Course Syllabus
Contact Information
Course Details
For a list of course activities, scroll to the bottom of this page.
Course Format
Synchronous Online: Learning occurs online and in real time. These "Live Sessions" take place weekly from 7 pm to 9 pm (CST). Live Sessions will count toward your participation grade. As such, it is highly recommended that you participate in real time. However, in the event that your work or personal schedule makes it impossible for you to attend, please review the recording of the Live Session for the particular week you were unable to attend, read the assigned chapters, take the assigned practice quizzes, and post to Discussion C: Make-Up Assignment board. Specific details and procedures on how to complete the make-up assignment can be found within each module on the "LIVE SESSION" tab.
Course Prerequisites
- ARCH 5812: Human Centric Design
- ARCH 5822: Foundations of Building Physics and Analysis
- ARCH 5832: Introduction to Building Performance Analysis
- ARCH 5842: Introduction to Research Methods for Analysis
Course Materials
- Main Textbook: ATP WELL AP Exam Preparation Guide (based on the WELL Building Standard v1, with Q1 2018 Addenda)
All additional required materials can be found linked to the individual weekly modules within Canvas. They are also available at the RESOURCES: Course Materials page in the Start Here Module.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLO)
The course learning outcomes (CLOs) for ARCH 5882: WELL AP Exam align with two of the program learning outcomes (PLOs) for the MS in Sustainable Architecture. Specifically, CLO A, which aims to contribute to the development of environmentally responsible interior architecture, aligns with both PLO 1, "Research," and PLO 4, "Account for ESG Impacts." This CLO addresses the environmental and societal impacts of design decisions, which is a key focus of the program. CLO B, which focuses on learning, understanding, and applying the WELL AP system, aligns with PLO 1, as it involves researching and evaluating emerging methodologies for optimizing human performance in buildings. By providing students with the knowledge and skills to create environmentally responsible interior architecture and preparing them to take the WELL AP Exam, ARCH 5882 contributes to the program's goal of equipping students with the expertise needed for sustainable evidence-based design and the use of analytical tools to make better design decisions and communicate the rationale to clients.
- Research - Research and evaluate emerging science and methodologies for optimizing building and human performance through the case study method. (CLO A and B)
- Design, Build, and Assess - Use analysis, tools, and methods to design, develop, select materials, and assess the building systems and performance of code-compliant sustainable projects.
- Fund and Manage - Evaluate financing and life cycle cost accounting strategies used in green building initiatives.
- Account for ESG Impacts - Explain how design decisions impact society, systemic issues, and the environment for all communities today and in the future. (CLO A)
- AIA Framework - Demonstrate integrated project design and sustainability within the AIA Framework for Design Excellence.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) Alignment
| CLO | Description | PLO |
|---|---|---|
| A | To critically contribute to the development of environmentally responsible interior architecture. |
1, 4 |
| B | To learn, understand, and apply the WELL AP system as well as prepare to take the WELL AP Exam. | 1 |
Grades
Breakdown
| Activity | Description | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Participation - Live Sessions | Join live sessions in real time or complete activities designated for missed live sessions. | 35 |
| Participation - Flash Card Quizzes | Students will utilize Kahoot! to partake in a flash card quiz review. | 10 |
| Participation - Group Quizzes | Students will breakout into groups to complete practice quizzes as a team on ATPeResource site. | 10 |
| Participation - By the Numbers Quiz | Take “By the Numbers” quiz individually on ATPeResource site - week 6 only | 5 |
| Guest Speaker Prep | Students will submit 2 questions beforehand for the speaker's review and to support meaningful dialogue during the Live Session. | 10 |
| Practice Exams | Students will take 3 separate practice exams outside of the live session on the ATPeResource site. | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 90–100% | A |
| 80–89% | B |
| 70–79% | C |
| 60–69% | D |
| Below 60% | F |
Course Components
Weekly Readings
Weekly readings are the foundation to preparing for the WELL AP exam and the class live sessions. All tested material is based on concepts found in the reading.
Participation
Participation is critical to assuring the students have a true understanding of the reading material. By engaging in conversation of chapter topics and discussing quiz questions, we can move past basic memorization and begin active learning. Content will begin to take on real world relevance and have a longer lasting impact.
