Architecture

Two-and three-dimensional design and spatial studies; abstract studies in form, color and texture; introduction to architectural design processes; isometric and orthographic drawing; perspective, shade and shadow, lettering, and drafting techniques.

This course offers a review of basic math related to architectural drafting and math skills required for the construction industry.

Exploration of architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, engineering consulting and construction management through equity, environment, and economy; careers in the building design industry are considered. This course includes research methods, an overview of architectural history, and the development of written communication skills necessary in the professional office environment and academic arena.

Introduction to architectural design focusing on composition, conceptual design and principles of organization, scale, proportion, rhythm and 3-D development. Students develop the team-building skills as well as the graphic and verbal communication abilities necessary for success in the building design industry. Prerequisite: ARCHT 112 or permission of instructor.

This course applies the mathematical concepts and principles introduced in ARCHT 114. The use of computers in numerical computation is emphasized. Construction cost estimating methods are examined. Prerequisite: ARCHT 114 or permission of instructor.

Emphasis on basic graphic skills, design principles and design concepts for built environment design. Advanced exploration and communication of theories and concepts related to basic 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional principles of built space.

Students are introduced to the basic principles of CAD commands. Practical applications of a drawing software package and the creation of basic working drawings are emphasized.

This is an introductory course to the materials commonly used in residential construction. A variety of building components, their applications and limitations, and basic construction methods will be emphasized.

Introduction to construction documents using CAD. Students will develop working drawings common in a set of residential construction documents. Students will learn common practices for CAD usage within a professional building design office to equip them for effective collaborative work. Prerequisite: ARCHT 122 or permission of instructor.

Introduction to Electrical and Mechanical Systems for Buildings: building heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems, heat transfer concepts, water supply, drainage, electrical and lighting systems for buildings. Prerequisite: ARCHT 120 or permission of instructor.

Development of skills relating to drawing 2D and 3D objects, one and two point perspective as well as orthographic projection. Exploration of manual sketching techniques in combination with digital presentation methods.

The course will introduce students to the challenges of sustainable design and will focus on solutions. Students will utilize digital tools and technology with select design projects which will become the vehicle to analyze, evaluate and articulate new ideas for a more sustainable architectural design.

The course will guide students in a reflection and compilation of the cumulative documentation developed during the current and previous four quarters of the CAD/Building Design AAS and Architecture AAS-T degree programs.

Students are introduced to commercial architectural drafting and design implemented as a programmatic, sequential process. Concepts of commercial design are integrated with the development of basic commercial drafting concepts and procedures. Prerequisite: ARCHT 132 or permission of instructor.

This course introduces code analysis and code conformance for nonresidential projects. Prerequisite: ARCHT 125 or permission of instructor.

Students receive practical lab experience in the development of architectural working drawings from a preliminary commercial building design. Structural framing systems are emphasized. Construction documents will be produced using Autodesk CAD/BIM software. Prerequisite: ARCHT 238 or permission of instructor.

Students are introduced to the commercial architectural drafting profession, including the processes and materials used in the construction of commercial building systems. Commercial design decisions will be defined by relating building technologies, procedures, related industries and jurisdictional constraints.

Students are introduced to the materials commonly used in commercial construction. A variety of building components, their applications and limitations, and basic construction methods are emphasized. Wood, masonry, steel and concrete systems are discussed in depth.

Practical lab experience is offered in the development of commercial designs utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) and related technologies. Emphasis on visualization and analysis of BIM developed projects will be addressed. Prerequisite: ARCHT 242 or permission of instructor.

Practical lab experience is utilized in the development of commercial construction documents/designs integrating mechanical, electrical, lighting and plumbing systems for buildings. Hands-on application will be via continued development of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Prerequisite: ARCHT 252 or permission of instructor.

The course continues the concepts presented in ARCHT 250. A variety of building components, their applications and limitations, and basic construction methods are emphasized. Wood, masonry, steel and concrete systems as well as building envelope materials are discussed in depth. Prerequisite: ARCHT 250.

For course description, see Cooperative Education.

For course description, see Cooperative Education.