’s role during the building procurement process,
particular emphasis on documentation and construction phases. Analysis
of value of professional construction management services. Pre: 202 and
331.
ARCH 433 Construction Law, Contracts, and Insurance
(3) Detailed study of construction law and contract administration;
construction insurance, bonds, professional liability insurance, bid
procedures, addenda, change orders, mechanics liens, etc. Pre: 301 or
361.
ARCH 434 Professional Practice and Ethics (3) Professionalism,
office organization, administration; public, client, consultants, and
contractor relations; project administration, procedures, and
compensation. Pre: 301 or 361.
ARCH 435 Architectural Economics (3) Survey
of fundamental business principles and economic theories as they relate
to professional practice for design professionals. Pre: 202.
ARCH 436 Dean’s Seminar (V) Lecture/ seminar
on professionalism, ethics, design, technology, building performance.
Transition from academia to professional practice. Pre: consent.
ARCH 461 Advanced Interior Architectural Design B
(5) Programming and design of large-scale, complex spaces, including
choice of furnishings, fixtures, equipment, finishes, and color.
Development of total interior environments, integrating building
systems. Relation-ship of interior spaces to external form and
integration into large-scale, complex architectural solutions.
Production of schematic, design development, and partial construction
documents and cost opinions. Pre: 302 or 362, 334, 5 credit hours of
environmental systems, and 4 credit hours of architecture electives.
ARCH 462 Comprehensive Interior Architectural
Design (5) Semester long individual final design project.
Programming and comprehensive design of moderate-size interior space
integrated into the larger architectural environment. Production of
schematic, design development, and partial construction documents and
cost opinions. Pre: 461, 8 credit hours of environmental systems, and 7
credit hours of architectural electives.
ARCH 471 Seminar on Contemporary Architectural
Thought (3) Seminar on contemporary architectural theories that
influence modern design. An examination of the individuals,
institutions, and ideas that shape the contemporary built environment.
Research papers and discussion. Repeatable. Pre: consent.
ARCH 472 Documentation of Historic Architecture (V)
Study and documentation of existing buildings, structures, and sites
of historic and/or cultural significance, including field measurements
and drawings, historical research, photo documentation, and preparation
of archival drawings to be deposited in the Library of Congress.
Documentation conducted according to standards of the Historic American
Buildings Survey/Historic American Engineering Record (HABS/HAER).
Repeatable. Pre: consent. (Cross-listed as AMST 475)
ARCH 473 History of American Architecture (3) History
of American architecture in terms of style, techniques, and symbolic
meaning. (Cross-listed as AMST 423)
ARCH 477 Research Seminar (V) Research
methodology for the qualitative development of an optimum environment.
Repeatable. Pre: consent.
ARCH 500 Master’s Plan B/C Studies (1) Enrollment
for degree completion. Pre: 702, master’s Plan B candidate, and
consent.
ARCH 600 Research Methods Seminar (3) Comprehensive
review and assessment of objectives, role, and function of research in
architecture. Lecture, seminar, and independent study. Pre: graduate
standing or consent.
ARCH 625 Material Culture (3) Physical
artifacts considered as documents of American cultural and regional
development. (Crosslisted as AMST 625)
ARCH 627 The American City (3) Urban life and
culture in contemporary and historical perspective; emphasis upon
promises and problems of city in American culture. (Crosslisted as AMST
627 and HIST 639E)
ARCH 628 Preservation: Theory and Practice (3) History
and philosophy of historic preservation movement. Analysis of values and
assumptions, methodologies and tactics, implications for society and
public policy. (Cross-listed as AMST 675)
ARCH 640 Urban Form (3) City spatial
organization; principles of neighborhood, town, and city design and
planning; spatial dimension of building and land use. Pre: PLAN 640 or
consent. (Cross-listed as PLAN 646)
ARCH 641 Land Use Planning (3) Theory and
practice; selected modes of land use analysis; growth management
strategies. Pre: PLAN 600 and PLAN 601, or consent. (Crosslisted as PLAN
640)
ARCH 642 Urban Design Studio (6) Group
experience in defining urban and regional design problems and potentials
in developing and evaluating alternative schemes and formulating
strategies for implementation of planning and design solutions. Pre: 641
or consent.
