ARCH 3640

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ARCH 3640 - Historic Preservation Theory and Practices (3 cr)

ArchitectureTECH - School of Technology & Design
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Course Title

Historic Preservation Theory and Practices

Description

A broad introduction to the history, theory, and practice of historic preservation. This course encourages understanding and critical thought about the principles and assumptions underlying the practice of historic preservation, including preservation law, preservation planning, adaptive use, design issues, and public history. This course, in combination with ARCH 3522 History of NYC Architecture and ARCH 4740 Construction Technology for Existing Buildings, comprises a concentration in Historic Preservation, which positions students for successful entry into preservation-oriented architectural and consulting firms, and related fields.

Prerequisites & Corequisites

013456

Is this a liberal arts and sciences course?

No

Pathways Category

Regular Non-Liberal Arts

Is this always a writing intensive course?

No

Minimum

3

Max

3

Academic Progress Units

3

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