College Requirements: Architectural Engineering Course Description 1-1051101 CALCULUS I (3-3-1) 1 Review of some basic concepts. Functions. Limits and Continuity. Derivatives. Applications of derivatives. Integration. Applications of integration. Prerequisite: Engineering major. 2-1051102 CALCULUS II (3-3-1) Transcendental functions. Techniques of integration. L Hospital s rule. Indeterminate forms. Improper integrals. Complex numbers. Conic sections. Prerequisite: 1-1051101. 3-1051211 CALCULUS III (3-3-1) Vectors. Vector valued functions. Functions of several variables. Differentials and applications. Double and triple integrals. Prerequisite: 2-1051102. 1-1051217 MATHEMATICS FOR ENGINEERS (3-3-1) Sequences and series. Linear algebra. First order ordinary differential equations. Applications. Prerequisite: 3-1051211. 0-1052191 PHYSICS FOR ENGINEERS I (3-3-0) Kinematics: kinematics in one and two dimensions. Forces and Newton s laws of motion. Work and energy. Rotational kinematics. Elasticity: elastic deformation. Stress. Strain. Hook s law. Fluids: pressure. Fluids in motion. Equation of continuity. Bernoulli s equation. Viscosity. Temperature and heat: Temperature scales. Thermal expansion. Specific heat capacity. Heat and phase change. Transfer of heat. Prerequisite: Engineering major. 0-1052192 PHYSICS FOR ENGINEERS Lab. I (1-0-3) Experimental demonstrations of the physical relationships and laws taught in the course (308191) Physics for Engineers I. Prerequisite or Co requisite: 0-1052191. 0-1052193 PHYSICS FOR ENGINEERS II (3-3-0) Electrostatics: Electric charges, atomic structure, charging and induction, Coulomb s law, the electric field and lines of force, Gauss s law, potential and potential energy, capacitors, stored energy in capacitors. The electric current: resistors, electromotive force. Magnetic properties of matter. Magnetic Fields and Magnetic Forces: Magnetism and magnetic fields, magnetic flux, motion of charged particles in magnetic fields, force on a conductor, torqueson current loops, Biot- Savrat law, force between parallel conductors, Ampere s law, motional electromotive force, Fraday s law, Lenz s law, self and mutual inductance, energy associated with inductors. Light: nature of light, sources of light, light waves and their speed, the laws of reflection and refraction of light, absorption and illumination. Wave Phenomena: Interference, diffraction, polarization of light. Prerequisite: 0-1052191. 0-1052194 PHYSICS FOR ENGINEERS Lab. II (1-0-3) Experimental demonstrations of the physical relationships and laws taught in the course (308193) Physics for Engineers II. Prerequisite or Co requisite: 0-1052193. 2-1058101 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I (3-3-0) Chemistry and measurement. Atoms, Molecules and Ions. Chemical reactions. Calculations with chemical formulas and equations. The Gaseous State. Gas laws. Thermo-chemistry. Quantum theory of the atoms. Electron configurations and periodicity. Ionic and Covalent bonding. Molecular geometry and chemical bonding theory. Prerequisite: Engineering major. 1 The first number indicates total credit hours per semester, the second number indicates lecture hours per week, and the last number indicates laboratory, studio and/or tutorial hours per week.
