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Course Descriptions
Arch Principles 10614210 Introduces the principles of architectural design theory, sketching application, and space planning. Develops skills in visualization, presentation drawings, and architectural language. Basic architectural sketches and drawings will be prepared.( Prerequisite: Acceptance in Architectural Technology program) Course Typically Offered: Fall
College 101 10890101 Students gain skills that lead to success in college, employment, and life. Students should take this course in their first semester.( Pre-requisite: None.) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
CAD Architectural 10614222 Incorporates the use of AutoCAD for generating construction drawings. Basic to intermediate techniques will be employed. Accurate architectural drawings adhering to given standards that incorporate symbols, dimensions and notes will be created.( Prerequisite: Accepted into the Architectural Technology program or Architecture Fundamentals Certificate.) Course Typically Offered: Fall
BIM Architectural 1 10614216 Incorporates the use of Revit for building information modeling. Basic to intermediate modeling and documentation tools will be explored. Simple building information models will be generated, edited, and documented.( Prerequisite: Acceptance in Architectural Technology program or into the Fundamentals of Architecture certificate.) Course Typically Offered: Fall
Architectural Print Reading 1 10614217 Introduces building construction drawings, codes, and specifications. Residential projects will be examined.( Corequisite: 10-614-210, Architectural Principles, 10-614-213, Building Materials, and / or enrolled in the Fundamentals of Architecture Certificate.) Course Typically Offered: Fall
Bldg Materials 10614213 Considers material properties, processes of manufacture, installation procedures and performance. Construction methods, building systems and products will be evaluated. Materials will be analyzed and classified based on the Construction Specifications Institute Master Format.( Prerequisite: Acceptance in Architectural Technology program or into the Fundamentals of Architecture certificate.) Course Typically Offered: Spring
English Composition 1 10801136 Learners develop knowledge / skills in planning, organizing, writing, editing. Students will also analyze audience / purpose, use elements of research, format documents using standard guidelines, and develop critical reading skills.( Prerequisite: GPA greater / equal to 2.6; OR ACT Reading score greater / equal to 15 AND English greater / equal to 18; OR Next Gen Reading score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 250; OR " preparatory course( s)", contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
College Technical Math 1A 10804113 Topics include solving linear equations; graphing; percent; proportions; measurement systems; computational geometry; and right triangle trigonometry. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems.( Prerequisite: GPA greater / equal to 2.6; OR Next Gen Arithmetic score greater / equal to 250 AND Rdg score greater / equal to 250; OR ACT Math score greater / equal to 15 AND ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 15; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor 920-498-5444) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
Structural Residential 10614232 Highlights load distribution and coordination of structural components within residential buildings. Foundation systems, framing design and applicable codes will be examined. Various methods will be utilized to select members for use in structural drawings.( Prerequisites: 10-614-210, Architectural Principles; 10-614-217, Architectural Print Reading; 10-614-216, BIM Architectural 1; 10-614-222, CAD Architectural) Course Typically Offered: Spring
Building Sustainability 1 10614214 Investigates basic sustainable design theories and rating systems. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design( LEED ©) green building rating system will be applied to a residential building design.( Prerequisite: Acceptance in Architectural Technology program or into the Fundamentals of Architecture certificate.) Course Typically Offered: Fall
Architectural Print Reading 2 10614164 Reviews building construction documents and codes. Commercial projects will be examined.( Prerequisite: 10-614-217, Architectural Print Reading 1) Course Typically Offered: Fall
Architectural Residential 10614219 Emphasizes residential house styles, building codes, and design components related to the site and structure. Conceptual design drawings will be developed into construction drawings using AutoCAD and Revit software.( Prerequisites: 10-614-213, Building Materials; 10-614-210, Architectural Principles; 10-614-217, Architectural Print Reading 1; 10-614-231, BIM Architectural 2; 10-614-222, CAD Architectural) Course Typically Offered: Spring
BIM Architectural 2 10614231 Expands the implementation of additional features found in Revit. Advanced modeling and documentation tools will be explored. More complex building information models will be generated, edited, and documented.( Prerequisite: 10-614-216, BIM Architectural 1) Course Typically Offered: Spring
Architectural Internship 10614215 Associates program coursework with architectural related careers. Compliance to industry procedures and standards will be stressed. Architectural technology concepts and techniques will be applied in a work environment.( Prerequisite: Instructor approval) Course Typically Offered: With instructor approval
Intro to Ethics: Theory & App 10809166 Basic understanding of theoretical foundations of ethical thought; analyze / compare relevant issues using diverse ethical perspectives; critically evaluate individual, social / professional standards of behavior-- applying a systematic decision-making process.( Prerequisite: GPA greater / equal to 2.6; OR Next Gen Rdg score greater / equal to 250 AND Writing score greater / equal to 237; OR ACT Rdg score greater / equal to 15 AND English greater / equal to 15; OR 10-831-107, College Reading and Writing with a B or better) Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall Spring
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