What is Architectural Engineering?
Architectural engineering is the discipline concerned with the design, construction, and operation of buildings. They are involved in many aspects of the function of the building including structural systems, sustainability, fire protection, lighting, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.

What is the Difference Between Architecture and Architectural Engineering?
Architectural Engineers are not Architects! We work together closely – we need them and they need us – but these are two different fields of study. You need an engineering degree to become a licensed Architectural Engineering and an Architecture degree to become a licensed Architect. Both are needed to make a building work.

Architects focus on the needs of the occupants in terms of things like function, aesthetics, sense of place, and movement. You’ll experience some of this in the Architecture classes you take.

Architectural Engineers collaborate with the Architects to make the vision a reality. We try to figure out what could go wrong and make sure it doesn’t. This includes understanding natural forces (gravity, hurricanes, earthquakes, etc.) as well as cost and energy requirements.

Our goals are to find a safe, healthy, economical, durable, energy conserving solution to the architect’s design.

What do Architectural Engineers Do?
Many Architectural Engineering graduates work in companies that perform structural, HVAC, and electrical design. Or, they might go to a small company that specializes in things like acoustics or lighting. Others might go get a job as a facilities manager for building or complex of buildings. More options include construction management, design of system components, or sales rep.

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