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Architecture + Civil Engineering

Dual Degree Master of Architecture + Bachelor of Science

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» Program Overview

Bridging Design and Engineering for a Sustainable Future

The art of building requires more than creativity. It demands the precision and expertise of engineering. At the heart of every successful structure lies the seamless integration of design and technology, human comfort and sustainability, durability and functionality. Recognizing the growing need for professionals who excel at this balance, this dual-degree program places civil engineering at its core, complemented by architectural insight.

In just six years, you can earn both a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and a Master of Science in Architecture. This unique combination equips you to lead in the design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure, while also positioning you to become a licensed civil engineer and architect. Alternatively, complete a Bachelor of Science in both Civil Engineering and Architecture in five years, opening doors to a wide range of career opportunities in engineering and beyond.

 

» Why LTU?

  • Earn an ABET-accredited BS in Civil Engineering and an NAAB-accredited Master of Architecture.
  • Achieve dual degrees with only 46 additional credits.
  • Learn from professors with international industry expertise.
  • Tackle challenges in sustainability and infrastructure through applied projects.
  • Small class size with personalized attention from faculty and advisors.

» Curriculum

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

College Composition

[course_desc title=”College Composition”]

COM1103

3

Intro to Design

[course_desc title=”Calculus 1″]

DES1022

2

-OR-

Fundamental Engineering Design Project

[course_desc title=”Survey of Calculus”]

ECE 1001

-AND-

CE Perspectives

[course_desc title=”CE Perspectives”]

MCS1224

Calculus 1

[course_desc title=”Calculus 1″]

MCS1414

4

Intro. to Visual Communication

[course_desc title=”Intro. to Visual Communication”]

ARC1213

3

Design Principles

[course_desc title=”Design Principles”]

DES1213

3

Total Credits:

18

Spring Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Engaging Ancient Texts

[course_desc title=”Engaging Ancient Texts”]

HUM1213

3

CE Computer Applications Lab

[course_desc title=”CE Computer Applications Lab”]

ECE1102

2

Calculus 2

[course_desc title=”Calculus 2″]

MCS1424

4

University Physics 1

[course_desc title=”University Physics 1″]

PHY2413

3

University Physics 1 Lab

[course_desc title=”University Physics 1 Lab”]

PHY2421

1

Visual Communication

[course_desc title=”Visual Communication”]

ARC1223

3

Design Methodologies

[course_desc title=”Design Methodologies”]

DES1223

3

Total Credits:

19

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Engineering Cost Analysis

[course_desc title=”Engineering Cost Analysis”]

ECE3012

2

Calculus 3

[course_desc title=”Calculus 3″]

MCS 2414

3

Statics

[course_desc title=”Statics”]

EGE2013

3

Information Model and Simulation

[course_desc title=”Info. Modeling and Simulation”]

ARC2813

3

Integrated Design 1

[course_desc title=”Integrated Design 1″]

ARC2116

6

Total Credits:

18

Spring Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Technical and Professional Communication

[course_desc title=”Technical and Prof Comm”]

COM2103

3

Engaging Modern Texts

[course_desc title=”Engaging Modern Texts”]

HUM1223

3

Differential Equations

[course_desc title=”Differential Equations”]

MCS2423

3

Prototyping and Fabrication

[course_desc title=”Prototyping and Fabrication”]

ARC3823

3

Integrated Design 2

[course_desc title=”Integrated Design 2″]

ARC2216

3

Total Credits:

18

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

SSC Elective

2XX3

3

History of the Designed Environment 1

[course_desc title=”History Designed Environment 1″]

ARC3613

3

Mechanics of Material – CE

[course_desc title=”Mech of Materials for CE”]

ECE3013

3

Integrated Design 3

[course_desc title=”Integrated Design 3″]

ARC3116

6

Construction Systems 1

[course_desc title=”Construction Systems 1″]

ARC2313

3

Total Credits:

18

Spring Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

LLT Elective

2XX3

3

History of the Designed Environment 2

[course_desc title=”History Designed Environment 2″]

ARC3623

3

Theory of Structures

[course_desc title=”Theory of Structures”]

ECE3723

3

Integrated Design 4

[course_desc title=”Integrated Design 4″]

ARC3126

6

Construction Systems 2

[course_desc title=”Construction Systems 2″]

ARC2323

3

Total Credits:

18

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Hydromechanics

[course_desc title=”Hydromechanics”]

ECE3523

3

Soil Mechanics

[course_desc title=”Soil Mechanics”]

ECE3424

4

Hydraulic Engineering

[course_desc title=”Hydraulic Engineering”]

ECE4544

4

University Chemistry 1

[course_desc title=”University Chemistry 1″]

CHM1213

3

University Chemistry 1 Lab

[course_desc title=”University Chemistry 1 Lab”]

CHM1221

1

Integrated Design 5

[course_desc title=”Integrated Design 5″]

ARC4116

6

HVAC and Water Systems

[course_desc title=”HVAC and Water Systems”]

ARC3423

3

Total Credits:

24

Spring Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Environmental Engineering

[course_desc title=”Environmental Engineering”]

ECE3324

4

Construction Project Mgmt

[course_desc title=”Construction Project Manage.”]

