Description: This course is the second of three required courses in Architectural Technology sequence in the Rice School of Architecture. The topics covered are the design of concrete structures and design of specialized structures including tilt wall, long span, and high-rise. Each structural type is explored in terms of performance of the overall system, design of individual components, roofing, enclosure, and interior. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for ARCH 509 if student has credit for ARCH 309.