Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Program Educational Objectives
Bachelor of Science in Architecture program aims to develop graduates with the following outcomes:
- ‣ Perform standard competencies in accordance with the scope of global and local practice of architecture.
- ‣ Show traits of professionalism, sense of responsibility, equality and patriotism.
- ‣ Receptiveness to new ideas and knowledge through scientific research
- ‣ Direct and focus the thrust of architecture education to the needs and demands of society and its integration into the social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects of nation building.
- ‣ Instill understanding of the basic philosophy and fundamental principles of the multi-dimensional aspects of architecture, and the direct relationship between man and his environment.
Program Outcomes (adopted CMO No. 61, s. 2017)
The minimum standards for the BS Architecture program are expressed in the following minimum set of learning outcomes:
Common to all programs in all types of school
- ‣ to keep abreast with the developments in the field of architecture practice the ability
- ‣ to effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino the ability
- ‣ to work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
- ‣ a recognition of professional, social, and ethical responsibility
Common to the discipline
- ‣ Creation of architectural solutions by applying knowledge in history, theory, planning, building technology and utilities, structural concepts and professional practice.
- ‣ Use of concepts and principles from specialized fields and allied disciplines into various architectural problems.
- ‣ Preparation of contract documents, technical reports and other legal documents used in architectural practice adhering to applicable laws, standards and regulations.
- ‣ Interpretation and application of relevant laws, codes, charters and standards of architecture and the build environment.
- ‣ Application of research methods to address architectural problems.
- ‣ Use of various information and communication technology (ICT) media for architectural solutions, presentation, and techniques in design and construction.
- ‣ Acquisition of entrepreneurial and business acumen relevant to Architecture practice.
- ‣ Involvement in the management of the construction works and building administration.
Common to a horizontal type as defined in CMO No. 46 s. 2012
- ‣ For professional institutions: a service orientation in one’s profession
- ‣ For colleges: an ability to participate in various types of employment, development activities, and public discourses particularly in response to the needs of the community.
- ‣ For universities: an ability to participate in the generation of new knowledge such as pioneering concepts and ideas of site and building designs beyond the regular physical and location boundaries and contexts.
