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AREN 423 Advanced Architectural Design Studio
This course introduces students to theory of building systems integration, and systems-based approach to the design process. Students are engaged in an integrated engineering design process of a small-scale project with a real-life design problem. Students use building simulation tools to analyze and propose for integrated performance of building systems. Through design projects, students explore emerging directions in engineering design, along with emerging directions and tools for engineering design.
AREN 471 Codes, Contracts and Specifications
Students in this class will study the basic knowledge of construction contracts and specifications in architecture and engineering. Topics include law of contracts, torts, agency, the independent contractor, real property liens, partnerships and corporations. Also included are litigation, arbitration of disputes, labor laws in construction work, bidding procedures and specification writing.
AREN 481 Building Commissioning of Green Buildings
This course will explore the fundamental principles of building commissioning process required for green buildings with focusing on Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) buildings as building commissioning is an essential part of LEED certification and high performance buildings. Students will gain a comprehensive background in the area of building commission to support their knowledge and enhance their skills in the field of green building design and construction
AREN 482 Building Performance Analysis
The primary focus of this course is the study of the thermal, luminous and acoustic behavior of buildings. The course examines the basic scientific principles underlying these phenomena and introduces students to a range of technologies and analysis techniques for designing comfortable indoor environments. Students will be challenged to apply these techniques and explore the role energy and light can play in shaping architecture.
AREN 484 Applications of Building Information Modeling in Building Construction
The aim of the course is to give students a practical, hands-on introduction to BIM and related computer-based techniques for the documentation and modelling of designed structures. The course will be focusing on the processes involved in developing a full 3D design object model, not for the purpose of visualization alone, but more importantly as a tool for understanding and documenting how a proposed building design fits together and how it will perform during use.
AREN 485 Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Applications for Buildings
This course is designed to introduce students to emerging renewable energy technologies and
sustainable building design practices. Both the practical applications and underlying theories will be addressed. Topics will include: The Construction/Engineering Design & Implementation Process, Green Building Practices especially those related to Energy Efficiency, Solar photovoltaic (PV),Wind Turbines, Solar Energy and other forms of renewable energy.
AREN 491 Special Topic in Architectural Engineering
The main purpose of the Special topic in Architectural Engineering course is to enable the student to: Recognize the worth of enhancing knowledge in the field of architectural engineering. Describe the importance of specializing in latest architectural engineering topics. Explain the value of specializing in a particular selected topic. Summarize the specific needs and requirements of selected types of architectural engineering topics.
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