MCCCD Program Description

Architectural CAD V: Mechanical and Electrical Systems

Course: ARC245

First Term: 2006 Fall

Lec + Lab 3 Credit(s) 6 Period(s) 5.1 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S

Description: CAD-based(Computer-Aided Drafting) instruction for layout and completion of fully annotated building systems drawings. Focuses on working from residential and commercial layouts to develop professional quality Electrical, Mechanical(HVAC), Plumbing and Reflected Ceiling plans. Emphasis on the use of applicable codes, construction materials and methods, and office practices typical to the local area

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate job entry level CAD skills and technical knowledge required to layout, complete and plot a residential and a commercial Electrical (lighting and power) plan working from a given sketch.(I-II) 2. Demonstrate job entry level CAD skills and technical knowledge required to layout, complete, and plot residential and commercial Mechanical(HVAC) plan working from a given sketch.(I,III) 3. Demonstrate job entry level CAD skills and technical knowledge to layout, complete, and plot residential and commercial Reflected Ceiling plans working from a given sketch.(I,IV) 4. Demonstrate job entry level skills and technical knowledge to layout, complete and plot residential and commercial Plumbing plans and Waste and Vent schematics working from a given sketch.(I,V) 5. Demonstrate attitudes, work habits, and commitment to quality expected of a professional in working situations.(VI) 6. Demonstrate proficiency in quick working sketch techniques required for effective communication in the workplace.(VII) 7. Explain the importance and role of accurate visual communication in the workplace.(VII) 8. Demonstrate professional quality Architectural hand lettering style.(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. CAD Commands A. Standard 2D drawing commands B. Layering, formatting, file management C. Hatching, dimensioning, text D. Attributes, blocks, insert, X-Reference, paper space, editing E. Plotting II. Electrical Plans: CAD Layout From a Given Sketch A. Set-up, work strategies, deadlines B. Theory, terminology, symbols and keys C. Code requirements D. Relationship to floor and site plan E. Power plans F. Lighting plans E. Notes and schedules F. Plot, red line, correct III. Mechanical (HVAC) Plans: CAD Layout From a Given Sketch A. Set-up, work strategies, deadlines B. Theory, terminology, symbols, and keys C. Relationship to floor plan, electrical plan, structural system D. Self contained and split systems E. Supply and return layout F. Notes G. Plot, red line, correct IV. Reflected Ceiling Plan: CAD Layout From a Given Sketch A. Set-up, work strategies, deadlines B. Theory, terminology, symbols, and keys C. Relationship to floor, electrical and mechanical plans D. Gypsum board and suspended systems E. Dimensions and notes F. Plot, red line, correct V. Plumbing Plan: CAD Layout From a Given Sketch A. Set-up, work strategies, deadlines B. Theory, terminology, symbols, and keys C. Relationship to floor and site plans D. Supply and waste layout E. Waste and vent schematic (isometric) F. Notes G. Plot, red line, correct VI. Professional Attitudes A. Attention to detail and quality B. Reliability, promptness C. Scheduling work time, meeting deadlines D. Demeanor E. Working and communicating with others VII. Sketching for work place communication A. Importance and role of accurate visual communication B. Line work, symbols and conventions C. Assignments in support of CAD work VIII. Hand Lettering A. Architectural style B. Importance in the CAD-era work place C. Preparation of memos and transmittals

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 2/28/2006

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