Architecture and Civil Engineering majors typically take the following courses in the fall semester of their first year:
First-Year Experience Learning Community Courses
We will register you in these courses.
- Philosophy (PHIL 201)
- English Composition (ENG 101) OR Theology (TRS 201)
Why am I taking these classes? Honors students take equivalent honors courses.
Major Courses
You will need to choose and register for these courses.
- Introduction to Architecture (ARPL 101)
- Introduction to Engineering Design and Professionalism (ENGR 102)
- Math 121, or other calculus-sequence course depending placement exam (see below)
- Introduction to Computer Programming w/ MATLAB (CSC 113)
- Applied Steel and Fabrication (CEE 200)
Math Placement Exam
Your major requires you to take the math placement exam to determine what math course is the right level for you. For more information on math placement, please review the Mathematics Department’s placement exam instructions.
About Your First Semester Courses
The dual degree Architecture and Civil Engineering major is a five-year program that encompasses both discipline areas.
To begin your study of architecture this fall, you should register for Introduction to Architecture (ARPL 101). Besides an introduction to the world of design and architecture, this class will help you raise your powers of observation and awareness of the quality of the designed environment.
Register for Introduction to Engineering Design and Professionalism (ENGR 102), a general introduction to the design process for all the engineering disciplines.
You will need to take Calculus 1 (MATH 121). To find out if you are ready for calculus, take the calculus placement exam and register for the math course into which you place. Placement can also be determined by an AP or IB exam; consult with your advisor if this applies to you.
You will also register for Introduction to Computer Programming (CSC 113) and the 1-credit course Applied Steel and Fabrication (CEE 200).
Know which courses you want? Get registered.