Architectural Drafting - Residential

DFTG 1417 – 100% In-classroom Section

Instructor —                Adjunct Professor Mark Roach, AIA, LEED AP      

Synonym —                 84848

Section Number —     001

Class Hours —            7:35 PM – 10:15 PM  T/Th

                                    Highland Learning Center (HLC) Campus Bldg 2000 (HLC2)  Room 1506

Office —                      On Campus HLC Bldg 2000 Room 1527

Office Hours —         7:00 PM – 7:30 PM    T/Th  HLC Bldg 2000 1527 On Campus or

                                       e-mail me to set up a Google Meet online          

Phone —                      512-223-4841

Email —                       mroach@austincc.edu (preferred method to contact)

Please contact me if you wish to meet with me outside of regular office hours or to report an excused absence.

COURSE RATIONALE

Students are required to integrate spatial understanding, a broad knowledge of construction materials and methods, and the standards and practices of orthographic drafting in order to produce a cohesive set of construction drawings. Students apply AutoCAD tools and techniques to the comprehensive process of drafting a single-family residence.

COURSE DESCRIPTION (4 credit hours – 5.25 Contact Hours per week)

Architectural drafting procedures, practices, and symbols. Preparation of detailed working drawings for residential structures. Emphasis on light frame construction methods. Transferability of workforce courses varies. Students interested in transferring courses to another college should speak with their Area of Study (AoS) advisor, Department Chair, and/or Program Director.

PREREQUISITES

DFTG 1405 Technical Drafting

RECOMMENDED TEXTS/MATERIALS

Textbook

Building Construction Illustrated, Current Edition, by Ching, Wiley Publishers

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Course-Level Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

Utilize architectural terms, symbols, residential construction materials, and processes to produce a set of residential construction drawings including site plan, floor plan, elevations, wall sections, schedules, details, and foundation plan using reference materials (source WECM manual end-of-course outcome).

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 U.S. National CAD Standard version 6.

The modules include Drawing Set Organization, Sheet Organization, Schedules, Drafting Conventions, Terms and Abbreviations, Symbols, Notations and Code Conventions.

Uniform Drawing System Modules 1-8

Module 01 - Drawing Set Organization: Provides guidelines for the organization of a drawing set, drawing set order, sheet identification system and electronic file names.

Module 02 - Sheet Organization: Provides guidelines for the layout of the drawing sheet, location and numbering of drawings on the sheet, sheet sizes, title block area, and supplemental drawing sheet layout.

Module 03 - Schedules: Provides guidelines for the layout of schedules and use of schedules, both on drawings and in the project manual.

Module 04 - Drafting Conventions: Provides guidelines for the production of construction drawings, including line weights, dimensioning, orientation, notations, and other graphic drawing conventions.

Module 05 - Terms and Abbreviations: Provides a searchable list of preferred and nonpreferred terms as well as abbreviations used on drawings.

Module 06 - Symbols: Provides standard symbols organized by MasterFormat 2021 Divisions & symbol type classification structure.

Module 07 - Notations: Provides guidelines for locating and using notations on drawings, including general notes, general discipline notes, general sheet notes, reference keynotes and sheet keynotes.

Module 08 -  Code Conventions Provides Guidelines for presenting code-related information on drawings. This module establishes types of code-related information, preferred location and format of display of the information.

SCANS COMPETENCIES

COURSE EVALUATION/GRADING SCHEME

Final grades are based on drawing assignments, quizzes, and class participation.  Quizzes are given to test and reinforce the material offered in class.  All drawings and assignments are graded for appearance and neatness as well as technical correctness.

Grade determination is based on the following, given as a percentage of the total points:

Drawing Assignments – 76.5% (13 drawings in all)

Quizzes – 23.5% (4 quizzes in all) (Multiple Choice, Matching, True/False)

17 grades in all – each worth 100 points each for a total of 1700 possible points.

The typical breakdown of a minimum of 90% of 1700 is required for an A grade.

Example would be 1700 x .90 = 1530 points required for an A.

80% for B. 70% for C. 60% for D. Less than 60% for F.

Final Portfolio – A final set of drawings, with all corrections executed, will be

submitted on the final day of class.

All drawings which are submitted on their assigned due date will be eligible to be resubmitted for a higher grade. Drawings will be red-lined by the instructor and these red-lined drawings will be returned to the student and are to be resubmitted in conjunction with corrected drawings on due dates as determined by the instructor.

Late submissions will not be eligible for a higher correct grade,

and will need to be submitted by the “corrected drawing” due date.

