Faculty Syllabus

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

Course Information

Section Information

Course Name, Number, Section & Synonym DFTG-2431-001-74722
Course Description Use of architectural specific software to execute the elements required in designing standard architectural exhibits utilizing custom features to create walls, windows and specific design requirements for construction in residential/commercial and industrial architecture. Introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM) software.
Instructional Method LEC
Location DLS - DIL
Course Days & Times MW 8:15am - 9:35am
Credits & Contact Hours 4 Credit Hours / 48 Contact Hours
Prerequisites DFTG 1405.
Instructional Method LAB
Location DLS - DIL
Course Days & Times MW 9:35am - 10:55am
Credits & Contact Hours 4 Credit Hours / 48 Contact Hours
Prerequisites DFTG 1405.

Instructor Information

Name Theodore Krause
ACC E-Mail Address theodore.krause@austincc.edu
Office Location On-line or In-person
Office Phone Number 5122237152
Office Hours T Th 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Other Information 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".
program- level student learning outcomes

  • program- level student learning outcomes

    • At the completion of the AAS degree – Architectural Specialization - the student will be able to:

    • 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.

    • 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.

    • 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

  • 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

  • Course Requirements

    • Building Information Modeling Quiz

    • BIM Introductory Exercise (Project One)

    • Revit Command Quiz

    • Basic Modeling Assignment: Tiny House (Project Two)

    • Architectural Terminology Quiz

    • Advanced Modeling Assignment: Ranger Station (Project Three)

    • Project Corrections & Resubmission (finalize projects for portfolio)

    • Class Participation  (Weekly Meetings)

     

Course Subjects

  • 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

     

     

Readings

  • Readings

    Reading materials will be distributed via Blackboard.

    • Digital hand-outs
    • PowerPoint presentations 
College Policies

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".

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