Program Requirements
This concentration is a 45-credit, three-term (Fall, Winter, and Fall) program based on a design-intensive professional curriculum and centred on the design studio. Students work in a traditional studio format for the first two terms and with individual advisers in the terminal design project course in the third (Fall) term. Complementary and elective courses are organized to provide flexibility in individual program design and create opportunities to both explore the discipline and focus on subject areas related to research and design interests.
Required Courses (32 credits)
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ARCH 550 Urban Planning and Development (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : A survey of municipal, regional and provincial actions to guide urban development in Canada, with a particular emphasis on Montreal and Quebec. It also introduces students to concepts in real-estate development and highlights the relationship between developers and planners.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Luka, Nicholas (Winter)
(3-0-6)
Prerequisite: B.Sc.(Arch.) or permission of instructor
Restriction: Not normally open to Urban Planning students
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ARCH 672 Architectural Design 1 (6 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Project-based graduate studio focused on program, site, construction, and contemporary technologies.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Theodore, David; Jemtrud, Michael; Casamor Maldonado, Antonio (Fall)
(2-10-6)
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ARCH 673 Architectural Design 2 (6 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Project-based graduate studio focused on the integration of skills and research in architecture and urban design.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Mellin, Robert; Newton, David; Theodore, David (Winter)
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ARCH 674 Professional Practice 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : The Professional Code, the Architect's Act and the architect's responsibilities to clients, colleagues and society, including professional ethics, responsibility in design, contractual arrangements, business conduct, construction supervision, issuing of certificates, construction and project management, concepts of architectural specification writing, building costs and life cycle costing.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Covo, David (Winter)
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ARCH 677 Architectural Design 3 (9 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Project-based graduate studio focused on the investigation of architectural and urban issues through design research.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Türeli, Aysenur; Gallanti, Fabrizio (Fall)
(2-10-15)
Prerequisite: ARCH 673
Restriction: Open only to students enrolled in M.Arch. (Professional) Non-Thesis; Design Studio.
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ARCH 678 Advanced Construction (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : An exploration of construction in relation to architectural design; research in advanced methods of construction and structure related to design problems and built projects; appropriate technologies and alternatives.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Newton, David (Fall)
(2-0-7)
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ARCH 680 Field Sketching (2 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Observation, notebook recording, sketching in a range of media in the field in Montreal and other urban sites. Eight days of supervised field sketching outside Montreal, followed by local fieldwork and coursework examining architectural sketching as a process that develops an intellectual and physical framework for encounters with the urban environment.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Covo, David; Mellin, Robert (Fall)
(2-0-4)
Complementary Courses
10-13 credits selected as follows:
Group A:
3-13 credits chosen from the following courses:
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ARCH 523 Significant Texts and Buildings (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Critical study of significant architectural thought since 1750 as it has been expressed in buildings and texts (treatises, manifestos, criticisms). A specific theme will be addressed every year to allow in-depth interpretations of the material presented and discussed.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Castro, Ricardo L (Winter)
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ARCH 525 Seminar on Analysis and Theory (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Analysis and evaluation of significant architectural projects with reference to contemporary architectural theories.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
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ARCH 531 Architectural Intentions Vitruvius - Renaissance (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Architectural intentions embodied in buildings and writings of architects from antiquity to the Renaissance. Special emphasis is placed on the cultural connections of architecture to science and philosophy.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Perez-Gomez, Alberto (Fall)
(2-0-7)
Prerequisite: ARCH 251
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ARCH 532 Origins of Modern Architecture (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Examination of architectural intentions (theory and practice) in the European context (especially France, Italy and England), during the crucial period that marks the beginning of the modern era.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Perez-Gomez, Alberto (Winter)
(2-0-7)
Prerequisite: ARCH 251
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ARCH 626 Critical Design Strategies (4 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Study of specific contemporary design practices with particular reference to their affinities with the development and current role of architectural criticism, art, literature, and philosophy.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Jemtrud, Michael (Winter)
(3-0-9)
Restrictions: Departmental permission required. Not open to students who have taken ARCH 524.
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ARCH 684 Contemporary Theory 1 (4 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Critical readings in architectural design and research.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
(3-0-9)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Restriction: Open to students enrolled in all M.Arch. programs.
Note: A variety of topics will be chosen for the seminar each year.
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ARCH 685 Contemporary Theory 2 (4 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Critical readings in architectural research.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
(3-0-9)
Prerequisite(s): ARCH 684 and permission of instructor.
Restriction: Open to students enrolled in all M.Arch. programs.
Note: A variety of topics will be chosen for the seminar each year.
Group B:
0-10 credits chosen from the following courses:
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ARCH 512 Architectural Modelling (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Architectural modelling using advanced applications in digital media. Topics include: 3-D modelling and rendering; image editing; digital animation; hypertext and the World Wide Web; issues of representation and methodology; comparison of publishing applications. Projects complement design studio courses and independent studies that are student or instructor initiated.
