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AREN 200 Computer Applications in Buildings Design
To introduces students to industry standard software packages and its application in architecture. Focus is on enabling skill acquisition in the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) mainly Revit. Course introduces 2D drafting and 3D modelling using Revit, and modelling, rendering and animation using 3D Studio Max and Sketch up. Image processing and Postproduction programs may also be explored.
AREN 210 History and Theory of Architecture
This course examines contemporary world architecture from its roots in early twentieth century modernism in America and Europe and on through its global expansion into various regions of the world, including the Arab world. The course reviews the impact of regional forms and traditions on early modern architecture, and surveys later modernist proposals for a ‘universal’ or ‘international’ architecture. The course reviews regional and local reactions to these formulations through the analysis of examples of 20th and 21st century architecture, theory, and criticism that question this global agenda and attempt to negotiate the tensions between global ideals and local conditions.
AREN 220 Introduction to Architecture and Environmental Design
Designed to introduce students to ideas, principles, and methods of solving architectural problems in a studio setting. Through a graduated sequence of exercises culminating in a major semester project, students explore the architectural concepts of space, form, function, and technology. Instruction is via highly personalized critiques of individual student work by assigned department faculty members, as well as periodic reviews of the group by invited faculty and guest critics. The grade is based on the overall performance in the studio with special emphasis on the quality of a major studio project.
AREN 231 Architectural Building Materials
This course provides an introductory overview of the various materials used in construction. After receiving an introduction into fundamental principles of structural, physical and long-term performance, students learn about material and product manufacturing techniques and how they relate to mechanical and non-mechanical properties of the various materials. Common construction methods are introduced and building details are explored.
AREN 322 Architectural Design Studio (2)
This course develops a comprehensive design process with focus on systems design and integration of a mixed-use building, issues of technology, ecology and energy. Exercises focus on the design of building systems and components, building structural design, building codes, design for safety in buildings, architectural expression, integration strategies and applications involving the mechanical, electrical, energy, and building management systems.
AREN 332 Building Construction Systems
This course aims at understanding alternative structural systems, relevant construction systems, building components, vertical and horizontal circulation elements, building construction process and techniques, as well as coordination in building design and construction. Principles of working drawing preparation, technical installation symbols and terminology; introduction to computer-aided drafting tools.
AREN 333 Working Drawings
This course will focus on the principles, concepts, and use of complex graphic tools utilized in the field of architecture, structural systems, Mechanical and Electrical systems, and construction trades. Emphasis is placed on the application of CAD tools in the creation of site plan layout, floor plans, foundation plans, basic roof design, section and details, and elevation drawings. Mathematics, science, and visual design concepts are reinforced.
AREN 340 Surveying for Architectural Engineering
The main purpose of the surveying course is to enable the student to: Describe surveying fundamentals and errors, Use different techniques for surveying observations, such as distance, elevations, and angles. Demonstrate unknown surveying parameters, and map projections. Measure area and volume from ground data and maps. Calculate simple circular curve and stakeout by deflection angles. Perform experimental works, analysis and interpretation of data. Employ basics of measuring from photographs (Photogrammetry). Employ basics of the geographic information system (GIS).
AREN 350 Mechanical and Electrical Systems for Buildings
The objective of this course is to introduce the main components of the mechanical and electrical systems in buildings and how do they interact with each other and influence the overall performance of the building and its impact on the environment. Students will be engaged in discussing several building codes and standards in topics related to mechanical and electrical systems for buildings. In particular, national and international standards will be considered to observe the basic design concepts of building systems to meet the requirements of a safe, comfortable and healthy building.
AREN 351 Principles of HVAC
The overall objective of this course is to prepare students for professional practice in the area of mechanical systems design. Students will gain the necessary skills to deal with different design problems related to heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems using both hand calculations and computer programs. Low-energy HVAC systems will be discussed to emphasize the significant role of efficient HVAC systems when designing sustainable buildings.
AREN 360 Building Illumination/Acoustics
This course aims at understanding the physical properties of sound and light and their impact on the design of building systems; introduction to illumination, Daylighting, lighting fixtures and lighting systems in buildings; building's design requirements of illumination; and Lighting calculation methods and measurement techniques. Acoustical design of building spaces and noise control; methods of treatment and selection of appropriate finishing materials to fulfill standard specifications of internal acoustical and lighting environments. Introduction of architectural acoustics calculations and measurement techniques.
AREN 390 Summer Training
The main purpose of the Summer Training course is to enable the student to: Describe the concepts of the training purpose and the expected outcomes of the training activity. Recognize the concepts of professional organizational structure and breakdown a work environment into its units and work functions. Estimate the time required to accomplish a given task and to figure out the important tasks in a project affecting the outcome of the project. Furthermore, describe the concepts of the principles of engineering practices related to AE specializations.
AREN 470 Construction Project Management
This course aims at understanding construction project management. Topics include: management process, objectives and performance in construction projects; contracting types, project supervision, risk management and working groups; quality control, time and cost control of construction projects; applications and exercises using computer programs.
AREN 480 Design for Sustainability:LEED Lab
This course is designed to enable students in using engineering principles in developing innovative strategies to positively influence the human life, the planet’s environment, and the productivity of engineering infrastructure. Specifically, the course will provide students with an understanding of the principles of design and construction of green structures applying LEED rating systems. Moreover, this course focuses on strategies and metrics for “greening” existing buildings, LEED Laboratory will specifically explore the criteria and documentation needed to evaluate and certify buildings in the LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance v4 rating system.
AREN499 B.Sc. Senior Project
This course aims at tackling engineering projects dealing with design, prototyping, testing and implementation of different engineering solutions to typical engineering problems.
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