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ARCHITECTURE 1100 Introduction to Architecture 3 credit hours Introductory study of the theory, history, principles and practice of architecture. Basic principles of architectural analysis, criticism and aesthetic principles. Includes the roles and responsibilities of the design professions, including interior design, landscape architecture, urban planning and engineering and how they relate to each other. (3 lecture hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1101 Basic Architectural Drafting 2 credit hours Fundamentals of hand drafting and architectural conventions. Includes use of tools, lettering, dimensioning, drafting techniques, and frame construction vocabulary and technology. (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1111 Building Materials 4 credit hours Characteristics, properties, and applicable standards of construction materials. Includes all major structural, enclosure and finish materials and standards for materials. Emphasis on the process of material selection and evaluation including sustainability concepts and criteria. (4 lecture hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1121 Architectural Design Communication 4 credit hours Introduction to 2-D and 3-D communication and presentation techniques as used in architecture. Includes orthographic, paraline, perspective and freehand drawing techniques and procedures. Covers basic model building and the use of drawing as a problem abstraction and diagramming technique. (1 lecture hour, 6 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1130 Blueprint Reading 2 credit hours A survey of graphic construction drawings including paper and electronic mediums. Students learn to interpret construction drawings for residential, commercial and industrial structures. Includes architectural and engineering documents and graphic conventions. (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1131 Introduction to Architectural Design 4 credit hours Basic design theories and strategies related to the development of spatial concepts in architectural design, including composition, color, form, relationship of elements, and development of 2-D and 3-D design projects. Emphasis on concept generation and evaluation. Prerequisites: Architecture 1100 and 1121 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (2 lecture, 4 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1141 Construction Methods I 2 credit hours Survey of basic construction techniques and procedures through project applications. Topics include concrete, masonry, wood frame and lightweight steel construction methods and materials. Includes tool selection and use. Course is not designed to give students trade skills in these areas. (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1211 Basic Computer – Aided Drafting-AutoCad 3 credit hours Fundamentals of Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD). Introduces concepts, techniques and procedures necessary to facilitate a basic functional understanding of AutoCAD. Prerequisite: Basic technical drafting course, drafting experience or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1212 Advanced Computer – Aided Drafting-AutoCad 3 credit hours Advanced functions of Computer Assisted Design/Drafting (CADD). Includes advanced commands, system customization, and Internet applications. 3-D modeling and rendering will be introduced. Prerequisite: Architecture 1211 with a grade of “D” or better or equivalent or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1301 Introduction to Construction Management 3 credit hours Construction management as a project delivery system emphasizing the roles and responsibilities of construction managers, contractors, sub-contractors, owners and design professionals, and how they relate to each other. Fundamentals of project administration from pre-construction planning to project close-out through the study and review of case studies. Includes an overview of cost estimating, meetings, project safety and scheduling. (3 lecture hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1411 Introduction to BIM-Revit 3 credit hours Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM) as a construction documentation system. Introduces concepts and features of BIM. Includes software structure and features, modeling and editing techniques, and sheet creation and organization. Recommended: Architecture 1101 and 1211 or architectural drafting class or experience or consent of instructor. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1412 Advanced BIM - Revit 3 credit hours Advanced concepts of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Focuses on applying BIM software to develop a set of construction documents. Simulates project development and documentation. Prerequisite: Architecture 1411 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or consent of instructor. (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1820 Selected Topics in Architecture I 3 credit hours Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. This course may be taken four times for credit.as long as different topics are selected. (3 lecture hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1821 Selected Topics in Architecture II 3 credit hours Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. This course may be taken four times for credit.as long as different topics are selected. (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 1827 Selected Topics VIII 1 credit hour Introductory exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. This course may be taken four times for credit.as long as different topics are selected. (1 lecture hour)

