Architecture (ARC)

ARC 111. Introduction to Architectural Technology. 3.0 Credits. Class-1.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-4.0. Work-0.0

This course introduces basic architectural drafting techniques, lettering, use of architectural and engineer scales, and sketching. Topics include orthographic, axonometric, and oblique drawing techniques using architectural plans, elevations, sections, and details; reprographic techniques; and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and print scaled drawings within minimum architectural standards.

ARC 112. Construction Materials & Methods. 4.0 Credits. Class-3.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-2.0. Work-0.0

This course introduces construction materials and methodologies. Topics include construction terminology, traditional and alternative materials and their properties, manufacturing processes, construction techniques, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to detail construction assemblies and identify construction materials and properties.

ARC 113. Residential Architectural Technology. 3.0 Credits. Class-1.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-6.0. Work-0.0

This course covers intermediate residential working drawings. Topics include residential plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare a set of residential working drawings that are within accepted architectural standards.

ARC 114. Architectural CAD. 2.0 Credits. Class-1.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-3.0. Work-0.0

This course introduces basic architectural CAD techniques. Topics include basic commands and system hardware and software. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and plot architectural drawings to scale within accepted architectural standards.

ARC 116. Architectural Design Studio I. 5.0 Credits. Class-2.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-9.0. Work-0.0

This course introduces the fundamental aspects of architectural design and documentation. Emphasis is placed on a studio culture experience, prompting completion of precedent analysis and creatively solving challenges within the field of architecture through the act of making; those being executed in both two and three dimensions. Upon completion, students should be able to apply their work to the foundational principles in which architecture is rooted.

ARC 117. Architectural Design Studio II. 5.0 Credits. Class-2.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-9.0. Work-0.0

This course covers architectural vocabulary and design methods through the creation of a single or multi-family residential design project. Topics include and allow for the opportunity to interrogate cultural and environmental issues currently affecting the built environment humans inhabit while facilitating their graphic and verbal communication skills. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate, digitally and physically, the design of a small-scale building.

ARC 131. Building Codes. 3.0 Credits. Class-2.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-2.0. Work-0.0

This course covers the methods of researching building codes for specific projects. Topics include residential and commercial building codes. Upon completion, students should be able to determine the code constraints governing construction projects.

ARC 132. Specifications & Contracts. 2.0 Credits. Class-2.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-0.0. Work-0.0

This course covers the development of written specifications and the implications of different contractual arrangements. Topics include specification development, contracts, bidding material research, and agency responsibilities. Upon completion, students should be able to write a specification section and demonstrate the ability to interpret contractual responsibilities.

ARC 133. Construction Document Analysis. 2.0 Credits. Class-1.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-3.0. Work-0.0

This course covers the analysis of building construction drawings. Emphasis is placed on material identification, understanding construction details, and the relationships of building structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems. Upon completion, students should be able to analyze a set of construction drawings by identifying building construction materials and understanding construction details and engineering systems.

ARC 141. Elementary Structures for Architecture. 4.0 Credits. Class-4.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-0.0. Work-0.0

This course covers concepts of elementary structures in architecture. Topics include structural form, statics, strength of materials, structural behavior, and the relationship between structures and architectural form. Upon completion, students should be able to size simple structural elements.

ARC 197T. Seminar in. 2.0 Credits. Class-2.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-0.0. Work-0.0

This course provides an opportunity for students to analyze current architectural movements, trends, and methodologies. Emphasis is placed on architectural production in various modes, including: writing, reading, thinking, and portfolio development. Students will be allowed to craft and critique their work and the work of their peers. Upon completion, students should be able to successfully analyze architectural concepts and theories through various forms of written and graphical representation.

ARC 210. Introduction to Sustain Design. 2.0 Credits. Class-1.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-3.0. Work-0.0

This course introduces concepts and principles related to sustainable site development and architectural design. Topics include low impact and sustainable site development, water efficiency, energy efficiency, material and resource management, indoor environmental quality, and return on investment. Upon completion, students should be able to articulate and integrate sustainable design principles into site and architectural design.

ARC 216. Architectural Design Studio III. 5.0 Credits. Class-2.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-9.0. Work-0.0

This course provides students information on construction topics, building codes and standards, and project logistics for the design of a commercial architectural project. Emphasis is placed on real world constraints and considerations while articulating innovative design strategies through advanced drawing techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to execute a large-scale building design according to industry standards.

ARC 217. Architectural Design Studio IV. 5.0 Credits. Class-2.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-9.0. Work-0.0

This course is designed to allow students to collaborate in a team environment on the design of a conceptual architectural design project. Emphasis is placed on an architectural design challenge taking into considerations key elements like site, program, environment, client, and visual communication and presentation. Upon completion, student should be able to use collaborative BIM technologies, allowing a more focused understanding of professional practice with regard to design, documentation, and communication.

ARC 221. Architectural 3-D CAD. 3.0 Credits. Class-1.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-4.0. Work-0.0

This course introduces architectural three-dimensional CAD applications. Topics include three-dimensional drawing, coordinate systems, viewing, rendering, modeling, and output options. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare architectural three-dimensional drawings and renderings. SketchUp, Inventor, and Rhino3D are the primary applications used in this course.

ARC 225. Architectural Building Information Modeling I. 2.0 Credits. Class-1.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-3.0. Work-0.0

This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM) as a construction documentation system. Topics include basic parametric modeling, creating new types and families of components, and using 3D models to create design drawings. Upon competition, students should be able to use BIM software to create, edit, and print rudimentary architectural 3D computer models. Focus for this course: AutoDesk Revit Architecture.

ARC 226. Architectural Building Information Modeling II. 2.0 Credits. Class-1.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-3.0. Work-0.0

This course covers advanced concepts of Building Information Modeling (BIM) including complex drawing generation and inter-disciplinary collaboration. Topics include advanced parametric modeling and model analysis, inter-disciplinary coordination, design web format models, material take-off, schedules, and rendering. Upon completion, students should be able to apply BIM software to create full 3D project models and convert them to scaled working or presentation drawings.

ARC 230. Environmental Systems. 4.0 Credits. Class-3.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-3.0. Work-0.0

This course introduces plumbing, mechanical (HVAC), and electrical systems for the architectural environment. Topics include basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems for residential and/or commercial buildings with an introduction to selected code requirements. Upon completion, students should be able to develop schematic drawings for plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems and perform related calculations.

ARC 250. Survey of Architecture. 3.0 Credits. Class-3.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-0.0. Work-0.0

This course introduces the historical trends in architectural form. Topics include historical and current trends in architecture. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of significant historical and current architectural styles.

ARC 251. Advanced Survey of Architecture. 3.0 Credits. Class-3.0. Clinical-0.0. Lab-0.0. Work-0.0

This course builds on prior knowledge of historical trends in architectural form, and explores those topics in greater depth. Topics could include historic preservation, the social and political contexts of architectural design, and design theory. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a deeper understanding of significant historical and current architectural styles and theories.