ARCHT 112 — Introduction to Architectural Drafting (7 cr)
This course includes instruction in the elements of floor plans and elevation development for inclusion in, and development of, a set of working drawings for a small residential project. Emphasis is placed on line construction, line quality and lettering. (SCC)
ARCHT 114 — Architectural Math (3 cr)
This course offers a review of basic math related to architectural drafting and math skills required for the construction industry. (SCC)
ARCHT 120 — Residential Architecture Theory (3 cr)
This course introduces students to the architectural drafting profession, including a historical review and basic principles of residential drafting. Career opportunities, comparisons with related professions, options regarding continuing education leading to a bachelor's degree and architectural licensing also are explored. (SCC)
ARCHT 122 — Basic Residential Drafting (5-7 cr)
Practical applications in the development of detailed architectural drawings for multilevel residences, quality lettering, line weight, drafting composition, drawing coordination and accuracy are emphasized. Preparation of a complete set of working drawings for each residence are included. Prerequisite: ARCHT 112 or permission of instructor. (SCC)
ARCHT 124 — Advanced Architectural Math (2 cr)
This course continues the principles introduced in ARCHT 114. Advanced math skills required for the construction industry are emphasized. Prerequisite: ARCHT 114 or permission of instructor. (SCC)
ARCHT 125 — Residential Building Codes (2 cr)
This course introduces uniform building codes as they apply to residential construction projects. An overview of general building codes is presented. (SCC)
ARCHT 126 — Introduction to Computer Assisted Drafting (1-5 cr)
Students are introduced to the basic principles of CAD commands. Practical applications of a drawing software package and the creation of basic working drawings are emphasized. (SCC)
ARCHT 130 — Residential Building Materials (4 cr)
This is an introductory course to the materials commonly used in residential construction. A variety of building components, their applications and limitations, and basic construction methods will be emphasized. (SCC)
ARCHT 132 — Advanced Residential Drafting/CAD (7 cr)
This course provides students with practical applications utilizing all theory and training presented in previous quarters. Students develop complete sets of working drawings from plans of their choice and/or the construction program project house. Prerequisite: ARCHT 122 or permission of instructor. (SCC)
ARCHT 134 — Electrical and Mechanical Systems (3 cr)
This course introduces students to electrical and mechanical systems used on structures. Drafting techniques used to produce electrical and mechanical drawings are presented. Prerequisite: ARCHT 120 or permission of instructor. (SCC)
ARCHT 138 — CAD Applications (5 cr)
This course presents additional computer aided drafting (CAD) techniques. Specific details of stair, fireplace, window, cabinet and deck connections are emphasized. Prerequisite: ARCHT 122. (SCC)
ARCHT 139 — Delineation (4 cr)
This course explores numerous sketching techniques for plan and elevation development in addition to the fundamentals of perspective drawing to produce pictorial images for communication and design concepts. (SCC)
ARCHT 196 — Special Problems (2-5 cr)
This course offers an in-depth study of advanced topics relevant to the architectural technology field. Content includes basic and advanced blueprint reading, commercial building materials, sketching methods and techniques, site planning, and the uniform building code. Course content varies depending on program and student demand. (SCC)
ARCHT 240 — Commercial Building Codes (3 cr)
This course introduces code analysis and code conformance for nonresidential projects. Prerequisite: ARCHT 125 or permission of instructor. (SCC)
ARCHT 242 — Introduction to Commercial Drafting/CAD (8 cr)
Students receive practical lab experience in the development of a set of architectural working drawings from a preliminary design of a commercial building. Structural steel framing systems are emphasized with drawing on autocad software. Prerequisite: ARCHT 132 or permission of instructor. (SCC)
ARCHT 246 — Commercial Architecture Theory (3 cr)
Students are introduced to the commercial architectural drafting profession, including the processes and materials used in the construction of heavy timber, concrete and steel systems. Specific commercial drafting opportunities and procedures are emphasized. (SCC)
ARCHT 250 — Introduction to Commercial Building Materials (4 cr)
Students are introduced to the materials commonly used in commercial construction. A variety of building components, their applications and limitations, and basic construction methods are emphasized. (SCC)
ARCHT 251 — Advanced Commercial Building Codes (3 cr)
This course continues the concepts presented in ARCHT 240. Advanced code analysis and code conformance on commercial projects are emphasized. Prerequisite: ARCHT 240. (SCC)
ARCHT 252 — Basic Commercial Drafting/CAD (8 cr)
Practical lab experience is offered in this course in the development of a set of working drawings from a preliminary design of a nonresidential building utilizing structural concrete framing systems. Applications are drawn on the computer using Desktop Architectural software. Prerequisite: ARCHT 242 or permission of instructor. (SCC)
ARCHT 253 — Introduction to Architectural CAD (5 cr)
Students are introduced to the basic principles of CAD and its application to the architectural drafting field. Practical applications of a drawing software package and the creation of basic working drawings are emphasized. (SCC)
ARCHT 262 — Advanced Commercial Drafting/CAD (10 cr)
Practical lab experience is utilized in the development of a set of working drawings from a preliminary design of the student's choice. Final development is drawn on the computer using Architectural Desktop software. Prerequisite: ARCHT 252 or permission of instructor. (SCC)
ARCHT 263 — Advanced Commercial Building Materials (4 cr)
This course continues the concepts presented in ARCHT 250. A variety of building components, their applications and limitations, and basic construction methods are emphasized. Prerequisite: ARCHT 250. (SCC)
ARCHT 266 — Cooperative Education Seminar (1-2 cr)
For course description, see Cooperative Education. (SCC)
ARCHT 267 — Cooperative Education Work Experience (1-18 cr)
For course description, see Cooperative Education. (SCC)
ARCHT 288 — Cooperative Education Work Experience (No Seminar) (1-18 cr)
For course description, see Cooperative Education. (SCC)