ARCH-4540

Professional Practice

An introduction to architectural practice as related to accomplishing design projects. An overview of professional obligations, registration and conduct, architects’ roles in project delivery, and office organization and management for delivering professional services. In-depth examination of architects’ responsibilities for health, safety, and welfare in design; building code requirements for fire protection, life safety, and accessibility; economics of building systems and assemblies; design and construction contracts; and design documentation. Corequisite: Students in ARCH-4300 Design Development Studio are required to coregister. Fall and spring terms annually.

2 credit hours