Structures Option: Sample Schedule
(2-year Master of Architecture Degree Program)
The 2-year program is for students holding an undergraduate degree in architectural studies. Students with other backgrounds may enter the 2-year program after completing an accelerated program to meet the architectural studies requirements. The Structures Option leads to a professional Master of Architecture degree accredited by the National Architecture Accrediting Board (NAAB). Students should see their Option Coordinators every semester for advice on what recommended professional electives they should consider taking.
| First Semester | |
| ARCH 501: Architectural Practice (Core Course) | 3 hours |
| ARCH 551: Structural Analysis | 4 hours |
| ARCH 571: Architecture Design Studio I (Core Course) | 6 hours |
| ARCH XXX: Required Core Elective (eg. Architectural Thought) (Core Course) | 3 hours |
Total: |
16 hours |
| Second Semester | |
| ARCH 550: Reinforced Concrete Design | 4 hours |
| ARCH 552: Soil Mech & Foundations | 3 hours |
| ARCH 572: Architectural Design Studio II (Core Course) | 6 hours |
| ARCH 554: Advanced Steel Design | 3 hours |
Total: |
16 hours |
| Third Semester | |
| ARCH 560: Advanced Structural Analysis | 3 hours |
| ARCH 573: Architectural Design Studio III (Core Course) | 6 hours |
| ARCH 595EQ: Seismic Design of Buildings | 3 hours |
| ARCH YYY:Required Core Elective (eg. Professional Issues) (Core Course) | 3 hours |
Total: |
15 hours |
| Fourth Semester | |
| ARCH 553: Adv Reinforced Concrete Design | 3 hours |
| ARCH 574: Architectural Design Studio IV (Core Course) | 6 hours |
| ARCH 556: Advanced Structural Planning | 4 hours |
| Elective | 2 hours |
Total: |
15 hours |
Grand Total |
62 hours |
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