ARCH 650 American Vernacular Traditions (3) Methods
and approaches in the study of vernacular architecture, cultural
landscapes and material culture, with an emphasis on traditions and
innovations in the Americas. (Cross-listed as AMST 681)
ARCH 671 American Architecture (3) Cultural
analysis of the evolution of American architecture from the Colonial
period to the present involving socio-political and economic as well as
aesthetic considerations. Pre: graduate standing or consent.
(Cross-listed as AMST 623)
ARCH 672 Research Studio (5) Activity devoted
to specialized focus of student in architectural technology. Emphasis in
basic or applied research. Repeatable. Pre: graduate standing or
consent.
ARCH 675 Professional Ethics (3) Philosophical
and analytical study of professional ethics. Lecture and seminar. Pre:
graduate standing in architecture or planning, or consent.
ARCH 680 Community Development (3) Social,
physical, ecological, and economic problems of communities in the
Pacific Basin; examination of solutions emphasizing the application of
community organization and services, environmental management, and
appropriate technology to communities. Pre: graduate standing or
consent. Co-requisite: 680L. (Cross-listed as PLAN 685)
ARCH 680L Community Development Design Lab (2) Application
of social, physical, ecological, and economic data to selected studio
problems in the design of communities. Pre: 302 or 362, and consent.
Co-requisite: 680.
ARCH 681 Housing Delivery (3) Application of
ecology, appropriate technology, and local resources to problems of
housing development in Pacific Basin countries; building design and
implementation strategies for housing delivery. Pre: 680 and graduate
standing, or consent. Co-requisite: 681L. (Cross-listed as PLAN 686)
ARCH 681L Housing Delivery Lab (2) Application
of ecology, appropriate technology, and local resources to selected
studio problems in the design of housing. Pre: 302 or 362, and consent.
Co-requisite: 681.
ARCH 683 Housing and Community Development
Practicum (V) Laboratory and field testing of selected topics
related to housing design and technology; site development and
infrastructure; social, health, and economic community development; and
housing implementation strategies. Repeatable. Pre: 680 (or concurrent),
681 (or concurrent), or consent. (Cross-listed as PLAN 683)
ARCH 687 Urban Design in Asia and Pacific (3) Social
behavior in urban space; design for individual, society and state
functions; urban designing ideas and concepts in the European/ American
tradition and the variant Asia Pacific traditions. Pre: ASAN 312, PLAN
310 or PLAN 600. (Cross-listed as PLAN 636 and ASAN 636)
ARCH 690 Special Topics Seminar (3) Seminar
on a wide range of architectural topics to be directed by both visiting
and regular faculty. Repeatable. Pre: consent.
ARCH 691 Special Topics: Architecture
History/Theory (V) Specialized work at an advanced level on the
history and theory of architecture. Repeatable. Pre: consent.
ARCH 692 Special Topics in Architectural Technology
(V) Specialized investigation at an advanced level of technological
developments in structural systems, environmental control systems, or
materials and methods of construction. Repeatable. Pre: consent.
ARCH 693 Special Topics in Architecture and Design
(V) Intensive work on specialized topics in the fields of
architecture and design. May include research and/or studio experiences
in architecture, interior architecture, computer-aided design,
professional practice, advanced visual design, and architectural
graphics. Repeatable. Pre: consent.
ARCH 699 Directed Work (V) Pre: graduate
standing or consent.
ARCH 700 Thesis Research (V) Pre: completion of
graduate requirements or consent.
ARCH 701 Graduate Studio I (6) Planning,
programming, and schematic design of a project selected by student as
the focus of graduate study with emphasis on the thorough performance of
all required tasks. Pre: one of 401, 402, 461, or 462; 600; and consent.
ARCH 702 Graduate Studio II (6) Design
development of a project selected by student as the focus of graduate
study with emphasis on the thorough performance of all required tasks.
Pre: 701 with a grade of B or better, or consent.
ARCH 703 Urban Design and Planning Studio (6) Group
experience in defining urban and regional design problems and
potentials, developing and evaluating alternatives, formulating
strategies for implementation. Pre: 641, PLAN 640, or consent.
(Cross-listed as PLAN 754)
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