ECE4243

3

Probability and Statistics

[course_desc title=”Probability and Statistics”]

MCS3403

3

Comprehensive Design

[course_desc title=”Comprehensive Design”]

ARC4126

6

Acoustical, Electrical, and Illumination Sys

[course_desc title=”Acoustical, Electrical, and Illumination Sys”]

ARC4443

3

Total Credits:

15

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Design Leadership

[course_desc title=”Design Leadership”]

DES4112

2

-OR-

Leadership and Prof Dev for Eng

[course_desc title=”Leadership and Prof Dev for Eng”]

EGE3022

Dynamics

[course_desc title=”Dynamics”]

EME3043

3

Civil Engineering Design Project 1

[course_desc title=”CE Design Project 1″]

ECE4022

2

Civil Engr Tech Elective

ECE4XX3

3

Civil Engr Tech Elective

ECE4XX3

3

Steel Design

[course_desc title=”Steel Design”]

ECE4753

3

Total Credits:

16

Spring Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Jr./Sr. Elective
LLT/SSC/PSY

3/4XX3

3

20th Century Architecture

[course_desc title=”Twentieth Century Arch”]

ARC4183

3

Civil Engineering Design Project 2

[course_desc title=”CE Design Project 2″]

ECE4032

2

Ethics and Professional Issues

[course_desc title=”Ethics and Professional Issues”]

ECE4051

1

Concrete Design

[course_desc title=”Concrete Design”]

ECE4743

3

Structural Design and Test Lab

[course_desc title=”Structural Design and Test Lab”]

ECE4761

1

University Physics 2

[course_desc title=”University Physics 2″]

PHY2423

3

University Physics 2 Lab

[course_desc title=”University Physics 2 Lab”]

PHY2431

1

Total Credits:

17

3.0 min. overall UG GPA required for assured admittance into the graduate program.

Summer Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Research Methods

[course_desc title=”ARC Research Methods”]

ARC5013

3

Design Build Studio

[course_desc title=”Design Build Studio”]

ARC5804

4

Total Credits:

7

Fall Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Advanced Design Studio 1

[course_desc title=”Advanced Design Studio 1″]

ARC5814

4

-OR-

Thesis 1

[course_desc title=”Thesis 1″]

ARC6514

Design Theory

[course_desc title=”Design Theory”]

ARC5643

3

Total Credits:

7

Spring Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Advanced Design Studio 2

[course_desc title=”Advanced Design Studio 2″]

ARC5824

4

-OR-

Thesis 2

[course_desc title=”Thesis 2″]

ARC6524

Ecological Issues

[course_desc title=”Ecological Issues”]

ARC5423

3

Professional Practice

[course_desc title=”ARC Professional Practice”]

ARC5913

3

Total Credits:

10

Summer Semester

Course Name

Course #

Credits

Non-CoAD Elective

5/6XX3

3

CoAD Elective

5/6XX3

3

Total Credits:

6

» Awards + Accreditation


As a part of the NC-Sara Reciprocity agreement, Lawrence Technological University is required to disclose publicly, the educational requirements for professions that require a license or certification to practice in that field.


The Master of Architecture program is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)


The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission(s) of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Civil Engineering Program Criteria.

» Document Viewer

Use Your Cell Phone as a Document Camera in Zoom

  • What you will need to have and do
  • Download the mobile Zoom app (either App Store or Google Play)
  • Have your phone plugged in
  • Set up video stand phone holder

From Computer

Log in and start your Zoom session with participants

From Phone

  • Start the Zoom session on your phone app (suggest setting your phone to “Do not disturb” since your phone screen will be seen in Zoom)
  • Type in the Meeting ID and Join
  • Do not use phone audio option to avoid feedback
  • Select “share content” and “screen” to share your cell phone’s screen in your Zoom session
  • Select “start broadcast” from Zoom app. The home screen of your cell phone is now being shared with your participants.

To use your cell phone as a makeshift document camera

  • Open (swipe to switch apps) and select the camera app on your phone
  • Start in photo mode and aim the camera at whatever materials you would like to share
  • This is where you will have to position what you want to share to get the best view – but you will see ‘how you are doing’ in the main Zoom session.