Historic Preservation - Minor

Theory (3 credits): Required

• ARH 3608 - Historic Preservation Theory and Practice Credits: 3

History (6 credits)

Two School of Architecture history classes of student’s choice at the 3000 level or above.  Other built form or environmental history classes outside School of Architecture courses can apply with Director’s approval.

Field Methods (3 credits)

One class that includes documentation and recording techniques used in preservation. ARH 3604 is the standard field methods course, however other courses from throughout the university may apply with director’s approval. (Students with previous experience in this topic may place out of the field methods requirement with the director’s permission and instead add an additional Specialized Component or History course to meet the required 15 credits).

• ARH 3604 - Field Methods I Building Archaeology Credits: 3

Specialized Component (3 credits)

One class in a specialized component of preservation practice.  This is an elective class for you to further develop your interests in the field. The course may be an additional course from the categories above, or other classes from around the University with significant heritage-related content.  Example classes may be available in the fields of design (including studios with a preservation theme), technology, materials science, planning, law, curation, history, or other and must be approved by the program director.

Internship

An internship is not required for the minor.  However, internships are encouraged, and many students undertake them. Opportunities for internships and guidance in planning for them can be discussed with the program director and the Architecture School’s Internship Office.