This engaging course provides students with an introductory exploration into the principles, concepts, and practices within the field of architectural engineering. After a brief overview of architecture history, we will move on to analyze case studies of iconic projects, identifying how the fusion of architecture and engineering can be employed to find solutions to real-world challenges. Through a combination of lectures, design exercises and case studies, students will gain insight into the technical aspects of architectural engineering. They’ll learn about electrical systems, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; building materials and their structural, thermal, and acoustic characteristics, and the role of environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and daylighting strategies in modern architectural design.