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Catholic University of America
The School of Architecture & Planning
ARCH 623: SUSTAINABLE DESIGN STRATEGIES
3 Credits
FALL 2008
Classroom
All classes are Mondays 6:00 p.m. - 9:20 p.m. in 13 McMahon (NOT 108 MCGIVNEY) unless otherwise noted.
Contact Information:
Dr. Raj Barr-Kumar, FAIA RIBA IIDA USGBC BARRR@cua.edu
202-421-1010 Office: Crough B016E
Office Hours: Mondays / Tuesdays 5:00pm to 6:00pm by appointment
Course Objectives:
1. To learn to design in response to climate and context.
2. To learn holistic design, balancing economic need and environmental responsibility.
3. To explore cutting edge strategies and technologies that promote sustainable design.
4. To understand and espouse zero-net energy strategies and the 2030 Initiative.
5. To develop an intuitive understanding of architectural strategies and systems regarding sustainable design.
Instructional Methods:
Seminars, lectures, research, case studies.
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