1-1058103 EXPERIMENTAL GENERAL CHEMISTRY I (1-0-3) Safety and measurements. Uses of apparatus. Stoichiometry. Gas laws. Thermo-chemistry. Neutralization reactions. Oxidation and reduction reactions. Molecular weight of a volatile liquid. Co-requisite: 2-1058101. 0-501107 ENGINEERING SKILLS & ETHICS (3-3-1) Study skills (time management, note taking, review methods). Problem-solving skills. Communication skills (data presentation, significant figures, units, technical presentations). Survey of engineering disciplines. Introduction to design with applications. Engineering ethics. Prerequisite: Engineering major. 0-501200 PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS FOR ENGINEERS (3-2-3) Classification of data. Graphical representation. Arithmetical description. Probability theory, probability of an event and composite events. Addition rule and multiplication rule, independent events. Counting techniques. Random variables and probability distributions. Expected values. Continuous and discrete random variables. Normal distribution. Binomial distribution. Poisson distribution. Join and marginal probability distributions. Independence of random variables. Random sampling. Prerequisite: 2-1051102. 0-501360 ENGINEERING ECONOMICS (3-2-2) Principles of Engineering Economy. Equivalence and compound interest formula. Single payment model. Uniform payment model. Gradient payment model. Decision Criteria for single and multiple alternatives: Present worth, annual worth, future worth, internal rate of return, and benefit cost ratio. Before and after tax analysis. Prerequisite: 2-1051102. 3-503201 ELECTRIC CIRCUITS (3-2-3) Introduction to circuit analysis. Kirchoff s laws. Circuit s theorems. DC circuit analysis. Transient response in electric circuits. Magnetic circuits. Prerequisites: 2-1051102, 01052193. 2
Architectural Engineering Program Requirements: 0-508110 PRINCIPLES OF ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN (2-1-3) Introduction to design principles and the graphic techniques and methods in architectural design and presentation; the relationship between art, design, and architecture; drawing tools and materials; visual perception, Gestalt perception; visual design fundamentals in architecture; expression in architecture; the building program; the social imagery of the building type; series of exercises involves an understanding of principles that include figure/ground, center of gravity, similarity, nearness, proximity, symmetry, scale, order, dominance, image-ability, legibility, identity, diversity, unity. Prerequisite: A major in architectural engineering or consent of instructor. 0-508111 ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS I (Manual Representation) (2-0-6) Principles of architectural graphics; spatial relationships of points, lines, planes, and solids and voids; architectural drafting conventions; orthographic projections; shades, shadows and perspective techniques; series of exercises advances basic graphic skills emphasizing two and three dimensional thinking including drawing of floor plans, cross sections, graphic diagrams; free hand sketching; model making techniques. Prerequisite: 0-508110. 0-508211 ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS II (Digital Applications) (2-0-6) Introduction to procedures in computer-aided design and graphics used in producing 2D plans and sections, and three-dimensional electronic models associated with architectural design and building construction; series of exercises develops skills in CAD drafting in 2D and 3D, and image processing; presentation packages are utilized for the production, management, rendering and presentation. Prerequisite: 0-508111. 0-508212 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO I (3-1-8) Introduction to project design; simple but complete architectural design projects that place emphasis on space, order, context, and form; projects are hypothetical in nature in real sites; concept development; space definition; contextual constraints; site design; architectural programming; materials; and technology; explorations of functional, aesthetic, and structural aspects of buildings; developing a complete a set of graphics for architectural design projects. Prerequisite: 0-508211. 0-508221 ENGINEERING MECHANICS (3-3-1) Fundamental concepts and principles of mechanics and force systems; Centroids and centers of gravity, moments of inertia; concepts of free-body-diagram; principles of equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies in two and three dimensions; external forces and concept of stress; stresses and strains; axial loading and axial deformation; Hook s law, stresses due to temperature; torsion; pure bending; transverse loading and shear stresses in beams and thin walled members; principal stresses and strains. Prerequisite: 2-1051102. 0-508222 ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURES (3-3-1) Structural engineering; calculation of reactions for statically determinate beams, frames, trusses, and composite structures; force calculation in trusses; shear and moment diagrams for beams and frames; deflection calculations; introduction to arches. Prerequisite: 0-508221. 0-508223 SURVEYING FOR ARCHITECTURE (3-2-3) Introduction; measuring units, significant figures, direct distance measurements with tapes, tape corrections; electronic distance measurements; levels and leveling; longitudinal profiles and cross sections; contouring; area and volume computations; the theodolite and angular measurements; optical distance measurements; rectangular coordinates; traverse surveys and computations; mapping. Prerequisite: 0-508211 and 3-1051211 0-508260 HUMAN-ENVIRONMENT INTERACTIONS (2-2-0) Introduction to design and architecture as discipline and a profession and role and responsibilities of the architect towards the society within its cultural and physical context; human factors involved in design; the dialectic relationships of social, psychological, behavioral, technical/technological 3
