MIT: Independent Activities Period: IAP

IAP 2013



I thought I wanted to be an architect

Zaurie Zimmerman

Feb/01 Fri 02:00PM-05:00PM 7-338 (Stella Room), Provide background and interests in signup request

Enrollment: Limited: Advance sign-up required
Sign-up by 01/25
Limited to 20 participants

This course will reveal a fascinating alternative career path available to those with an interest in architecture, building-related engineering, real estate development or construction. If a far more comprehensive role in the process of bringing buildings to life interests you, one that is exciting, rewarding, demanding and crucial to a building project's success, please join us. 

Part One

Analysis of the key aspects of the roles of architect, owner and contractor in the planning, design and construction processes.  Exploration of the interplay of forces in the quality/schedule/budget triangle highlighting elements crucial to produce successful projects.  Introduction to development management, with a focus on sustainability, from the owner's perspective.

Part Two

Case studies of projects ranging from the mixed-use development of Rowes Wharf, to projects developed on the campuses of non-profit institutions including arts centers, technology buildings, science labs, and the first building built on the Rose Kennedy Greenway demonstrating principles of successful project management.

Instructor holds BSAD and MArch degrees from MIT, is a registered architect and a 25 year veteran of this profession.

Sponsor(s): Architecture
Contact: Zaurie Zimmerman, zaurie.zimmerman@gmail.com