4.UR

Undergraduate Research in Design (UROP)

Research and project activities, which cover the range represented by the various research interests and projects in the Department.

consult S. Tibbits
IAP
2025
TBA
U
Schedule
consult dept. UROP rep
Prerequisites
permission of instructor
Can Be Repeated for Credit
Yes
4.THU

Undergraduate Thesis

Program of thesis research leading to the writing of an SB thesis. Intended for seniors. Twelve units recommended.

Advisor
IAP
2025
0-1-11
U
Schedule
see advisor
Prerequisites
4.119 or 4.THT
Required Of
BSAD
Can Be Repeated for Credit
Yes
4.THG

Graduate Thesis

Program of research and writing of thesis; to be arranged by the student with supervising committee. 

Advisor
IAP
2025
TBA
G
Schedule
see advisor
Prerequisites
permission of instructor
Required Of
All graduate degrees except SMACT
Can Be Repeated for Credit
Yes
4.689

Preparation for History, Theory and Criticism PhD Thesis

Required for doctoral students in HTC as a prerequisite for work on the doctoral dissertation. Prior to candidacy, doctoral students are required to write and orally defend a proposal laying out the scope of their thesis, its significance, a survey of existing research and literature, the methods of research to be adopted, a bibliography and plan of work. Work is done in consultation with HTC Faculty, in accordance with the HTC PhD Degree Program guidelines.

Advisor
IAP
2025
TBA
G
Schedule
see advisor
Prerequisites
permission of instructor
Required Of
PhD HTC
Can Be Repeated for Credit
Yes
4.489

Preparation for Building Technology PhD Thesis

Selection of thesis topic, definition of method of approach, and preparation of thesis proposal. Independent study supplemented by individual conference with faculty.

Advisor
IAP
2025
3-0-3
G
Schedule
see advisor
Prerequisites
permission of instructor
Required Of
PhD BT
Can Be Repeated for Credit
Yes
4.488

Preparation for BT Thesis

Selection of thesis topic, definition of method of approach, and preparation of thesis proposal. Independent study supplemented by individual conference with faculty.

Advisor
IAP
2025
TBA
G
Schedule
see advisor
Prerequisites
permission of instructor
Required Of
SMBT
Can Be Repeated for Credit
Yes
4.190

Professional Experience in Architecture

Practical experience through summer and January IAP internships secured by the student in the field of architecture, urbanism, digital design, art, or building technology. Before registering for this subject, students must have an offer from the organization and complete the Department of Architecture application with their advisor's signature. Upon completion of the internship, students must submit an evaluation form available from the departmental academic office. Students are limited to a total of three approved experiences.

Internship Supervisor
IAP
2025
0-1-0
G
Schedule
N/A
Location
N/A
Prerequisites
Permission of instructor
Open Only To
Course 4 graduate students
Can Be Repeated for Credit
Yes
4.109

Materials and Fabrication for Architecture

Provides the material system knowledge and fabrication process skills to successfully engage with all areas of the shop, from precision handwork to multi-axis computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining. Progresses through a series of basic exercises that introduce the material and workflow, concluding with more complex problems that explore opportunities and issues specific to architecture.

IAP
2025
0-3-6
G
Schedule
MTWRF 12:30-5:30
Location
N51-160
Prerequisites
Permission of instructor
Enrollment
Limited to 12
Preference Given To
1st-year MArch
Can Be Repeated for Credit
No
4.090

Practical Experience in Architecture for Undergraduates

Practical experience through summer and January IAP internships secured by the student in the field of architecture, urbanism, digital design, art, or building technology. Before registering for this subject, students must have an offer from a company or organization and complete the Department of Architecture application signed by the advisor. Upon completion of the internship, students must submit an evaluation form available from the departmental academic office. Students are limited to a total of three approved experiences. 

Internship Supervisor
IAP
2025
0-1-0
U
Schedule
N/A
Location
N/A
Prerequisites
Permission of instructor
Open Only To
Course 4 undergraduates
Can Be Repeated for Credit
Yes
4.02A

Design Studio: How to Design Intensive

Introduces fundamental design principles as a way to demystify design and provide a basic introduction to all aspects of the process. Stimulates creativity, abstract thinking, representation, iteration, and design development. Equips students with skills to have more effective communication with designers, and develops their ability to apply the foundations of design to any discipline.

IAP
2025
2-5-2
U
Schedule
Jan. 13-31, 2025:
Lecture: MTWRF 10-12
Lab: MTWRF 1-5
Location
studio 7 (7-434)
Required Of
BSA, BSAD, A Minor
Enrollment
Limited to 30
HASS
A
Preference Given To
BSA, BSAD, A Minor, D Minor
Can Be Repeated for Credit
No