DEA 4590 - Problem-Seeking through Programming

(LAD-HE, SBA-HE) (CU-CEL)

Fall. 3 credits. Letter grades only.

Grade only for all DEA majors. Grade option for non-majors. Cost of materials: approximately $100. Co-meets with DEA 6500.

N. Ahmadi.

An architectural program is used to define the design problem, guide the design process and evaluate design solutions. Students will develop skills in preparing a program while keeping in mind the potential audiences. This course emphasizes the role of social science research and environment - behavior interaction in facility planning and in the design process.

Outcome 1: Students will be able to identify different design programming methods and understanding key issues to consider in selecting and implementing a particular programming approach through lectures, readings, and hands-on exercise (grounding in disciplines and fields).

Outcome 2: Students will utilize social science research, facility management skills, and design concepts to develop a program of space requirements (multidisciplinary perspectives).

Outcome 3: Students will be able to develop critical success factors in developing and managing an effective programming process by participating in a major programming project for a real client (critical thinking).