Program Overview

  • Duration

    1 Year (Self-Paced)

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    10

  • Total Credit Hours

    60

Hudson Bay University's Architect Urban Planning program provides students with a comprehensive education that seamlessly combines academic depth with practical experience. Our dedicated faculty members create a supportive learning environment, equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities required for success in the field of urban planning and architecture. From sustainable design to urban development, our program empowers students to shape the future of cities and communities.

CREATIVE FOUNDATION AND SKILL DEVELOPMENT:

The College of Applied Arts begins with a strong emphasis on building a creative foundation and honing essential skills. Students explore various artistic mediums and techniques, allowing them to develop a well-rounded understanding of applied arts. This foundation prepares students to express their creativity and expertise in their chosen field.


INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS AND COLLABORATIONS:

Beyond the studio, our College of Applied Arts places a significant emphasis on fostering industry connections and collaborations. Students have opportunities to engage with professionals, participate in art exhibitions, and collaborate on real-world projects. These experiences not only enhance their artistic portfolios but also provide valuable insights into the professional art world.


CULTURAL DIVERSITY AND ARTISTIC GLOBALIZATION:

The College of Applied Arts at Hudson Bay University is committed to nurturing cultural diversity and promoting artistic globalization. Our curriculum integrates art from various cultures and encourages students to explore different artistic traditions. Additionally, we offer study abroad programs, international art exhibitions, and collaborations with artists from around the world, enabling students to gain a global perspective on applied arts.

This comprehensive course immerses students in the diverse world of applied arts, covering a wide array of artistic media and techniques. From painting to sculpture, it offers a hands-on exploration of creativity and expression, making it an ideal foundation for budding artists.


In this course, students bridge the gap between traditional art forms and modern technology. They will learn how to leverage cutting-edge tools and techniques to enhance their artistic expressions, creating innovative and visually striking works in the realm of applied arts.


This course delves into the art and science of architectural and interior design. Students will master the principles of creating spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, making them well-equipped to design environments that people can live and work in.


Visual Communications is an essential skill in today's media-rich world. This course equips students with the expertise to create compelling visuals that effectively convey messages through graphic design, multimedia, and layout techniques.


In this introductory course, students embark on the path of visual communication. They will master design, layout, and multimedia techniques, learning how to create visually captivating messages and establish a foundation for careers in graphic design and related fields.

Introduction to Architectural Materials and Design introduces students to the selection and application of materials in architectural design. This course emphasizes sustainability, functionality, and the role of materials in architectural creativity.


Design Graphics emphasizes graphic design in the context of industrial and product design. Students will study design principles, visual communication, and digital tools used in the field.


Provides a comprehensive study of architecture, encompassing architectural design, history, theory, and practical applications. Students gain a deep understanding of the multifaceted field of architecture, preparing them for careers as architects or architectural professionals.


Explores environmental design principles in architecture. Students learn about sustainable design, energy-efficient solutions, and the ecological considerations essential for environmentally responsible architectural projects.


This course covers specialized topics in architecture, allowing students to delve into specific areas of interest or emerging trends in the architectural field. Students can explore unique aspects of architecture, preparing them for specialized roles within the profession.

Cost of Attendance

Tuition Fee Breakdown Cost
MASTER'S DEGREE (MAA) $27,000
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $27,000
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At Hudson Bay University, we believe in where affordability meets opportunity. Our commitment to accessible education ensures that quality learning doesn't come with a hefty price tag. We open the doors to knowledge, offering students the chance to thrive without the burden of overwhelming tuition fees, empowering them for a brighter future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's Degree or equiv. international education

Credit Hours

60

Course Duration

1 Year (Self-Paced)

Courses Offered

10

Applied Arts (AA-032)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Whatr Is Art?
     The Creative Impulse
     Cultural Purpose Of Art
     Decorating Ourselves And Our Environment
     The Visual Elements Of Art
     Terminology And The Principles Of Design
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     The Methodologies Of Art History
     Drawing
     Painting And Related Techniques
     Printmaking
     Still Photography, Film, Video, And Digital Imagery
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Craft
     Sculpture
     Architecture
     The Ancient World
     Ancient Greece, Etruria, And Rome
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Early Christianity And The Medieval World
     The Renaissance And Mannerism
     The Seventeenth And Eighteenth Centuries
     The Art Of India And Southeast Asia
     The Arts Of China And Japan
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Art In Africa
     Art Of The Pacific And The Americas
     The Nineteenth Century
     1900 To 1945
     1945 To The Present

Technological Innovations In Applied Arts (AA-143)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Digital Printing
     Digital Photography
     3d Modeling
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Visualizing 3d Models
     3d Printing
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Computer-Generated Or Computer Graphics (Cgi)
     Virtual Worlds
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Digital Video
     Digital Audio
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Digital Cinematography
     High-Definition Video

Architecture And Interior Design (AA-144)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction To Interior Design
     Brief Overview Of Interior Design
     Modern Architecture
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Postmodern Architecture
     Home Decoration
     Daylighting
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Leadership In Interior Design
     Domestic Interiors
     Privacy Issues In Interior Design
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Functional Interior Design
     Home Furnishing
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Green Housing
     Sustainable Design  

