Building Science and Technology: Building Systems

In preparation for a fluid and evolving contemporary design practice, this course introduces physical prototyping and strategies for fabrication in a computational era. Across platforms and instruments, exercises and readings emphasize process development as a core competency in architecture. A lecture component provides a technological overview, situated in a long-term cultural perspective and a theoretical framework. Focused lab modules provides exposure to a range of prototyping and fabrication resources at SOA, where students gain hands on experience.