CARC - College of Architecture (CARC)
CARC 101 Cultural and Social Issues in the Natural, Built and Virtual Environment
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Introduction to cultural and social issues in planning, design, construction, creativity and the visual arts; explores historical and social ways individual and collective values, beliefs and policies are manifested in architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, construction science and the arts. Emphasizes student-led discussion of topics that relate to social issues and the built environment, such as housing, gentrification, environmental justice, public monuments and memorials, labor force issues in the built environment industries and other contemporary issues. Strengthens students’ communication skills through emphasis on civil discourse, reflection and collaboration in a multicultural society.
CARC 181 First Year Seminar
Credits 0-1.
0-1 Other Hours.
Seminar on various contemporary topics; introduction to high quality college instruction, research and mentorship; focus on writing, speaking, exploration, discussion and research. May be taken two times for credit. Prerequisites: First year in college and College of Architecture undergraduate studies.
CARC 291 Research
Credits 1 to 4.
1 to 4 Other Hours.
Research conducted under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated 2 times for credit. Prerequisites: Freshman or sophomore classification and approval of instructor.
CARC 300 College of Architecture Study Abroad
Credits 1 to 18.
1 to 18 Other Hours.
For students in approved study abroad programs participating in reciprocal educational exchange programs. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification; approval of assistant dean for international programs and initiatives.
CARC 301 Field Studies in Design Innovation
Credits 1 to 18.
1 to 18 Other Hours.
Design innovation in international and domestic environments away from the Texas A&M University campus; emphasis on the cultural, social, economic, geographical, climatic and technological factors influencing design solutions for human needs. May be taken up to two times in the same semester. Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification; CARC 481; approval of assistant dean for international programs and initiatives.
CARC 311 Field Studies in Design Communication
Credits 3.
2 Lecture Hours.
4 Lab Hours.
Design communication in international and domestic environments away from the Texas A&M University campus; emphasis on the tools, methods and techniques for design communication. May be taken up to two times in the same semester. Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification; approval of assistant dean for international programs and initiatives.
CARC 321 Field Studies in Design Technology
Credits 3.
3 Other Hours.
Design technology in international and domestic environments away from the Texas A&M University campus; emphasis on structural, material and environmental systems and methods of construction utilized to realize design solutions. May be taken up to two times in the same semester. Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification; approval of assistant dean for international programs and initiatives.
CARC 331 Field Studies in Design Philosophy
Credits 3.
3 Other Hours.
Design philosophy in international and domestic environments away from the Texas A&M University campus; emphasis on the historical, philosophical, cultural, social and economic factors that influence design solutions. May be taken up to two times in the same semester. Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; approval of assistant dean for international programs and initiatives.
CARC 411 Interdisciplinary Methods on Smart and Connected Communities
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Empirical cases of smart and connected communities; development of critical thinking and teambuilding skills; exposure to interdisciplinary collaboration; exploration of serving vulnerable populations and small communities with emerging technologies; exploration of promises and challenges of disruptive technologies; discussion of community engagement; opportunities and socio-economic disruptions brought by the emerging technologies from a diverse and global perspective; strategies and frameworks to utilize smart-city technologies in a diverse and global society. Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification or approval of instructor.
CARC 412 Interdisciplinary Capstone on Smart and Connected Communities
Credits 3.
3 Lecture Hours.
Interdisciplinary capstone project; smart and connected communities; scalable interventions to address challenges of small, underserved communities; preparation in critical thinking and creative problem solving; measurable impacts on a real community. Must be taken on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis.
CARC 421 Interdisciplinary Project Delivery Through Real-World Projects
Credits 1 to 3.
1 to 3 Lecture Hours.
Interaction and observation of interdisciplinary teams of the Built Environment during the planning, designing and/or constructing of real-world project(s). May be taken for credit up to 6 hours. Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; approval of instructor.
CARC 481 Seminar
Credits 0-1.
0-1 Other Hours.
Preparatory seminar for select College of Architecture study away and internships; topics include introduction to the language, culture and history of study abroad location. Must be taken prior to the student’s study away semester. Must be taken on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis. Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; approval of assistant dean for international programs and initiatives.
CARC 484 Internship
Credits 1 to 6.
0 Lecture Hours.
1 to 6 Other Hours.
Practical experience in a working situation either during the semester or summer; work experience must have relevance to the degree sought and career objectives. Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification required; approval of academic advisor required; USAR majors.
CARC 485 Directed Studies
Credits 1 to 6.
1 to 6 Other Hours.
Individual research in architecture, construction science or landscape architecture in an international or domestic environment away from the Texas A&M University campus. May be taken up to two times in the same semester. Prerequisite: Junior or senior classification; approval of assistant dean for international programs and initiatives.
CARC 489 Special Topics in...
Credits 1 to 4.
1 to 4 Lecture Hours.
0 to 4 Lab Hours.
Selected topics in an identified area of architecture. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; approval of assistant dean for international programs and initiatives.
CARC 491 Research
Credits 1 to 4.
1 to 4 Other Hours.
Research conducted under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated 2 times for credit. Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; approval of assistant dean for international programs and initiatives.