Visual Communications (AA-241)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Understanding Vision  
     Visual Communication
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Visualization Of Information
     Models Of Communication
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Symbols
     Political Image
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Visual Communication In And About Law
     Law In The Digital Age
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Nonverbal Communication Theories

Digital Imaging & Photography (AA-722)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Digital Camera
     Image Sensor Format
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Digital Image Formats
     Advanced Photography Techniques
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Digital Colors
     Introduction To Image Enhancing Techniques
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Photogrammetry
     Digital Art And Animation
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Digital Versus Film Photography

Architectural Materials And Design (ARC-002)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     An Overview Of The Building Delivery Process
     Governmental Constraints On Construction
     Loads On Buildings
     Load Resistancethe Structural Properties Of Materials
     Thermal Properties Of Materials
     Air Leakage And Water Vapor Control
     Fire-Related Properties
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Acoustical Properties Of Materials
     Principles Of Joints And Sealants (Expansion And Contraction Control)
     Principles Of Sustainable Construction
     Materials For Wood Constructioni (Lumber)
     Materials For Wood Constructionii (Manufactured Wood Products, Fasteners And Connectors)
     Wood Light Frame Constructioni
     Wood Light Frame Constructionii
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Structural Insulated Panel System
     The Material Steel And Structural Steel Construction
     Light-Gauge Steel Construction
     Lime, Portland Cement And Concrete
     Concrete Constructioni (Formwork Reinforcement And Slabs-On-Ground)
     Concrete Constructionii (Site-Cast And Precast Concrete Framing Systems)
     Soils; Foundation And Basement Construction
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Masonry Materialsi (Mortar And Brick)
     Masonry Materialsii ( Concrete Masonry Units, Natural Stone And Glass Masonry Units)
     Masonry And Concrete Bearing Wall Construction
     Rainwater Infiltration Control In Exterior Walls
     Exterior Wall Claddingi (Masonry, Precast Concrete, Gfrc And Prefabricated Masonry)
     Exterior Wall Claddingii (Stucco, Eifs, Natural Stone And Insulated Metal Panels)
     Transparent Materials (Glass And Light-Transmitting Plastics)
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Windows And Doors
     Glass-Aluminum Wall Systems
     Roofingi ( Low-Slope Roofs)
     Roofingii (Steep Roofs)
     Stairs
     Floors Coverings
     Ceilings

Design Graphics (IND-187)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction
     The Autocad 2005 Program
     Preparing To Draw With Autocad 2005
     Block Diagrams
     Plotting
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Adding Text And Tables To The Drawing
     Geometric Constructions
     Using 2d Commands To Draw Orthographic Views
     Drawings, Formats, Blocks, And Attributes
     The Autocad Designcenter
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     External References (Xrefs)
     Using Raster Images In Autocad Drawings
     Dimensioning And Tolerancing
     Sectional Drawings And Hatching
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Isometric Drawing And Gradient Hatch Rendering
     Basic 3-D
     Customizing Toolbars, Menus, And Palettes
     3-D Surface Modeling
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Surface Modeling: Blocks And 3-D Orbit
     Using Model Space, Paper Space, Layouts, And Sheet Sets To Create, Document, And Present 2-D And 3-D Shapes
     3-D Solid Modeling: Solids, Regions, And 3d Models From The Design Center Online
     3-D Solid Modeling Exercises, Including Rendering And Publishing To The Web

Architecture (ARC-264)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Landscape Architecture Construction Documents
     Site Layout And Control
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Grading And Earthwork
     Site Hydrology, Stormwater Management, Erosion And Sediment Control
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Transportation And Circulation Design
     The Strength Of Materials, Simplified Statics And Basic Mechanics
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Construction Detailing
     Irrigation Design
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Lighting Design
     Design Of Pools And Water Features

Environmental Design (ARC-616)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Introduction
     Environmental Chemistry And Biology
     Environmental Engineering Hydrology
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Environmental Engineering Hydraulics And Pneumatics
     Introduction To Environmental Quality Modeling
     Conventional Water Treatment
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Conventional Wastewater Treatment
     Sludge Treatment And Disposal
     Advanced Wastewater And Water Treatment And Land Treatment Systems
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Pollution From Combustion And Atmospheric Pollution
     Solid Waste Management
     Air Pollution Control
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Hazardous Waste Management And Risk Assessment
     Noise Pollution And Control

Special Topics In Architecture (ARC-699)

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE
  In Section 1 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Materials And Mechanics Of Bending
     Rectangular Reinforced Concrete Beams And Slabs: Tension Steel Only
     Reinforced Concrete Beams: T-Beams And Doubly Reinforced Beams
  In Section 2 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Shear In Beams
     Development, Splices, And Simple-Span Bar Cutoffs
     Continuous Construction Design Considerations
  In Section 3 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Serviceability
     Walls
     Columns
  In Section 4 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Footings
     Prestressed Concrete Fundamentals
  In Section 5 of this course you will cover these topics:
     Concrete Formwork
     Detailing Reinforced Concrete Structures