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CADD 1300 - Architectural Design; Residential
Credit hours: 3
Course Description: An introduction to architectural design and drafting. This course will cover the basics of residential design, light construction, and construction drawings. Topics include design concepts and schematic design; application of concepts to a design problem. Students will develop foundation and floor plans; footings and foundations; structural elements; platform framing construction; stairway design; dimensioning; architectural symbols; and developing building sections and elevations. Each student will prepare concept diagrams, schematic drawings, and construction drawings.
Student Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to:
- Produce basic drawings required for construction using AutoCAD.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship of plans, sections, and details.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship of drawings, schedules, and specifications.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the uses of building materials.
- Demonstrate knowledge of standard material and equipment sizes.
- Use reference materials (product literature, tables, charts and example drawings).
- Use codes (state and local).
- Analyze and select appropriate framing members for simple buildings.
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