Architects and Civil Engineers are constantly at odds.

An Architectural Engineer bridges the gap.

Hi, I'm Matt.

You may know me as "Alpine1".

I hold an accredited Bachelor of Engineering in Architectural Conservation and Sustainability Engineering as of 2023. Throughout my architectural engineering undergrad, I enjoyed (most of) my classes. It had its ups and downs, as engineering does, but I learned to keep my head above water - and have fun doing it.

The purpose of this course is to clarify what "architectural engineering" actually is, to see if you'd like the material, and to pass along tips & tricks I've discovered over the years as a dean's list student. 20-question FAQ included with video explanations.

This 1h11min course is packed with everything you need to know before applying for a university degree program, helping you make an informed decision.

Worst case, you learn about buildings and see pretty diagrams.

Best case, you find a career you love forever.

Common Questions

1 - Is it the same as Architecture?

No, but there's plenty of overlap.

2 - Will it make me an Architect?

Not without a masters degree.

3 - Will it involve studio time & model building?

Depends on the university. We worked with our hands for projects & labs, but architectural model-making is different.

4 - Will it make me an Engineer?

There's a few years between graduation and earning your Professional Engineer (P. Eng) designation. But, assuming you meet all the requirements, yes. Check in your respective country, titles and governance structures vary.

5 - Was it worth the time, effort, and money?

In my opinion, yes. Buildings are awesome.

Additional topics explored:

What are the major class topics, and can you explain them?

Are tutorials actually useful?

How do I get involved and make friends?

How do I not get overwhelmed by a heavy courseload?

Did you do co-op? (Hint: yes)

This series is independent of any university.

Currently in vertical video format. Horizontal re-shooting coming soonTM.

Online, self-paced, 1h11min. Includes FAQ.