ARCH 300 - Introduction to Design

    Recent Professors
    John D. Terry
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    2
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ARCH 300
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    ARCH 300 Introduction to Design Professions Units: 2 Hours: 36 hours LEC Prerequisite: None. Transferable: CSU; UC This course is a comprehensive study of the professions related to the built environment including architecture, landscape architecture, construction management, construction, city and urban planning, interior design, building inspection, environmental and energy planning. Guest speakers from various design and construction professions will engage students in discussions related to their professional practice and the necessary preparation in education and experience. Each student will evaluate his/her interest and potential of success in the areas of his/her choice. The course will include an overview of architectural history, an introduction to some of the major architects and class discussion of current issues in the environmental design professions. Additional topics in the class will include: transfer, licensing requirements and environmental design vocabulary.
    Usually Held
    Wed 12:00pm–2:05pm, Wed 3:15pm–5:05pm