Course Descriptions

Architectural History: 1880-Present focuses on major styles of the late 19th and 20th century and the architects who helped to define those styles. The course focuses on the symbiotic relationship between the built environment and culture. Students will learn about the various catalysts and historic contexts that resulted in the transition of styles, as well as the major historic movements that resulted in the international coordination of architects that have brought us to the current Modern Architecture styles of today. The course is appropriate for students studying architectural design and any students interested in architecture as a Humanities elective, including art and liberal art students.

• Architecture
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

ARC 130 Building Systems I's process in selecting materials for designs, and various construction techniques. The material covered in this class is presented in a lecture format with field trips. Successful completion of this class will prepare students for the ARC 205 Design Studio I.

• Architecture
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

ARC 205 Design Studio I is intended for Architectural Technology majors. Students will be introduced to the fundamental concepts required for the design of residential structures. Students will study historically significant architectural works. Using these works as precedence students will complete several design vignettes for residential structures. Throughout the semester students will explore topics that include various architectural drawings and presentations, architectural history, building codes and sustainability. The semester will culminate with a public oral presentation of an original residence expressed through models, drawings and digital images. The material covered in this class is presented in a lecture format with laboratory studies and field trips. Successful completion of this class will prepare students for the ARC 206 Design Studio II.

• Architecture
• 4 Credit(s)
• (2-4) Contact Hour(s)

ARC 206 Design Studio II is intended for Architectural Technology majors. Students will be introduced to the fundamental concepts required for the design and drafting of commercial structures. Throughout the semester students will explore topics that include various architectural drawings and presentations, building codes and ordinances, ADA requirements, and sustainability. Students will spend the semester working through an original design and developing that design to incorporate codes and building systems. The semester will culminate with an oral presentation of this developed design of a commercial structure which will be expressed through models, drawings, and digital images. The material covered in this class is presented in a lecture format with laboratory studies and field trips.

• Architecture
• 4 Credit(s)
• (2-4) Contact Hour(s)

ARC 230 Building Systems II is intended for Architectural Technology majors. This course will present an overview of the principles and practices used in the design of mechanical systems for buildings. Students will study the design and selection of HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems and the architect's role in selecting these systems. To better accommodate the global initiative to focus on more sustainable design, it is necessary for the prudent architect to holistically integrate the architecture and mechanical systems of a building. The material covered in this class is presented in a lecture format.

• Architecture
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

ARC 242 Professional Practice is intended for Architectural Technology majors and students interested in construction law and the architectural profession. This class provides an overview of principles and practices in the administration of a construction project. Topics include construction means and methods, contractual obligations, and the architect's role leading up to and throughout the construction of a project. The material covered in this class is presented in a lecture format.

• Architecture
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

ARC 244 Residential Design is intended for Architectural Technology majors. Students will be introduced to the fundamental concepts required for the design of residential structures. Students will study historically significant architectural works. Using these works as precedence students will complete several design vignettes for residential structures. Throughout the semester students will explore topics that include various architectural drawings and presentations, architectural history, building codes and sustainability. The semester will culminate with a public oral presentation of an original residence expressed through models, drawings and digital images. The material covered in this class is presented in a lecture format with laboratory studies and field trips. Successful completion of this class will prepare students for the ARC 246 Commercial Design class. Prerequisite: Take ARC-106 and ARC-130 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Architecture
• 3 Credit(s)
• (2-4) Contact Hour(s)

ARC 246 Commercial Design is intended for Architectural Technology majors. Students will be introduced to the fundamental concepts required for the design and drafting of commercial structures. Throughout the semester students will explore topics that include various architectural drawings and presentations, building codes and ordinances, ADA requirements, and sustainability. Students will spend the semester working through an original design and developing that design to incorporate codes and building systems. The semester will culminate with an oral presentation of this developed design of a commercial structure and will be expressed through models, drawings and digital images. The material covered in this class is presented in a lecture format with laboratory studies and field trips. Prerequisite: Take ARC-244 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Architecture
• 3 Credit(s)
• (2-4) Contact Hour(s)

RC 248 Structures is intended for Architectural Technology majors. Students will be introduced to the fundamental concepts related to structural design and analysis. Topics covered include 1) forces, 2) trusses, 3) shear & bending moment diagrams, 4) properties of sections, 5) estimating live & dead loads, 6) designing wood beams, columns, & connections, and 7) designing steel beams, columns, and connections. The material covered in this class is presented in a lecture format. Prerequisite: Take PHY-118 with minimum grade of C-

• Architecture
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

ARC 249 Building Mechanical Systems is intended for Architectural Technology majors. This course will present an overview of the principles and practices used in the design of mechanical systems for buildings. Students will study the design and selection of HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems and the architect's role in selecting these systems. To better accommodate the global initiative to focus on more sustainable design, it is necessary for the prudent architect to holistically integrate the architecture and mechanical systems of a building. The material covered in this class is presented in a lecture format.

• Architecture
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

• Architecture
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

A study of the history of the creative process and artistic expression from prehistoric art to the middle ages. Topics may include the art and architecture of Ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. This course may be taken to fulfill either a humanities or social science elective. This course carries SUNY General Education Humanities and The Arts credit.

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

A study of the history of the creative process and artistic expression from the Renaissance to the present. Topics may include Renaissance, Baroque, Impressionist, and modern art. This course may be taken to fulfill either a humanities or social science elective. This course carries SUNY General Education Humanities and The Arts credit.

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (3) Contact Hour(s)

This course give students an introduction to all the basic skills of observation, free-hand drawing and critique. It is a foundation for all studio courses. Craftsmanship and development of techniques in a variety of media is demonstrated through the creative process. This course carries SUNY General Education The Arts credit.

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (4) Contact Hour(s)

In this course, students will continue to hone their developing skills of observation, freehand drawing and critique. Students will be introduced to more complex media techniques, color and design. Prerequisite: Take ART-102 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (4) Contact Hour(s)

In this course students will understand and use two-dimensional design in the creation of a physical product in order to communicate verbally and visually. Students will develop ways to persevere through giving and receiving critical feedback as part of the creative process. This course carries SUNY General Education The Arts credit.

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (4) Contact Hour(s)

In this course students will understand and use three-dimensional design in the creation of a physical product in order to communicate verbally and visually. Students will develop ways to persevere through giving and receiving critical feedback to use as positive tools within the creative process. Prerequisite: Take ART-104 with a Minimum Grade of C-

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (4) Contact Hour(s)

A study of the basic techniques of ceramic materials, including pinch, coil and slab building, wheel throwing, firing and glazing. Ceramics as an art form with an emphasis on design and function.

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (4) Contact Hour(s)

This first year seminar course is designed to introduce Fine Art and Graphic Design students to the basic ideas and concepts of what it means to be an artist and or designer. Students will develop a plan for developing a portfolio prior to graduation. Basic Macintosh computer skills, an introduction to college computing, individualized student support, college survival skills, and career planning will also be included in the course.

• Art
• 2 Credit(s)
• (2) Contact Hour(s)

This course is designed to provide an introduction to digital photography and will cover the creative process and appreciation of methods of artistic expression through projects and exercises. The course will cover the parts of the camera and how they are used, technical and practical aspects of the digital camera, the composition of photographs using principles of art, critical analysis of photographs through peer critique and the study of notable artists, the use of image editing software and editing and manipulating photographs, and output options. The class will also cover basic techniques for improving picture quality. This course carries SUNY General Education The Arts credit.

• Art
• 3 Credit(s)
• (4) Contact Hour(s)