MCCCD Program Description

Architectural Technology Synthesis

Course: ARC270

First Term: 2011 Summer I

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

Description: Provides students an opportunity to integrate and synthesize knowledge and skills acquired in prerequisite courses; includes completion of a full set of working drawings using AutoCAD under supervision comparable to workplace situations and practice in self-checking work, correcting and editing drawings and assembling a portfolio.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Given a preliminary design, use Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) to complete working drawings to professional standards. (I) 2. Complete working drawings under supervision comparable to workplace situations. (I) 3. Incorporate and synthesize information from previous courses, manufacturers` documents, building codes, ordinances, and published industry standards into production solutions. (I, II) 4. Demonstrate entry-level two-dimensional (2D) skills using Computer-Aided Drafting (AutoCAD ). (I, III) 5. Download and incorporate information from the Web. (I) 6. Access symbol, schedule and template libraries. (I) 7. Plot to scale in paper space and model space. (I, III) 8. Redline drawings and complete required corrections. (II, III) 9. Assemble and present a professional portfolio of completed drawings. (IV) 10. Demonstrate professional work habits including promptness, ability to meet deadlines and capability to work alone and 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. Assigned Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) Drawings from Preliminary Design A. Cover sheet/index B. Site plan C. Foundation plan D. Floor plans 1. Lower level 2. Upper level E. Exterior elevations F. Sections G. Floor framing H. Roof framing I. Roof J. Interior elevations K. Details L. Schedules M. Electrical plan and schedules N. Mechanical plan and schedules O. Plumbing plan and isometric II. Self-check (Red line) Work A. Compliance to applicable codes B. Compliance to applicable ordinances C. Professional formats D. Completeness E. Accuracy F. Portfolio presentation quality III. Correct and Edit Drawings IV. Assemble and Present Portfolio for Review A. Faculty B. External C. Future use

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 2/22/2011

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