Course Overview
The purpose of this course is to apply building science knowledge and skills to the architectural design process. This course will integrate with ARSC 7006 (Predesign Studio). Through a series of lectures and work assignments, students will create a holistic site analysis. Design strategies will be integrated for resilience to set performance goals and drivers for the graduating project.
Prerequisite(s)
Credits
3.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Generate and evaluate climate-related data.
- Forecast future conditions based on climate research.
- Assess passive and active design strategies.
- Support the concept of eco-regions through research and design.
- Propose performance drivers for the graduating project site and building design.
- Advocate performance goals in a stakeholder group.
- Demonstrate professional best practice individually and collaboratively.
Effective as of Winter 2026
Related Programs
Building Envelope Lab (ARSC 7350) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Construction and the Environment
- Architectural Science
Bachelor of Architectural Science Full-time
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