ARCH 103 - Building Technology and Documentation

(R only) CE

An in-depth examination of structural, surface, and detail elements of a building and its documentation. An introduction to drafting techniques of architectural and interior design spaces. A hands-on experience in which the student develops skills in the professional drafting standards, format and layout of drawings. Assessment Level(s): ENGL 101/ENGL 011, MATH 117 or higher. Two hours lecture, four hours laboratory each week.

3 semester hours

May not be taken concurrently with MATH 017 or MATH 020 or MATH 030 without appropriate Math assessment score.

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Produce hand drafted drawings that follow professional standards in format and layout.
Identify and illustrate basic components in light frame building construction.
Interpret architectural symbols and conventions of documentation.
Produce an integrated set of drafted documents of a residential project.
Apply principles of geometric construction in the execution of their drawings.
Develop time management skills.
Identify the characteristics and applications of principal building construction systems.
Produce digital drawings that build upon the knowledge and standards acquired in the production of hand drafted drawings.
Create drawings that describe typical wall types and assemblies through the creation of large-scale wall section details.

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