All drawings need to be corrected for the final portfolio set at the conclusion of

the course.

INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY

This course is in a lecture/laboratory format. The lecture will generally introduce concepts and skills, which will then be developed and applied in the laboratory.

OPEN LABS

Hours for the open lab will coincide with the tutoring schedule which will be posted during the first week or two of the semester. You may not be able to complete all the assignments in class, so the open lab is one of your best opportunities to get help in finishing the lab exercises. Online tutors may be available.

COURSE OUTLINE/CALENDAR

“Please note that schedule changes may occur during the semester.  Any changes will be announced in class and posted as a Blackboard Announcement. Please be advised that a tentative schedule has been posted in Blackboard which more specifically addresses what will be discussed in each class.

Unit 1: Introduction to Architectural Drawings & Floor Plan

Introduction to Residential Architecture

• Understanding specifics of residential architecture (scale, etc.) – view examples of famous or architecturally significant residences

Introduction to Residential Arch. Drawings & Floor Plan

• Drawings need to be accurate b/c these are conveying information of what will be built:  construction documents
• Need to have an understanding of each drawing type and its purpose within drawing set
• In class, understand what you are drawing: emphasize spatial understanding and 3D thinking
• Note which drawings would typically be included in an architectural set & their corresponding scales
• Floor plan: What is a floor plan? Horizontal cut through building at approx. 4’ off of fin. floor and other specifics
• Plan drawn in steps: layering of information (highlighted plan) broad, then specific

Introduction to Building Codes

• Model Building Codes
• Egress
• LEED & Green Building Standards

AutoCAD Topics covered:

• Drawing Template Files
• Line Types
• Dimension Styles & Architectural Dimensions
• Quick Leaders
• Advanced Layer Tools
• AIA CAD Layer Standards
• Design Center & Blocks
• Use of Dynamic Blocks & Block Editor
• Working with Annotations
• Model Space & Paper Space setup
• Layout Tabs
• Viewport setup & scale
• Page Setup Manager
• Printing from Layouts

Unit Two:  Exterior Elevations

Introduction to Exterior Elevations

• Orthographic Projection & Purpose of Elevations
• Creating Elevation Views
• Viewports & UCS’s
• Roof Plans, Roof Shapes & Terminology
• Roof Exercise
• Exterior Building Materials

Textbook Topics covered:

• Chapter 6 in Ching book (Roof Systems)

AutoCAD Topics covered:

• Creating Named UCS’s / Named Views

 Unit Three:  Wall Section & Details

Introduction to Wall Section & Details

• Purposes of Wall Sections & Details: shows materials, construction techniques
• Creating a Wall Section in AutoCAD
• Framing Lecture: video, handout & quiz
• Wall Section specifics & terminology
• Stair design guidelines

AutoCAD Topics covered:

• Working with Multileaders
• Viewports: Different scales on a sheet & Layer visibility

Unit Four:  Foundations

Introduction to Foundations

• Plan view of foundation information shown in Wall Section
• Review basic residential foundation types
• Relationship of soil to foundation design
• Structural drawing conventions: S series, drop symbols, sloping surfaces

Unit Five:  Electrical Plan

Introduction to Electrical Plans

• Electrical Code overview
• Electrical placement guidelines
• Cabling, Fixtures, Outlets (inc. GFCI)
• Electrical Plan drawing conventions: schematic locations only and linetypes
• Electrical Legend

 AutoCAD Topics covered:

• Tool Palettes

Unit Six:  Interior Elevations

Introduction to Interior Elevations

• Purpose of Interior Elevations
• Note critical heights for elevations & human ergonomics
• Review of interior finish materials
• Cabinetry layout guidelines
• Note dimensions of typical cabinet sections

Unit Seven:  Site Plan

Introduction to Site Plans

• Purpose of Site Plan in Architectural and Civil Drawings
• Land Development Code, Zoning, Easements & McMansion Ordinance
• Dimension styles, dimensioning standards and site plans

AutoCAD Topics covered:

• Working with External References - XREFS
• Creating a Custom Scale
• ‘ScaleListEdit’ command

Unit Eight:  Schedules

Introduction to Schedules

• Schedule types & creation
• Door tags & schedules
• Window tags & schedules

FINAL PROJECT: Student Portfolios & Drawing Files

• Note Portfolio Requirements
• Show sample portfolios from previous semesters
• 11” x 17” format
• Cover Sheet and General Notes sheet are new for this assignment
• Two portfolio sets, one showing highlighted corrections

Blackboard (Bb)

Time management and study skills required to be a successful student are essential. Online Students should review the ACC Distance Education General Information available at https://online.austincc.edu/faq/

“Students will use the Blackboard learning management system for assignment instructions, submitting assignments, and collaboration.”

