MCCCD Program Description

Architectural CAD 3D I: Introduction

Course: ARC261

First Term: 2006 Fall

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

Description: Introduction to construction, manipulating, and rendering three-dimensional (3D) objects and architectural spaces on the computer using AutoCAD software

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Set up and manage three-dimensional drawing files and configure display. (I) 2. Construct three-dimensional model types from given two- dimensional objects and/or architectural spaces. (I) 3. Develop a variety of three-dimensional views of the same object and/or architectural space. (I) 4. Download, insert and manipulate three-dimensional symbols from a given library. (II) 5. Render three-dimensional drawings including applying basic material textures, finishes, and lighting effects. (III) 6. Plot work in progress and completed drawings in Paper Space. (IV) 7. Demonstrate professional work habits including demeanor, attendance, efficient use of class time, and the ability to work with others. (I-IV)
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. Fundamentals of Three-Dimensional Construction A. Drawing set up, file management B. Display 1. Menus 2. Draw and Edit commands 3. Tools 4. Setting views 5. UCS icon and related options C. Wire frame models D. Surface models E. Solid models F. Developing, setting, and manipulating views II. Symbols A. Inserting symbols from library B. Creating, storing, and inserting personal symbols C. Manipulating symbols III. Rendering A. Assigning material textures and colors B. Applying background(s) C. Placing landscape objects D. Setting and manipulating lighting effects IV. Plotting in Paper Space A. Creating multiple views B. Arranging/manipulating view ports C. Plotting in wire frame, hidden, shade, and render modes

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 11/22/2005

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