Architect Engineer Training
Master the full scope of architectural engineering — from structural analysis and building codes to MEP coordination and construction administration. This training gives you the technical depth and practical skills to lead complex building projects with confidence. Whether you are advancing your career or expanding your professional credentials, this course delivers the knowledge that matters on the job.
What you will learn:
You will develop a thorough understanding of structural systems, load analysis, and member design across steel, concrete, timber, and masonry. You will learn to apply building codes covering fire resistance, egress, accessibility, and energy compliance. The course covers building envelope performance, MEP system integration, and coordination workflows used on real projects. You will also gain hands-on knowledge of construction documents, specifications, and permit submission processes. Project management, cost estimation, site observation, and construction administration are covered in full. Supplementary topics include BIM workflows, sustainable design, tall building systems, acoustics, and professional ethics.
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Course content
8 Chapters • 40 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)
Chapter 1HideHide detailsSee detailsFoundations of Architectural Engineering
Foundations of Architectural Engineering
Lesson 1 • Physics and Mechanics Essentials
Reviews statics, forces, and material behavior relevant to building design. Grounds later structural analysis in fundamental physical principles.
Lesson 2 • Building Systems Overview
Surveys structural, mechanical, electrical, and envelope systems. Provides context for integrated decision-making throughout the course.
Lesson 3 • Role of the Architect Engineer
Defines the dual professional identity bridging design and engineering. Connects professional scope to project delivery responsibilities.
Lesson 4 • Project Delivery Methods
Compares design-bid-build, design-build, and integrated delivery models. Clarifies how delivery method shapes the architect engineer's responsibilities.
Lesson 5 • Reading and Producing Technical Drawings
Covers drawing conventions, scales, and notation standards used in practice. Enables accurate communication of design intent across disciplines.
Chapter 2HideHide detailsSee detailsStructural Analysis and Load Principles
Structural Analysis and Load Principles
Lesson 1 • Types of Building Loads
Classifies dead, live, wind, seismic, and environmental loads. Establishes the load taxonomy used in all subsequent structural work.
Lesson 2 • Introduction to Structural Modeling
Presents idealized structural models and boundary condition assumptions. Connects hand-calculation methods to computer-aided analysis tools.
Lesson 3 • Beam and Column Analysis
Applies equilibrium equations to beams and columns under various loading. Produces shear and moment diagrams essential for member sizing.
Lesson 4 • Load Path and Structural Hierarchy
Traces how loads travel from roof to foundation through structural members. Reinforces understanding of tributary area and load distribution.
Lesson 5 • Load Combinations and Safety Factors
Introduces strength and serviceability limit states with load combination logic. Prepares students to apply safety factors in design calculations.
Chapter 3HideHide detailsSee detailsStructural Materials and Member Design
Structural Materials and Member Design
Lesson 1 • Reinforced Concrete Design
Covers flexural, shear, and axial design of reinforced concrete members. Introduces detailing requirements for ductility and constructability.
Lesson 2 • Foundation Systems and Soil Interaction
Introduces shallow and deep foundation types and soil bearing principles. Links superstructure loads to foundation sizing and settlement control.
Lesson 3 • Masonry and Composite Systems
Reviews unreinforced and reinforced masonry wall design and composite behavior. Connects material choice to architectural expression and structural efficiency.
Lesson 4 • Steel Structural Design
Addresses steel member selection, connection types, and stability checks. Applies limit-state design to beams, columns, and braced frames.
Lesson 5 • Timber and Mass Timber Design
Examines sawn lumber, engineered wood, and mass timber structural behavior. Addresses moisture, fire, and connection considerations unique to wood.
Chapter 4HideHide detailsSee detailsBuilding Codes, Standards, and Compliance
Building Codes, Standards, and Compliance
Lesson 1 • Occupancy Classification and Use
Defines occupancy groups and mixed-use separation requirements. Establishes how occupancy drives allowable area, height, and construction type.
Lesson 2 • Construction Type and Fire Resistance
Correlates construction types with fire-resistance ratings for structural elements. Links material choice and assembly design to code-compliant fire protection.
Lesson 3 • Means of Egress Design
Covers exit access, exit, and exit discharge components and their dimensional requirements. Ensures life-safety compliance in floor plan and vertical circulation design.
Lesson 4 • Energy and Sustainability Compliance
Introduces prescriptive and performance paths for meeting energy efficiency standards. Connects envelope, lighting, and mechanical choices to compliance documentation.
