MCCCD Program Description

Architectural CAD 3D II: ADT and VIZ

Course: ARC262

First Term: 2006 Fall

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

Description: Additional skill development in constructing, manipulating, and rendering three-dimensional (3D) architectural computer models using AutoCAD Architectural Desktop (ADT) and Viz Render (VIZ) software

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Set up and manage three-dimensional drawing files and configure display. (I) 2. Develop a variety of three-dimensional views. (I) 3. Insert and manipulate three-dimensional symbols from a given library and/or ADT Design Center. (II) 4. Render three-dimensional drawings through ADT and/or VIZ including applying basic material and lighting effects. (III) 5. Plot work in progress and completed drawings in Paper Space. (IV) 6. 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. Basic Architectural Desktop (ADT) Construction A. Set up, display and tools 1. Properties Palette 2. Project Navigator 3. Design Center B. Constructs/elements/views C. Walls D. Doors, windows, and openings E. Slabs - roof, floor, elevated F. Stairs and rails G. Modifying/manipulating 3D entities II. Symbols A. Inserting symbols from library and/or Design Center B. Manipulating symbols C. Multi-view blocks III. Rendering in Viz Render (VIZ) 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. Plotting in wire frame, hidden, shade, and render modes B. Animation C. Print rendering options

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 11/22/2005

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