and cultural impacts on the creation of built environments; design, culture, architecture and human sciences, psychological processes; human needs and how the social sciences can contribute to architectural design and practice; human interaction with the spatial environment; design components of the built environment; the process of designing built environments; ethical implications for future architects and designers. Prerequisite: 0-508110. 0-508261 HISTORY & THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE I (2-2-0) Chronological development of architecture from pre-history, to Egyptian, Greek, and Byzantine; the development of structural systems, materials, construction and other building systems in the civilizations of Middle and Near East; the path of the principal architectural thoughts and events which led to the development of major architectural and town planning theories; starting with Vitruvius ten Books of Architecture, to the European Art Nouveau movement (1890-1910) and the early influence of reinforced concrete. Concepts of architectural space, form and vocabulary, as well as major town planning concepts and theories from these periods are discussed and critically analyzed. Prerequisite: 0-508260. 0-508311 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO II (3-1-8) Systematic design procedures; complex architectural design projects that place emphasis on analysis of contextual constraints, programmatic requirements, and problem solving processes in architectural design; projects simulate real life conditions with real visit-able sites; activities and objectives, problem definition; generating alternatives; evaluation; selection of solution and communication of project design; considerations of behavioral and cultural aspects, user requirements, building function, construction materials and systems, environmental constraints and climatic influences are emphasized in the projects. Prerequisite: 0-508212. 0-508312 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO III (3-1-8) The comprehensive nature of architectural design; complex and challenging architectural and urban design projects that involve real visit-able sites and possibly real clients; project emphasize program development; definition of client needs; comprehensive site analysis of real urban context; introducing infill complex projects the serve a community; developing criteria for design, intervention strategies; generating alternatives; evaluation of alternatives; selecting and developing a final solution; considerations of project contextual constraints and all factors involved in trade-off thinking processes. Prerequisite: 0-508311. 0-508360 HISTORY & THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE II (2-2-0) Chronological development of architecture from the Early Christian period through the Gothic, to the Renaissance and Baroque periods; from the Baroque period though the Industrial Revolution to the Modern movements; theoretical foundations of 20th century trends in architecture, in the light of worldwide historical developments and their social and technological influences; Modern movement and developments leading to the Post-Modern architectural aesthetics. Prerequisite: 0-508261. 0-508321 STRUCTURAL DESIGN I (3-3-1) Limit-state design of reinforced concrete structures; Loads and load combinations acting on reinforced concrete structures; design of beams; deflections and cracks; design and analysis of floor systems (slabs); and design of columns; design of stairs. Prerequisite: 0-508222. 0-508323 ENGINEERING FLUID MECHANICS (3-3-2) Fluid statics; continuity, momentum, and energy principals via control volumes; ideal and real fluid flow; similitude and dimensional analysis; closed-conduit flow, pumps; study of plumbing systems and fixtures including waste water, water supply, and venting systems; applications to engineering problems. Prerequisite: 0-508221. 0-508331 HEATING, VENTILATION, & AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS DESIGN (3-3-1) Study of the fundamental principles and engineering procedures for the design of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems; HVAC system characteristics; Psychrometric use 4
applications; system and equipment selection; duct design and layout; attention is given to energy conservation techniques and computer applications. Prerequisite: 0-508323. 0-508332 COMPUTER AIDED ARCHITECTURAL ACOUSTICS/LIGHTING DESIGN (3-2-2) Acoustical design for good hearing conditions and noise control; construction details, materials, acoustical properties of room shapes; sound absorption, transmission; theory and application of lighting in buildings; electric light sources, related equipment circuitry; illumination design procedures; day-lighting. exposure to a broad spectrum of modeling software packages; utilizing computers in lighting analysis and design, and room acoustics evaluation. Prerequisite: 3-503201. 0-508341 MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION I (2-1-3) Elements and properties of construction materials and components; fabrication and construction technologies, methods, and processes of different types of materials; properties of building materials; wood, masonry, concrete, steel and glass construction techniques; on-site and off-site processes; interior and exterior finishes; assemblies, detailing and building codes. Lab assignments involve the utilization of Computer Aided Design and Drafting software packages. Prerequisite: 2-1051102, 2-1058101, 0-508212. 0-508342 MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION II (2-1-3) Continuation of elements and properties of construction materials and components; fabrication and construction technologies, methods, and processes of different types of materials; labs place emphasis on developing construction drawings and details of buildings. Lab assignments involve the utilization of Computer Aided Design and Drafting software packages. Prerequisite: 0-508341. 