ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

CIVENGR 451

Course Description

Introduction to building design, its methods, tools and processes and the interface with other professionals in building design and construction. Buildings as an integrated system of components, assemblies and sub-systems, including: structure, enclosure, internal finish and furnishing, circulation, conveyance and mechanical systems. Pragmatic design elements that make a project sustainable, energy efficient and comfortable, including; fenestration options, daylighting, passive heating and cooling, energy efficiency and other lower impact approaches identified in LEED standards.

Prerequisties

None

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Offered

Not Applicable

Grade Point Average

3.6

-2.01% from Historical

Completion Rate

95%

-2.16% from Historical

A Rate

60%

-8% from Historical

Class Size

44.93% from Historical

2025 Fall Grade Distribution

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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Kirk KELLER

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