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Architectural
Engineering
The architectural
engineering major prepares graduates for professional work in the analysis,
design, construction, and operation of residential, commercial, institutional,
and industrial buildings. The program develops engineers familiar with
all aspects of safe and economical construction. Students study the principles
of structural support and external cladding, building environmental systems,
and project management and develop depth in at least one area.
The program integrates building disciplines, including coordination with architects;
construction managers; civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers; and others.
Students use computer-aided design tools to understand system interactions; perform
analysis, design, scheduling, and cost analysis; and present their work.
The first two years of the curriculum cover fundamentals necessary for all engineers. The pre-junior and junior years emphasize building systems and the principles governing their performance. In addition to the core engineering and science, students learn architectural approaches through studio design. Seniors focus on either structural or building environmental systems design, as well as a full-year realistic design project. The academic program is complemented by exposure to professional practice in the co-op experience.
Mission StatementThe civil and architectural engineering faculty are responsible for delivering an outstanding curriculum that equips our graduates with the broad technical knowledge, design proficiency, professionalism, and communications skills required for them to make substantial contributions to society and to enjoy rewarding careers.
Program Objectives
Architectural engineering graduates will become professionals who analyze, design, construct, manage, or operate residential, commercial, institutional and industrial buildings and systems, or advance knowledge of the field.
Senior Design Projects
A special feature of the major is senior design. A group of students
works with a faculty advisor to develop a significant design project
selected by the group. All architectural engineering students participate in a design project.
For more information about this major, contact the Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering.
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