0-508313 COMMUNITY & NEIGHBORHOOD DESIGN WORKSHOP (2-1-4) Introduction to community design theories and techniques, participatory design; collaborative design processes; community involvement in decision making; understanding community needs and resources; housing types; new understanding neighborhood planning and design theories; gated communities; housing design; housing types; community support; projects involve the use of community information in establishing collaborative design process; and developing solutions based on community needs and preferences. Prerequisite: 0-508311 0-508350 THERMODYNAMICS (3-2-3) Introductory examples of energy conversion systems; basic concepts and definitions; properties of pure substance, ideal gases, work and heat; the first law of thermodynamics and its application to systems and control volumes; the second law of thermodynamics and the concept of efficiency; the entropy and irreversibility; selected applications to engineering problems including vaporpower cycles, refrigeration cycles and simple gas turbine cycles. Prerequisite: 3-1051211. 0-508399 PRACTICAL TRAINING (3-0-0) Practical training involves two options offered to Architectural Engineering students based on departmental approval Option 1: Supervised 8 weeks training period at an approved engineering entity (consulting, contracting, industrial, government), intended to provide students with hands-on experience at the work place. Option B: Supervised 8 weeks of intensive studio work a summer session that involves a field trip and an architectural design workshop that is jointly organized by the department and other departments of one of the European Universities In either option, evaluation is based on: daily performance, supervisors input, student s report, and a short presentation; students are required to submit comprehensive summer training reports together with the necessary proof of documents. Prerequisite: Departmental approval. 0-508322 GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING (3-3-2) Soil and rock composition; soil-water system; classification of soil; stress distribution in soil; compressibility of soil; settlement analysis for shallow foundations; soil compaction; shear strength of soil; types of foundations; soil bearing capacity for shallow foundations; introduction to deep foundations, excavation and retaining structures; subsurface investigation. Prerequisite: 0-508221. 5
0-508441 CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING (2-2-2) Introduction to the construction industry; time and cost processes; introduction to project budgeting; quantity take off; equipment processes; safety of construction sites; computer applications in construction engineering. Prerequisite: 0-508341. 0-508442 CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATION (2-2-0) Law of contracts; formation principles; performance of breach of contract obligation; termination of agreement; pre-qualification; contract for construction and engineering services; specifications; professional liability; insurance and bonds; legal aspects in construction and construction claims; arbitration of disputes; local regulations. Prerequisite: 0-508441. SENIOR PROJECT The following two senior project courses represent the capstone project for the students focus on designing a complete architectural engineering project in which they are to illustrate a comprehensive understanding of all types of knowledge gained and skills acquired throughout the years of study. Public oral presentation of the final design schemes and written reports are essential requirements for completion of each course. Computer application and team architectural design and engineering projects are encouraged. 0-508400 SENIOR PROJECT I (3-1-8) In Senior Project I - 508498, emphasis is placed upon program development, response to contextual constraints; and deep involvement in articulating a complete design solution reaching to a high degree of practicality and implement-ability. Prerequisite: 0-508312, and architectural engineering senior standing. 0-508401 SENIOR PROJECT II (3-1-8) In Senior Project II, emphasis is place upon transforming the architectural design schematic drawings into construction documents, including the development of system design and analysis techniques such as integrated design of structural, mechanical, and electrical and environmental systems. Project outcomes are developed with consideration given to social, cultural, ethical, environmental, accessibility, safety, and reliability factors. Prerequisite: 0-508400. 6
Architectural Engineering Elective Courses (Technical Electives): 0-508411 INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE (2-1-3) Introduction to concepts of interior space, color, color schemes in interior spaces; natural and artificial lighting; material selection, furnishing styles; application on home, commercial, and office interiors; way-finding systems and signage design; impact of interior space qualities on human comfort, behavior, and attitude; series of exercises on detailing interior spaces including rendering, coloring, and furnishing; developing interior schematic design packages. Prerequisite: 0-508312, and senior architectural engineering standing 0-508412 INTRODUCTION TO URBAN DESIGN & LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE (2-1-3) Introduction to history and theory of urban spatial design; chronological development of urban spaces throughout the history; urban space design; human and public activities; installation arts in public spaces; principles of landscape design; site design problems incorporating a mixture of cultural, environmental, and historical topics provide a framework for students to develop their analytical skills, communication techniques, and general understanding of public space design. Prerequisite: 0-508312, 0-508360, and senior architectural engineering standing 0-508413 