2024-2025 Catalog
Architecture and Sustainability (ARST-BS-TE), B.S.
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Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Architecture and Sustainability examines sustainable principles pertaining to architectural materials and systems selection, site planning, community development, and historic preservation, which play vital roles in the reducing the use of energy and natural resources. The program includes courses in architectural design, environmental systems, and additional technical courses that explore the theory and practice of architecture to complete a comprehensive undergraduate program. Courses and studios are designed to reflect the complex set of parameters that shape the profession, and are structured to mirror the professional office environment, requiring students to be self-directed. The curriculum prepares graduates to enter the employment market as intern architects or pursue a master’s degree in architecture and eventual licensure as a registered architect.
Students will need to complete an Associate degree in Architectural Technology to apply for entry into this bachelor’s degree curriculum.
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Program Outcomes
- Students will produce professional-quality graphic and oral presentations that comply with the standards of architectural practice.
- Students will research complex architectural and planning problems, synthesize that research, and develop architectural solutions that address programmatic requirements.
- Students will demonstrate an understanding and selection of appropriate technology and aesthetics of building envelope systems and their integration with structural and functional aspects of building design.
- Students will demonstrate an understanding of environmental systems and their impact on human comfort and energy consumption.
- Students will understand basic principles of structural behavior in withstanding gravity and lateral forces and the manner in which they shape and are integrated with architectural design.
- Students will apply principles and strategies of environmental, economic, and social sustainability; and utilize strategies that address the environmental impact of the built environment.
New Student Admission Requirements
- Application Deadline: February 1st prior to fall semester requested.
- The Architecture and Sustainability, BS degree is only open to students who meet the Transfer Student Admission Requirements below.
- High school students interested in this program apply to the Architectural Technology, AAS program.
Transfer Student Admission Requirements
- Must have completed an Associate of Applied Science degree in Architectural Technology or equivalent.
- 2.75 College GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
- Competency in MATH 116 /MATH 120
- Competency in PHYS 211
- Design Portfolio (including letter of intent/personal statement)
University Requirements - 39 to 40 Credits Required
First Year Seminar Requirement (FSUS 100 or Equivalent) - Credit Required Met in Associate
All First-Time-In-Any-College Freshmen (FTIACs) must complete a one-credit FSUS 100 course, or its equivalent. Additional information and the definition of FTIAC for FSUS purposes can be found in the: Ferris State University Academic Affairs FSUS Policy
University General Education Requirements - 39 to 40 Credits Required
Courses in this section are required to satisfy the University General Education Requirements for a bachelor’s degree. The University General Education requirements can be found on the: Ferris State University General Education Requirements Webpage
Communication Competency - 12 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)
Quantitative Literacy Competency - 3 to 4 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)
Natural Sciences Competency - 6 Credits Required
Two courses are required with a minimum of 6 credits: must have at least one lab course. Culture Competency - 9 Credits Required
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines and have at least one 200 level or higher course. Self and Society Competency - 9 Credits Required
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines, have at least one 200 level or higher course, and at least one Self and Society Foundation course.
- Self and Society Competency Elective (Met in Associate) Credit Hours: 3
United States (U.S.) Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the United States (U.S.) Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes.
Global Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the Global Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes.
Collaboration Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Collaboration attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes.
Problem Solving Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Problem Solving attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes.
College Requirements - 81 to 86 Credits Required
Major Courses - 40 Credits Required
These courses are used to calculate the major 2.00 GPA requirement.
Technical Related Courses - 39 to 44 Credits Required
In addition to the required courses, an associate degree in Architectural Technology from Ferris State University or related courses from a transfer associate degree in Architectural Technology, totaling 33 to 38 credits, is required. These courses are used to calculate the major 2.00 GPA requirement.
Electives - 2 Credits Required
In addition to the required courses, an associate degree in Architectural Technology from Ferris State University or related courses from a transfer associate degree in Architectural Technology, totaling 33 to 38 credits, is required. These courses are used to calculate the major 2.00 GPA requirement.
Notes
- Students who return to the university after an interrupted enrollment, not including summer semester, must normally meet the requirements of the curriculum which are in effect at the time of their return, not the requirements which were in effect when they were originally admitted.
- Credit Variance - Credits required may vary based on course placement, prerequisites, etc. If you have questions, contact your advisor.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate from Ferris State University, students must meet both University and Programmatic Graduation Requirements.
University Graduation Requirements
These are the minimum graduation requirements for a bachelor’s degree at Ferris State University:
- All requirements as specified in the University Requirements section must be met.
- A minimum of 120 credits must be earned.
- A 2.00 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
- A minimum of 30 credits must be earned from Ferris State University to meet the Residency requirement.
- A minimum of 40 credits of 300 level or higher courses must be earned.
Programmatic Graduation Requirements
These are the additional graduation requirements mandated by the program:
- All requirements as specified in the College Requirements section must be met.
- A 2.00 or higher cumulative GPA is required in the Major Courses, Technical Related, and Electives sections.
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Contact Information
Architecture and Sustainability Program
(231) 591-3100
[email protected]
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