ARCHITECTURE 1840 Independent Study 1 to 4 credit hours Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline to meet individual student-defined course description, goals, objectives, topical outline and methods of evaluation in coordination with and approved by the instructor. This course may be taken four times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor (4 lecture hours, 8 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2102 Detailing and Construction Documents 5 credit hours Study of wood frame, masonry, steel, and concrete construction systems and techniques. Project based class which simulates the process of a project's development in an architectural office. Includes analysis and applications of codes, regulations, and standards, material review and selection, construction detailing and documentation, and office standards and procedures for computer aided drafting and design (CADD) application. Prerequisites: Architecture 1101 and Architecture 1111 with a grade of “C” or better, and Architecture 1211 with a grade of “C” or better, or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2103 Steel and Concrete Construction 4 credit hours Study of steel and concrete construction technology. Project based class which simulates the process of a project's development in an architectural office. Includes analysis and applications of codes, regulations, and standards, material review and selection, construction detailing and documentation, and office standards and procedures for computer aided drafting and design (CADD) application. Prerequisite: Architecture 2102 with a grade of “D” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor. (2 lecture hours, 4 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2142 Construction Methods II 2 credit hours Survey of basic construction techniques and procedures through project applications. Topics include insulation, roofing, siding, installation of doors and windows, drywall, flooring and mechanical and electrical systems. Includes tool selection and use. Course is not designed to give students trade skills in these areas. (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2150 Basic Surveying 2 credit hours Basic procedures, calculations and field data recording techniques used in surveying. Correct procedures for the use of surveyor’s tape, engineer’s level, and transit and rod to establish locations and elevations. This is not an appropriate course for someone seeking to become a licensed surveyor. (1 lecture hour, 2 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2201 Architectural Design I 5 credit hours Exploration of form and space of the built environment. Includes process of problem analysis and evaluation to generate concepts and develop solutions. Prerequisite: Architecture 1131 with grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One (2 lecture hours, 6 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2202 Architectural Design II 5 credit hours Continuation of Architectural Design I. Problems involve larger scale, broader scope, and increased complexity. Advanced and digital presentation techniques will be used for presentations. Prerequisite: Architecture 2201 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor. (2 lecture, 6 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2203 Introduction to Architectural Theory 3 credit hours Traces the history of architectural thought through built projects, theoretical designs, and original writings of architects and others. Relates architectural theory to associated philosophical and intellectual movements. Prerequisite: Architecture 1100 with a grade of “D” or better, or equivalent and English Composition 1101 or 1105 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One (3 lecture hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2210 Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems 3 credit hours An overview of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems for buildings as used by architects and construction managers. Introduction to systems, equipment, design calculations, and drawings, standards, and conventions. Prerequisite: Architecture 1111 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2220 Architectural Computer Modeling 2 credit hours Computer graphics course using Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) and other software to create computer architectural models and presentations. Prerequisite: Architecture 1211 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 3 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2230 Structural Systems 3 credit hours An overview of components and concepts of structural systems in steel, concrete, and wood as used by architects. Includes conceptual design and detailing. Prerequisite: Architecture 1111 or Architecture 1211 with a grade of C or better or equivalent or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2240 Codes, Specifications and Contracts 3 credit hours Introduction to the legal framework of construction. The scope and implications of codes, includes model codes and review of structure and organization of the International Building Code (IBC), the organization, structure, and role of specifications within construction documents, standard forms of contracts and contractual relationships. Prerequisite: Architecture 1111 or equivalent or consent of instructor. Course requires Reading Placement Test Score-Category One (3 lecture hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2250 Architectural Presentation and Portfolio 3 credit hours Advanced architectural presentation techniques. Covers both hardcopy and digital product formats. Uses various 3-D modeling software as well as image enhancement and animation software. Prerequisite: Architecture 1121 and Architecture 1211 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (1 lecture hour, 4 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2260 Construction Estimating 3 credit hours Basic procedures, calculations, and techniques used in construction cost estimating. Includes bidding procedures, different types of construction estimates and the appropriate procedures for each, and the process of quantity take-offs and cost calculations including equipment, overhead, and profit components. Computer applications to produce estimates and review of existing software titles. Prerequisite: Architecture 1111 or equivalent or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2270 Construction Scheduling 3 credit hours Construction scheduling as a tool for project delivery and documentation, from project conception to building occupancy. Emphasizing the interrelationship of the trades and sequencing of the work during the construction process. Includes schedule composition and schedule implementation for project success. Prerequisite: Architecture 1130 and 1301 with a grade of “C” or better, or equivalent or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2413 BIM Management-Revit 3 credit hours Introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM) applications for the construction industry. Recommended course: Architecture 2260 or concurrent enrollment in Architecture 2260. Prerequisite: Architecture 1130 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent and Architecture 1301 with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent or consent of instructor (2 lecture hours, 2 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2820 Advanced Selected Topics in Architecture I 3 credit hours Advanced exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college course schedule. This course may be taken four times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: At least one course in the discipline or consent of instructor (3 lecture hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2823 Advanced Selected Topics in Architecture IV 3 credit hours Advanced exploration and analysis of selected topics with a specific theme indicated by course title listed in college Class Schedule. This course may be taken four times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: At least one course in the discipline or consent of instructor (6 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2840 Architectural Experimental/Pilot Class 1 to 6 credit hours Exploration and analysis of topics within the discipline. This course is used to pilot a proposal for a permanent discipline course. This course may be taken four times for credit as long as different topics are selected. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor (6 lecture hours, 12 lab hours)

ARCHITECTURE 2860 Internship (Career & Technical Education) 1 to 4 credit hours Course requires participation in Career and Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

ARCHITECTURE 2865 Internship - Advanced (Career & Tech Education) 1 to 4 credit hours Continuation of Internship (Career and Technical Education). Course requires participation in Career & Technical Education work experience with onsite supervision. Internship learning objectives are developed by student and faculty member, with approval of employer, to provide appropriate work-based learning experiences. Credit is earned by working a minimum of 75 clock hours per semester credit hour, up to a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: 2.0 cumulative grade point average; 12 semester credits earned in a related field of study; students work with Career Services staff to obtain approval of the internship by the Associate Dean from the academic discipline where the student is planning to earn credit.

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