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School of Architecture
Electives Electives should be selected to comply with the appropriate
• Will have utilized the close relationship with the architecture program to develop a special ability to collaborate with and relate to architects; and • Will have a positive attitude for life-long learning. The architectural engineering program has adopted the following program outcomes: 1. an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering; 2. an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data; 3. an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability; 4. an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams; 5. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems; 6. an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility; 7. an ability to communicate effectively; 8. the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context; 9. a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning; 10. a knowledge of contemporary issues; and 11. an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice. The program outcomes were adopted with the concept that they would provide students with the educational experience necessary to successfully achieve the longer-term program educational objectives. Undergraduate Curriculum The programs in architecture and architectural engineering are five years long and offer the professional degrees of Bachelor of Architecture and Bachelor of Architectural Engineering. Undergraduate Admission Students who satisfy the University admission requirements and CEAT Admissions standards are eligible to enroll for the first two years of the program (pre-professional). Upon completion of these two years, the most qualified students are selected, upon application, by the School for admission to the upper division (professional program). Admission is based upon academic achievement and professional potential. Admission criteria are subject to annual review by the School and may be obtained directly from the School. Transfer students are required to furnish transcripts and course descriptions for previous classroom courses, as well as examples of previous studio work. Evaluation and enrollment by the School is on a course-by-course basis for all transfer students. General Education All students of OSU are required to complete 40 hours of general education coursework. English composition, American History, Political Science, Social sciences, basic science and mathematics are part of the General Education requirements. Some required course work in History and Theory of Architecture can be used for General Education (H) credit.
undergraduate degree requirements for the program. (See 3.2 “Changes in Degree Requirements” in the “University Academic Regulations (p. 810)” section of the Catalog.) These requirements assure compliance with institutional and accreditation criteria. Study Abroad The School of Architecture is committed to preparing its graduates for the professional opportunities presented by the expanding global economy. As part of this preparation, the School offers a five-week Summer European Study Program based in Rome, Italy. This program has been designed to supplement the required curriculum. Students study, in an organized and disciplined fashion, major examples of modern and historic European architecture, including urban issues. Both analytic and artistic sketching skills, and descriptive writing, are the main tools developed in this course of study. Experience has shown that the Summer European Study Program significantly increases a student’s level of maturity, independent thinking, and cultural and social awareness of others. Knowing the values and accomplishments of other cultures not only deepens and broadens knowledge and abilities; it also makes a student a better and more responsible citizen of his or her own country. Starting for freshman matriculating in the fall of 2016, the BArch curriculum will require a longer-term study abroad experience as a condition for graduation.. Faculty and Facilities In keeping with the professional orientation of the School, the faculty have extensive experience as successful practicing architects and architectural engineers, as well as outstanding scholastic records. The diversity of the faculty is a strength. The school moved into a new facility in 2009, the Donald W. Reynolds School of Architecture Building, which includes spacious design studios, a greatly expanded architectural library, day-lighting lab, computer lab, classroom facilities and many other amenities. The Donald W. Reynolds School of Architecture received an AIA Oklahoma Honor Award recognizing its outstanding design in 2011. Computers All School of Architecture students enrolled in either the architecture or architectural engineering programs will be required to purchase a laptop computer as they enter the design studio sequence. Updated specifications for the computer and software will be provided each year, and posted to the School's website. Student Work Projects submitted for regular class assignments may be retained by the School. All work not retained will be returned to the student. Student Body With the curriculum based upon extensive and personalized student- faculty interaction, the student-faculty ratio in studio courses is set at approximately 16 to one. Annual student enrollment is approximately 300 students.
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