Lesson 5 • Accessibility and Universal Design
Applies accessible route, reach range, and fixture clearance requirements to building design. Integrates accessibility from site entry through all occupied spaces.
Chapter 5HideHide detailsSee detailsBuilding Envelope Design and Performance
Building Envelope Design and Performance
Lesson 1 • Air Barrier Systems
Defines air barrier requirements and continuity across envelope transitions. Reduces infiltration losses and improves indoor air quality control.
Lesson 2 • Glazing and Fenestration Systems
Covers glazing performance metrics, framing systems, and solar control strategies. Balances daylighting, thermal comfort, and structural requirements.
Lesson 3 • Thermal Performance Principles
Explains heat transfer modes and insulation strategies for building envelopes. Establishes energy performance targets that guide assembly selection.
Lesson 4 • Roofing Systems and Detailing
Surveys low-slope and steep-slope roofing assemblies and critical details. Connects roof design to drainage, thermal performance, and structural loading.
Lesson 5 • Moisture Control and Vapor Management
Addresses vapor diffusion, condensation risk, and drainage plane design. Prevents moisture-related failures through proper assembly sequencing.
Chapter 6HideHide detailsSee detailsMechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Integration
Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Integration
Lesson 1 • HVAC System Types and Selection
Compares central, distributed, and hybrid HVAC configurations for various building types. Guides system selection based on occupancy, climate, and energy goals.
Lesson 2 • Electrical Systems and Distribution
Covers power distribution from service entry to branch circuits and lighting. Addresses panel placement, conduit routing, and emergency power requirements.
Lesson 3 • MEP Coordination and Clash Resolution
Applies coordination workflows to detect and resolve MEP conflicts in 3D models. Prepares students for multidiscipline coordination meetings and RFI management.
Lesson 4 • Plumbing and Fire Protection Systems
Reviews domestic water, sanitary drainage, and fire suppression system layouts. Connects pipe sizing and slope requirements to structural and floor plan constraints.
Lesson 5 • Mechanical Space Planning
Establishes rules for sizing mechanical rooms, shafts, and plenum zones. Integrates HVAC routing with structural bays and architectural layouts.
Chapter 7HideHide detailsSee detailsConstruction Documents and Specifications
Construction Documents and Specifications
Lesson 1 • Permit Submission and Review
Prepares students for permit application requirements and plan review responses. Addresses comment resolution and document resubmission workflows.
Lesson 2 • Structural Drawing Coordination
Aligns structural framing plans, schedules, and details with architectural documents. Resolves conflicts between structural and architectural drawing sets.
Lesson 3 • Architectural Drawing Production
Covers floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, interior elevations, and detail drawings. Connects drawing content to constructability and contractor coordination needs.
Lesson 4 • Writing Technical Specifications
Applies specification format standards to describe materials, execution, and quality requirements. Links specification sections to drawing keynotes and submittals.
Lesson 5 • Drawing Set Organization
Establishes sheet numbering, drawing hierarchy, and cross-reference conventions. Ensures document clarity and reduces contractor interpretation errors.
Chapter 8HideHide detailsSee detailsProject Management and Construction Administration
Project Management and Construction Administration
Lesson 1 • Submittal and Shop Drawing Review
Defines the submittal review process for materials, products, and fabrication drawings. Ensures contractor submittals conform to design intent and specifications.
Lesson 2 • Budget Estimation and Cost Control
Covers conceptual, schematic, and detailed cost estimation methods. Enables proactive budget management through design phase cost tracking.
Lesson 3 • Project Closeout and Commissioning
Covers substantial completion, final inspections, and systems commissioning procedures. Prepares students to manage owner turnover and close out contracts.
Lesson 4 • Project Scheduling and Phasing
Introduces critical path scheduling, milestone planning, and phased construction strategies. Connects schedule management to design deliverable timelines.
Lesson 5 • Site Observation and Field Reports
Establishes protocols for site visits, field observations, and construction conformance. Documents field conditions and communicates findings to project stakeholders.
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This course is for you:
Architectural graduates: ready to deepen technical and structural design knowledge.
Civil engineers: expanding their scope into building design and documentation.
Construction managers: seeking stronger command of design and engineering fundamentals.
Career changers: transitioning into the built environment from adjacent technical fields.
Junior designers: aiming to take on greater responsibility in multidiscipline projects.
Experienced drafters: building the engineering knowledge to advance professionally.
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