Terms: Fall 2015, Winter 2016
Instructors: Jemtrud, Michael (Fall) Sprecher, Aaron (Winter)
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ARCH 514 Community Design Workshop (4 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Context-focused community-based architectural projects undertaken in collaboration with external partners. Exploration of challenges, needs, and opportunities in architectural and urban-design interventions on real sites through interdisciplinary and cross-sectorial collaboration.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
(2-4-6)
Prerequisite: ARCH 202.
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ARCH 515 Sustainable Design (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : This course will address sustainable design theory and applications in the built environment with students from a variety of fields (architecture, urban planning, engineering, sociology, environmental studies, economics, international studies). Architecture will provide the focus for environmental, socio-cultural and economic issues.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Jemtrud, Michael (Winter)
(3-0-6)
Prerequisite: ARCH 377 or permission of instructor.
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ARCH 520 Montreal: Urban Morphology (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Historical, geographical, demographical, and regional evolution of the metropolis of Montreal. Topics include: important quartiers, the Montreal urban grid, industrialization, reform movements, geographical diversity, urban culture, local building techniques and materials. Basic concepts of urban morphology and their relationships to the contemporary urban context will be explored.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
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ARCH 521 Structure of Cities (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Nature, pattern and life of modern cities. Urban networks, special areas, problems and prospects.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
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ARCH 526 Philosophy of Structure (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Philosophy of Structure aims to investigate structure in its broadest sense. The course is divided in two halves; the first one gives an overview of the development of theoretical structural frameworks such as mathematics and geometry, while the second one highlights physical structures constructed by nature (geology, turbulence), man or animals.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Sijpkes, Pieter (Winter)
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ARCH 527 Civic Design (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : The elements of form in buildings and their siting design in the urban setting.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
(2-0-7)
Prerequisite: ARCH 378
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ARCH 528 History of Housing (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Indigenous housing both transient and permanent, from the standpoint of individual structure and pattern of settlements. The principal historic examples of houses including housing in the age of industrial revolution and contemporary housing.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
(2-0-7)
Prerequisite: ARCH 251 or permission of instructor
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ARCH 529 Housing Theory (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : A review of environmental alternatives in housing; contemporary housing and the physical and sociological determinants that shape it; Canadian housing.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
(2-0-7)
Prerequisite: ARCH 528 or permission of instructor
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ARCH 533 New Approaches to Architectural History (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : An exploration of the aims, tools, and methods of Architectural History as a discipline; the use of primary sources from the Canadian Centre for Architecture and other archives.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
(2-0-7)
Prerequisite: ARCH 251 or permission of instructor
Restriction: Departmental permission required
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ARCH 540 Selected Topics in Architecture 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : A course to allow the introduction of new topics in Architecture as needs arise, by regular and visiting staff.
Terms: Fall 2015, Winter 2016
Instructors: Türeli, Aysenur (Winter)
(2-0-7)
Due to the intensive nature of this course, the standard add/drop and withdrawal deadlines do not apply. Add/drop is the second lecture day and withdrawal is the fourth lecture day.
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ARCH 541 Selected Topics in Architecture 2 (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : A course to allow the introduction of new topics in Architecture as needs arise, by regular and visiting staff.
Terms: Fall 2015, Winter 2016
Instructors: Dunton, Nancy Hawley (Fall) Covo, David (Winter)
(2-0-7)
Due to the intensive nature of this course, the standard add/drop and withdrawal deadlines do not apply. Add/drop is the second lecture day and withdrawal is the fourth lecture day.
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ARCH 622 Critical Writing (4 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Seminar to critically review an architectural topic.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Castro, Ricardo L (Fall)
(2-0-7)
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ARCH 626 Critical Design Strategies (4 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Study of specific contemporary design practices with particular reference to their affinities with the development and current role of architectural criticism, art, literature, and philosophy.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Jemtrud, Michael (Winter)
(3-0-9)
Restrictions: Departmental permission required. Not open to students who have taken ARCH 524.
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ARCH 679 Writing in Architecture (3 credits)
Overview
Architecture : The development of critical writing skills, focusing on current architectural themes and issues.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
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ARCH 684 Contemporary Theory 1 (4 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Critical readings in architectural design and research.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
(3-0-9)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Restriction: Open to students enrolled in all M.Arch. programs.
Note: A variety of topics will be chosen for the seminar each year.
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ARCH 685 Contemporary Theory 2 (4 credits)
Overview
Architecture : Critical readings in architectural research.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2015-2016 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2015-2016 academic year.
(3-0-9)
Prerequisite(s): ARCH 684 and permission of instructor.
Restriction: Open to students enrolled in all M.Arch. programs.
Note: A variety of topics will be chosen for the seminar each year.
Note: Courses taken are to be used to fulfil one group only.
Elective Courses
0-3 credits
Up to 3 credits (at the 500 or 600 level) may be taken outside the School of Architecture, with the approval of an assigned faculty adviser.