DFTG-2431 Advanced Technologies in Architectural Design and Drafting
Theodore Krause
Credit Spring 2024
Section(s)
DFTG-2431-001 (74722)
LEC MW 8:15am - 9:35am DIL DLS DIL
LAB MW 9:35am - 10:55am DIL DLS DIL
program- level student learning outcomes
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At the completion of the AAS degree – Architectural Specialization - the student will be able to:
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A1. Operate AEC (Architecture/Engineering/Construction) software including computer aided drafting (CAD), building information modeling (BIM), and 3D modeling applications to plan and prepare construction documents and technical graphics appropriate to the architectural and construction industries.
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A2. Utilize various architectural drawing types and determine their appropriate uses in architectural projects to demonstrate knowledge of building systems and familiarity with building codes.
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A3. Demonstrate knowledge and the application of the Uniform Drawing System Modules 1-8 of the current edition of the U.S. National CAD Standard. Utilize various architectural drawing types and CAD techniques to demonstrate knowledge and application of Modules 1 - 8 of the U.S. National CAD Standard including Drawing Set Organization, Sheet Organization, Schedules, Drafting Conventions, Terms and Abbreviations, Symbols, Notations and Code Conventions.
Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives
- Use architectural techniques to design, assemble, evaluate, and render architectural building components.
- Develop plan and elevation drawings and details from three-dimensional architectural models.
- Use Building Information Modeling software through creation of digital building models.
- Identify architectural and design terminology necessary to effectively operate BIM software.
- Utilize Autodesk Revit Architecture 2022 software.
- Recognize techniques utilized by the architectural profession to create architectural technical drawings from building models.
Course Requirements
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Building Information Modeling Quiz
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BIM Introductory Exercise (Project One)
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Revit Command Quiz
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Basic Modeling Assignment: Tiny House (Project Two)
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Architectural Terminology Quiz
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Advanced Modeling Assignment: Ranger Station (Project Three)
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Project Corrections & Resubmission (finalize projects for portfolio)
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Class Participation (Weekly Meetings)
Course Subjects
Week 1 - INTRO TO COURSE - Syllabus Review & Blackboard navigation
Class Intro - What is BIM?
Revit Interface - Anatomy of the software, Revit Terminology
Week 2 - Direction Set 1 - BIM Intro Exercises (Project 1)
Introduction to Navigation & Modeling - BIM Intro Quiz
BIM Intro Exercise Submission
Tiny House Model - Residential (Project 2)
Direction Set 1 - Project Setup, Modeling Floors & Walls
Week 3 - Direction Set 2 - Modeling Roofs
Direction Set 3 - Roof Dormer Modification
Roof terms, Revit Constraints – View Range – Underlay modeling controls
Week 4 - Direction Set 4 - Modeling Interior Walls, Doors & Windows
Building Code
Direction Set 5 - Modeling Stairs & Windows
Week 5 - Direction Set 6 - Modeling Site Boundary & Topography
Direction Set 7 - Tagging & Legend Creation
Revit Command Quiz
Week 6 - Direction Set 8 - Dimensioning Plans
Direction Set 9 - Sheet Setup, View Controls, Print Setup, Titleblock Preparation
Tiny House Assignment Submission
Week 7 - Ranger Station Model – Commercial (Project 3)
Direction Set 1 - Levels Grids & Foundation Level Systems
Direction Set 2 - Modeling Parking & Service Levels
COURSE OUTLINE/CALENDAR cont’d
Week 8 - Direction Set 3 - Modeling Entry & Second Building Levels
Direction Set 4 - Modeling Curtain walls
Week 9 - Direction Set 5 - Modeling Roof System & Support
Direction Set 6 - Interior Walls, Doors Windows Elevators Shaft & Elevator
Direction Set 6.5 - Modeling Reflected Ceiling Plans
Week 10 - Direction Set 7 - Modeling Interior Stairs & Railing
Direction Set 8 - Modeling Entry Ramp & Landing
Week 11 - Direction Set 9 - Modeling Topography
Direction Set 10 - Tagging Windows and Doors
Architectural Terminology Quiz
Week 12 - Direction Set 11 - Creating Schedules
Direction Set 12 - Detailing
Week 13 - Direction Set 12 - Detailing Continued
Direction Set 13 - Creating Sheets & Project Preparation for Submission
Ranger Station Assignment Submission
Week 14 - Direction Set 1 - Family Files - Family Creation
Direction Set 2 - Family Files - Family Creation
Week 15 - Direction Set 3 - Family Files - Family Creation
Direction Set 4 - Family Files - Family Creation
Week 16 - Open Work Time
Open Work Time
•Last Day of Class – Final Semester Project Due
Office Hours
T Th 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM On-line or In-person
NOTE To schedule office hours, click the link in my electronic signature in emails or via a link in the Blackboard navigation sidebar titled "Schedule Appt. with Theo".M W 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM On-line or In-person
NOTE To schedule office hours, click the link in my electronic signature in emails or via a link in the Blackboard navigation sidebar titled "Schedule Appt. with Theo".F 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Online or In-person
NOTE To schedule office hours, click the link in my electronic signature in emails or via a link in the Blackboard navigation sidebar titled "Schedule Appt. with Theo".Published: 01/04/2024 10:37:22