degree program • course descriptions

Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies

Requirements and Core Courses
The four-year pre-professional bachelor of science in architectural studies is a program primarily for those who want a foundation in the study of architecture.

This degree at WSU is not accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) but instead is designed for students who want to work in an architecturally related discipline such as planning, technology, project and community development, or within government agencies. However, this degree may also be used as a preparation for continued education in a professional degree program.

Students who pursue this option at WSU must complete all University requirements in addition to school requirements listed below. Due to limitations of space and faculty, enrollment in second-year courses and certification as a major in architecture can be granted to only the most qualified students.

PRE-ARCHITECTURE:

FRESHMAN YEAR (First Semester)
Arch 101—Graphic Communications
Math 171
or Physics requirement 101 or 201
Engl 101—Introductory writing
GenEd 110 or 111 (GER)—World Civilization I or II
GER electives (H,I,G,S,K)

FRESHMAN YEAR (Second Semester)
Arch 103—Visual Design
Arch 202—The Built Environment
GER elective (C)
Math 171— Calculus I
or Math 206—Mathematical Analysis for Architects
or Phys 101—General Physics
or Phys 201—General Physics

CERTIFIED PROGRAM:
The School of Architecture and Construction Management accepts 45-50 students into the second year. WSU students who wish to enroll in second year must submit an application to the School of Architecture and Construction Management during the previous spring semester. To be considered, a student must have completed at least 26 semester credit hours of architectural program requirements. Selection is based on the student's GPA in the 26+ semester credit hours of required course work. If students do not complete Arch 101, 103, 201, and 203 at WSU, they will be required to submit visual evidence of their architectural graphic and design work for review by the Admissions Committee.

SOPHOMORE YEAR (First Semester)
Arch 201—Architectural Design I
Arch 220—Ancient History
Arch 330—Materials/Construction I
Phys 101—General Physics [P]
or 201—Physics for Scientists and Engineers [P]
or Math GER

SOPHOMORE YEAR (Second Semester)
Arch 203—Architectural Design II
Arch 209—Design Theory I
Arch 324—Renaissance to 19th Century Architecture
Physical Sciences (GER)
Social Sciences (GER)

JUNIOR YEAR (First Semester)
Arch 301—Architectural Design III
Arch 309—Architectural Theory II
Arch 351—Architectural Structures I
Arch 353—Architectural Structures Studio
Arch 432—Environmental Controls I

JUNIOR YEAR (Second Semester)
Arch 303—Architectural Design IV
Arch 352—Architectural Structures II
Arch 354—Architectural Structures Studio II
Arch 433—Environmental Controls II
Biological Sciences (GER)

SENIOR YEAR (First Semester)
Arch 409—Architectural Design V
Arch 463—Computer-aided Design I
Arch 472—Construction/Communication/Codes
GER

SENIOR YEAR (Second Semester)
Arch 403—Architectural Design VI
Architectural emphasis electives

([P] = Meets general education requirement in Physical Science)