Architectural Engineering : Introduction
Architecture, the science of building, is the visualisation of building
blocks. It is the area of study which deals with the designing and planning
of buildings and structures and the spaces between them. Architecture
is a highly competitive and multi-disciplinary profession which involves
a variety of tasks at work. This is a field which covers various fields
including spatial design, aesthetics, safety management, material management
etc.
Architects are the licensed professionals trained in the art and science
of building. They are involved in all the phases of the building construction
i.e the functional, safety, economical and has to satisfy the needs of
its occupants. They are responsible person for the planning, designing
and supervision of construction works for houses, office buildings, skyscrapers,
landscapes, and even entire cities. An Architect is a combination of artist,
professional and businessperson. They ideates, sketches, makes blueprints
of their designs and then sees them come to life as cottages, skyscrapers
and even monuments. Apart from designing and construction, architects
are trained in activities ranging from conceptual problem solving to project
management.
One can rise to a successful position in the field through talent and
hard work. Success in this competitive profession is measured by
the size of responsibility entrusted to an individual, an invitation to
partnership in a firm or, ideally, a well-established private practice.
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