Live Session Discussions
Following the flash card quiz and group quiz, the discussion portion of the live session will focus on the question topics commonly missed by the students. By taking the time to further examine the content, we can pinpoint and alleviate misunderstanding of the information. When extra time is available, the discussion will then turn towards real world application of that week’s topic to better engrain the content.
Flash Card Quizzes
Flash card quizzes ensure that key terms and concepts are understood. This rudimentary knowledge is critical to successfully answering WELL AP exam questions. The quizzes will be created in a game format. By providing a non-graded, but competitive structure, students have an opportunity to increase their focus and engagement.
Group Quizzes
Group quizzes take the basic knowledge of key concepts and provide questions geared to mimic actual WELL AP exam questions. Students will be assigned into small groups and take the quiz together in breakout sessions. Within the smaller settings, students will have an opportunity to discuss their knowledge and content interpretation as they work through answering the questions together. Missed questions will be recorded by the students and brought back to the larger group for further discussion on the topic in the live session.
Practice Final Exam
Students will take a practice exam outside of the live session after all readings have been completed. Missed questions will be recorded by the students and submitted for discussion during the following live session. The practice exam will demonstrate to the student their actual level of understanding of the WELL AP exam topics and areas of content to continue studying to prepare for the actual WELL AP exam.
Guest Speaker
The guest speaker will provide a HSW certified CEU designed to illustrate the importance of the global wellness industry at large, identify the external factors driving wellness in design, and highlight the importance of the WELL Building Standard. There will also be a focus on some of the major principles and concept changes between v1 and v2 of the WELL AP exam.
Course Policies
Communication
If you need to contact me, please e-mail me directly at mpark@ou.edu. Canvas messaging is unreliable, please only use OU email for communication with me. I will do my best to respond within 24 hours, 48 hours max. Please note that work-life balance is very important to me, and I make an effort to avoid checking e-mail on the weekends if at all possible.
How will we address each other? My pronouns are she/her/hers. In terms of titles, Melissa works just fine. If you go by a name other than the one listed in Canvas, please tell me how you prefer to be addressed. Additionally, if I mispronounce your name, do not hesitate to correct me. Respecting another's preferred pronouns, titles, and pronunciations is an easy way to show respect to your colleagues and is something I take very seriously.
Feedback
Assignments will be graded within one week of submission. If you would like a deeper dive into any feedback or grade you receive, I am happy to set up individual Zoom meetings to discuss further.
Late Policy
Late work will be accepted with a grade penalty. All graded assignments should be completed by the assigned due date. However, I understand that unexpected circumstances may arise.
If you face a situation that prevents you from submitting an assignment on time, such as a university-excused absence, sickness, or family emergency, please communicate with me as soon as possible. If you notify me before the assigned due date, I will work with you to arrange a reasonable extension without a grade penalty.
If you submit an assignment late without prior arrangement, the following grade penalties will apply:
- Up to 24 hours late: 10% grade reduction
- 24 to 48 hours late: 20% grade reduction
- 48 to 96 hours late: 30% grade reduction
- More than 96 hours late: 50% grade reduction
I will only accept assignments up to 7 days after the original due date, except in cases of extended university-excused absences or extenuating circumstances that I have approved.
Please note that these penalties are in place to ensure fairness for all students and to encourage the timely completion of assignments. If you anticipate any difficulties meeting a deadline, contact me. We can discuss your situation and explore potential solutions together.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is the most common form of academic misconduct at OU. There is no college-level assignment that can be satisfactorily completed by copying. OU's basic assumption about writing is that all written assignments show the student's own understanding in the student's own words. That means all writing assignments, in class or out, are assumed to be composed entirely of words generated (not simply found) by the student, except where words written by someone else are specifically marked as such with proper citation. Including other people's words in your paper is helpful when you do it honestly and correctly. When you don't, it's plagiarism.
For more information about plagiarism, watch this video and then take this short course offered by University Libraries.
Errata and Changes
Errors and omissions to this syllabus or class presentations will be revised as observed and do not constitute incomplete or late work from students. Students are responsible for bringing the professor’s attention to any and all possible errata they encounter. The instructor reserves the right to make changes to the syllabus and content based on course pacing and current events that may be relevant to the material.
Additional Resources
If you need additional support or guidance in navigating Canvas, please visit the Sustainable Architecture Student Orientation Course for helpful tutorials, tips, and resources to enhance your experience with our learning management system.
University Academic Policies and Student Support
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Course Summary:
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