Nearly all architecture research or term papers are written in APA and Harvard writing styles given the requirements of word size.

Architectural or Building engineering is the utilization of technology and engineering principals in building concepts, design and construction. An architectural engineer can be involved in mechanical, construction, electrical and structural engineering fields of construction and building design. Architectural engineering can be distinguished as a separate and integrated field among other engineering disciplines by its multi- disciplined approach of engineering and building designs. Architectural engineering attempts to integrate building systems (such as lighting or fire protection) within the building design in general. Many university programs prefer concentrations on one of these building systems while other programs offer a generalist Architectural Engineering training.

Structural engineering engages in the design and analysis of constructions such as equipment support, bridges, towers, building and walls. Architectural engineering at times utilizes structural as an integrated aspect of the building design. Structural engineering if practiced as a specialized discipline becomes commonly side by side with architectural and other related engineering disciplines. At times, MEP (mechanical, electrical and plumbing) engineers or Building Service Engineering is performed by architectural engineers in their own building designs. Specialized Mechanical engineers manage the plumbing systems and HVAC (heating ventilation and air conditioning) systems. Electrical engineers overlook the telecommunication, signalization, power distribution, fire alarm, lightening protecting systems and control systems. Plumbing designers also sometimes overlook active fire protection in place of fire protection engineers. In some languages a professional architect can be translated into an architectural engineer.