Faculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PGROGRAMS This major focuses on the intersection of architecture, urban planning, and sustainability to create functional, aesthetically pleasing, and environmentally responsible spaces. Students explore key areas such as green building design, ecological planning, sustainable materials, and energy-efficient systems. The program emphasizes innovation, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary collaboration, preparing graduates for careers in sustainable architecture, urban design, landscape planning, and environmental consultancy. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the principles of sustainable and ecological design. - Develop skills in site planning, energy-efficient building systems, and environmental analysis. - Learn techniques for integrating natural and built environments harmoniously. - Explore the impact of design decisions on human health and ecological sustainability. - Study green construction materials, renewable energy solutions, and water management. - Analyze case studies in sustainable architecture and urban development. - Apply creative and technical approaches to designing environmentally responsible spaces. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Environmental Design** - Overview of sustainable architecture, urban planning, and ecological design principles. 2. **Green Building and Sustainable Architecture** - Techniques for energy-efficient buildings, passive design, and net-zero construction. 3. **Urban Planning and Environmental Impact** - Strategies for designing sustainable cities, public spaces, and transportation systems. 4. **Sustainable Materials and Construction** - Study of eco-friendly materials, waste reduction, and life-cycle assessment. 5. **Energy and Water Management in Design** - Renewable energy integration, water conservation, and climate-responsive design. 6. **Landscape and Ecological Planning** - Techniques for biodiversity preservation, green spaces, and urban forestry. 7. **Human-Centered and Biophilic Design** - Enhancing well-being through nature-inspired and occupant-focused environments. 8. **Smart and Resilient Design Strategies** - Incorporating technology for smart cities and climate-adaptive infrastructure. 9. **Environmental Policy and Regulations** - Study of sustainability certifications (LEED, BREEAM), zoning laws, and green policies. 10. **Capstone Project in Environmental Design** - Development of a sustainable design proposal with ecological and architectural integration. **Assessment Methods:** - Architectural and urban design projects with sustainability analysis. - Case studies on green buildings and resilient urban planning. - Research papers on environmental policy, materials, and energy solutions. - Internships with architecture firms, environmental organizations, or city planning departments. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Sustainable Design: A Critical Guide" by David Bergman. - "Design with Nature" by Ian McHarg. - "The New Carbon Architecture" by Bruce King. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of architecture, urban planning, or environmental science is recommended. **Major Duration:** Typically 3–4 years, including coursework, studio projects, and fieldwork. **Target Audience:** Aspiring architects, urban planners, landscape designers, and sustainability consultants interested in creating environmentally responsible spaces. This major equips students with the skills to design innovative, sustainable, and resilient built environments that enhance both human well-being and ecological balance.