ACH 262H - Architectural Travel Study 1-Honors

3 credit hours - 30 hours of lecture and 45 hours of laboratory
This is an Honors course.

Explore significant architecture in various trip destinations. Analyze site specific architecture through tours and in-person observations. Experience architecture from several time periods that has influenced design throughout the world. Examine architectural design styles within the context of the trip destination such as monuments, outdoor spaces, museums, civic and religious buildings, along with other historic and contemporary structures.

Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for Honors courses.

Crosslisted: Also offered as ACH 262 ; credit not given for both ACH 262 and ACH 262H.

Note: Complete and present an honors capstone research that extends beyond the classroom. This travel study course is taught primarily on site and requires pre and post-trip meetings. Students are required to sign up for the associated travel section and pay for travel fees separately. Students are also required to have a valid passport 90 days prior to departure and valid 90 days after the return date.

Location(s) Typically Offered: Off Campus (OF)

Term(s) Typically Offered: Summer

Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Analyze designs.
Evaluate architectural building types.
Develop presentation skills.
Incorporate sketching as a design communication tool.
Identify architectural design styles.
Investigate cultural influences and responses.