Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering

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Introduction of Studies Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering

Considering the symbiosis of human beings, nature, and buildings.

Architectural, civil, and environmental engineering covers research of buildings and urban environments that provide safe living for the people of society. Research in architecture covers a broad range of topics, from the design and building of housing and facilities for comfortable living, to the development and design of cities and communities. Comprehensive studies in the field cover the structure, materials, and construction techniques for buildings as well as the history of architectural cultural and concepts of building design. Civil engineering focuses on the building up of city “lifelines” such as roads, bridges, and water supply and waste systems that take into account factors such as the topography of the land and existing structures. Environmental engineering pursues providing materially-rich living for people in coexistence with the greenery, water, and air of the natural environment that surrounds them. Mentally and physically relaxing living environments are sought out.