Master Syllabus DF1164, Architecture Design and Constr

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Credits 4 Lab Hours 4 Lecture Hours 1 Clinical Hours 0
This course introduces students to basic architectural drawing skills, basic residential design concepts, and material and methods of construction. The world of Architecture is all around us. Architectural drafters need a keen eye for design, knowledge of construction materials and processes, and skillful drawing techniques. This course prepares the student for an entry-level position with an engineering firm or engineering consulting firm.

For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

Program and/or Department Mission Statement

The Industrial Technology Division is a committed leader in innovative workforce development by meeting the dynamic needs of business and industry through the development of student-centered education, technical excellence, and citizenship.

SCCC Outcomes

Outcome #4: Demonstrate mathematical skills by using a variety of techniques and technologies.

Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.

Outcome #6: Exhibit skills in information and technological literacy.

Outcome #9: Exhibit workplace skills to include respect for others, teamwork competence, attendance/punctuality, decision making, conflict resolution, truthfulness/honest, positive attitude, judgment, responsibility.

Course Outcomes

Architectural Styles

Standards for drawing conventions

techniques to prepare Architectural

drawings

methods

methods

Standards to Architectural designs

Architectural models

  1. Identify the Characteristics of
  2. Identify basic house designs
  3. Read and interpret Building Codes
  4. Research the Architectural Graphic
  5. Apply conventional Drafting
  6. Understand Room and space planning
  7. Identify Conventional Construction
  8. Identify Alternative Construction
  9. Create and Draft Floor plans
  10. Apply Americans with Disabilities
  11. Draw Architectural detail drawings
  12. Identify components of Electrical plans
  13. Create Presentation Drawings and
Course Outline

Drafting

  1. Introduction to Architectural Design &
  2. Residential Design
  3. Site Planning
  4. Floor plans
  5. Supplemental Plan drawings
  6. Roof Plans
  7. Elevations
  8. Framing Methods & Plans
  9. Foundation Plans
  10. Wall sections & Details
Instructional Methods
  1. Lectures
  2. Discussion and Questions
  3. Demonstrations
  4. Reading Assignments
  5. Skills Assignments
  6. CAD Drawing Assignments
  7. Examinations
Instructional Resources and Materials
  1. Lectures
  2. Discussion and Questions
  3. Demonstrations
  4. Reading Assignments
  5. Skills Assignments
  6. CAD Drawing Assignments
  7. Examinations
Methods of Assessment

The student will be graded on learning activities and assessment tasks. Grade determinants may include the following: daily work, quizzes, chapter or unit tests, comprehensive examinations, student projects, student presentations, class participation, and other methods of evaluation employed at the discretion of the instructor.

  1. SCCC Outcomes 4 and 5 will be assessed and measured by solving assigned drawing problems, demonstration of skills necessary to successfully complete project exercise drawings, and a written test.
  2. SCCC Outcome 6 will be assessed and measured by demonstrating the ability to create, edit, and print Architectural floor plan and detail drawings using Revit software.
  3. SCCC Outcome 9 will be assessed by evaluation of finished drawings and schedules to current industry standards.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.