MCCCD Program Description

Introduction to Architectural Drafting: Manual

Course: ARC121

First Term: 2018 Fall

Lec + Lab 3.0 Credit(s) 6.0 Period(s) 6.0 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T

Description: Emphasis on basic techniques and principles of manual architectural drafting. Includes hand lettering, line work, dimensioning, multi-view projection, work in plan, section, and elevation views, design standards, wall details, office procedures, and portfolio development

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate the appropriate use of hand-drafting equipment including the architectural scale, triangles, parallel rule, compass, circle template, lead holder, and lead pointer. (I) 2. Dimension plans and elevations using standard architectural formats. (II) 3. Annotate plans and elevations using standard architectural formats and prescribed styles typical to the industry. (III) 4. Demonstrate an appropriate use of different line types, line widths/densities, and lead grades in the creation of layout lines, contrasting visible lines, hidden lines, hatching lines, dimension lines, center lines, and title/border lines. (I-VIII) 5. Using accepted office procedures, conventions, and design standards, layout and complete assigned drawings including plan, section, and elevation views. (I-VIII) 6. Demonstrate knowledge of architectural style hand lettering (triangle-based) and show improvement in personal lettering skills through completion of practice exercises and assigned drawings. (III-VIII) 7. Using given examples, design and draw a title block including typically required information. (VIII) 8. Demonstrate professional work habits including demeanor, attendance, efficient use of class time, and the ability to work with others. (I-VIII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Introduction and Orientation A. Equipment and appropriate uses 1. Architectural Scale 2. Leads - grades and uses 3. Other equipment 4. Correct applications B. Line work 1. Line types 2. Architectural character a. Widths B. Densities C. Corners C. General process/procedures 1. Layout A. Squaring paper B. Location/organization of drawing(s) C. Scaling/accuracy D. Geometric constructions E. Scaling versus projection 2. Checking A. Self-check B. Red line process and office function 3. Darkening 4. Accuracy/quality/expectations of industry D. Printing 1. Processes 2. Relative quality versus original E. Professional environment/work habits II. Dimensioning A. Architectural formats B. Scope C. Process/procedures III. Lettering A. Architectural formats/style B. Scope C. Process/procedures IV. Multi-view Projection A. Theory B. Process/procedures C. Architectural applications V. Plan View(s) A. Typical standards, conventions, symbols 1. Floor plan 2. Electrical plan B. Wall assemblies C. Kitchen standards D. Bathroom/restroom standards E. Closet standards F. Code requirements G. Process/procedures VI. Elevation View(s) A. Typical standards, conventions, symbols B. Projection from plan/section view(s) VII. Section View(s) A. Typical standards, conventions, symbols B. Cross section vs. longitudinal section C. Foundation/wall/framing theory D. Projecting from plan/elevation view(s) VIII. Architectural Title Block

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 11/22/2005

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