OVERVIEW OF CITY & REGIONAL PLANNING (2-1-3) History of urban planning; urban and regional theory and analysis; growth management; smart growth; new urbanism; management of regional growth and modeling; land use planning methods; urban engineering, Infrastructure, transportation, and environmental planning and assessment; sustainable urban development; regional economic analysis and development. Prerequisite: Senior architectural engineering standing 0-508460 ISLAMIC ARCHITECTURE IN THE ARAB WORLD (2-2-0) Chronological development of Islamic civilization and architecture from Umayyad in Syria and Iraq, through the classical and late classical periods in Spain, North Africa, the Middle East, including Mesopotamia, Fatimid, Ayyubid, Mamluk, and Ottoman architecture; influences of Islamic architecture on other architectural styles of the same periods and vice versa; Islamic art, geometry, calligraphy and variations in cultural attitudes in architectural styles; development and evaluation of contemporary architecture in Muslim communities is introduced. Prerequisite: 0-508360 and Senior level in Architectural Engineering program. 0-508461 QATARI ARCHITECTURE & CONTEMPORARY PRACTICES (2-2-0) Comprehensive understanding of latest developments in the Architecture of Qatar; highlights of traditional Qatari architecture; relationship to developments in the GCC member countries and the global context; impact of trans-national practices; architectural practice in Qatar; the architectural and urban scene of Qatar; series of research reports on current projects and interviews with principals of Qatari architects. Prerequisite: 0-508360, and architectural engineering senior standing 0-508462 TRENDS IN CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE (2-2-0) Exploration of emerging ideas, concepts, and methods in architecture and urban design; building types for special populations including children, seniors, under-represented communities, people with special needs; sustainable and green architecture, sustainable communities; smart growth and new urbanism; critical regionalism; urban conservation and renewal; series of research reports on current projects involving intensive library and online research. Prerequisite: 0-508360, and architectural engineering senior standing 0-508463 FACILITY MANAGEMENT, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE (2-2-1) Principles of facility management (FM); facility management skills and functions; planning, administration and space utilization; human and environmental factors, health, safety, security; building support services; building operation and maintenance; approaches and strategies for effective management and operation of facilities; information systems in facility management. Prerequisite: 0-508312, 0-508331, and architectural engineering senior standing 0-508464 POST OCCUPANCY EVALUATION OF BUILDINGS (2-2-1) Introduction to post occupancy evaluation (POE) and facility performance evaluation (FPE); the building performance concept; performance measurement; elements of building performance: spatial, technical, behavioral, and technological criteria; indoor environmental quality; types and levels of effort of POE; planning and implementing post occupancy evaluation studies. Prerequisite: 0-508260, and architectural engineering senior standing 7
0-508324 STRUCTURAL DESIGN II (2-2-1) Loads on steel structures; structural systems and general layout; design of tension members, compression members, columns, beams, and beam-columns; connections; corrosion protection of steel structures; cost estimate of steel structures; introduction to composite steel-concrete constructions; reinforced concrete framed structures; reinforced concrete foundation. Prerequisite: 0-508321, and architectural engineering senior standing. 0-508431 BUILDING ENERGY CONSERVATION TECHNOLOGIES (2-2-1) Identification of the optimal energy performance achievable with various types of buildings and service systems; reduction of infiltration; control systems and strategies to achieve optimal energy performance; effective utilization of daylight, heat pumps, passive and active solar heaters, heat storage and heat pipes in new and old buildings. Prerequisite: Architectural engineering senior standing. 0-508443 PROJECT BUDGETING (2-2-1) Concepts of pricing and markup, development of historic costs, life cycle costing, change order and conceptual estimating, and emphasizing microcomputer methods; project budgeting techniques; balance sheet and financial management; quantity surveying including cost estimating for large projects and other engineering works. Prerequisite: 0-508341, and architectural engineering senior standing. 0-508444 PROJECT PLANNING AND SCHEDULING (2-2-1) Introduction to Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), network methods of project planning & scheduling, such as AON, PERT, bar-charting, line-of-balance, and CPM techniques. project compression analysis and control; computer applications in project management; the laboratory component of this course covers modern project management tools and techniques on the personal computer. Prerequisite: 0-508341, and architectural engineering senior standing. 0-508445 MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN CONSTRUCTION (2-2-1) Understanding the potential, the advantages, and the difficulties associated with using Information Technology to gain a strategic advantage in the building industry; knowing the various components of any Information System; selection of suitable hardware and software for a certain design or construction task; development and implementation of buildings-oriented databases; use of the Internet to develop web pages for project information. Prerequisite: 508332, and architectural engineering senior standing. Plus all 400 level courses in the Department of Civil Engineering upon academic advisor approval. All Architectural Engineering Electives are carrying 2 Credit Hours loads. 8