 
Blackboard will be used for some portion of this course to include but not limited to:

• Distribution of handouts and readings
• Submissions of assignments and activities
• Grading

As instructed by your professor, students will be required to access instructional materials via Blackboard.

For help setting up your ACCeID, ACC Gmail, or ACC Blackboard, see a Learning Lab Technician at any ACC Learning Lab.

COLLEGE POLICIES

Campus Operations

To limit the spread of COVID-19, ACC campuses remain closed to all but faculty, essential staff, and students who are enrolled in certain Career and Technical Education courses.   Face-to-face classes and services are limited.

COURSE/DEPARTMENTAL POLICIES

Attendance/Class Participation

This is an in-classroom course.

 “Regular and timely class participation in discussions and completion of work is expected of all students.  If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the class.”

 Situations where classes are cancelled because of weather, pandemic, or other emergencies:

“The student is responsible for communicating with their professor during the closure and completing any assignments or other activities designated by their professor.”

A&E CAD DEPARTMENTAL/COURSE POLICIES

Up to date COVID-19 Requirements can be found at: Health & Safety Protocols | Austin Community College District (austincc.edu)

Any ACC student or employee with symptoms or exposure to the COVID-19 virus should inform their professor(s) or supervisor and complete the college’s self-reporting form:  https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?AustinCC&layout_id=124

Some important things to remember about COVID requirements:

Face masks are voluntary at this time.

Health Screening Required – Starting Monday August 16th, 2021, ACC’s health App will be required for all students, employees, and visitors. Download the App here. If you are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 or have tested positive, the app will provide you with information about the steps you need to take to report your illness to the college.

Vaccination Clinics– ACC hosts a series of on-campus COVID-vaccination clinics for eligible members of the ACC community. Clinics are offered at select campuses districtwide. The clinics are offered in partnership with Austin Public Health and Travis County Fire & Rescue. The vaccination schedule is available here. All appointments are walk-up and available on a first-come, first-served basis unless otherwise noted. The college strongly urges those who are eligible for COVID-19 vaccines to get vaccinated.

COVID Testing– If you are experiencing COVID-19 related symptoms, please get a COVID-19 test as soon as possible before returning to an ACC facility. Testing is now widely available. If you test positive, please report it on the ACC self-reporting tool located at this link. DO NOT come to campus if you are feeling ill or test positive for COVID-19.

Social Distancing – The college asks that we all continue to respect the personal space of others. We are encouraging 3 feet of social distancing.

Identification – ACC ID badges or Student ID cards will be required for all employees and students upon entry.

TIP—Students should arrive to campus early to ensure enough time to get through the Appian screening. 

Attendance/Class Participation

Regular and timely class participation in discussions and completion of work is expected of all students.  If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the class. Students accruing more than two (2) UNEXCUSED absences may be withdrawn from the course at the instructor's discretion.  Students may make-up absences by attending other classes.  It is the student's responsibility to inform instructor when circumstances prevent him/her from attending class.   An instructor may lower a student’s final grade for a course due to excessive absences.

In the event the college or campus closes due to unforeseen circumstances (for example, severe weather or other emergency), the student is responsible for communicating with their professor during the closure and completing any assignments or other activities designated by their professor as a result of class sessions being missed.

Policy on Late or Missing Work

Instructors may impose a late penalty on work that is submitted after the assigned due date.

Ownership of Student Work

The Architectural & Engineering Computer Aided Design (A&E CAD) Department reserves the right to retain any and all student work (including but not limited to: original work, scans, photographs, and copies of student work) completed as A&E CAD course work for the purposes of documentation, accreditation, evidence of student performance, university transfer, marketing or any other purpose supporting the mission of the Department and Austin Community College.

Cell Phones and Electronic Devices

To avoid disturbing or distracting others during face-2-face classes or open on-campus lab times, students are requested to conduct personal communications of any sort outside of the classrooms. For this reason, the use of cell phones and other PDA’s by students is prohibited inside A&E CAD classrooms (this includes placing or receiving phone calls, text messages and emails). When conducting personal communication in the hallways, please control the volume of your voice so as not to disturb students in nearby classrooms.

Statement on Privacy

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects confidentiality of students’ educational records. Grades cannot be provided by faculty over the phone, by e-mail, or to a fellow student.

 Grades will be posted in Blackboard.

Recording Policy

To ensure compliance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), student recording of class lectures or other activities is generally prohibited without the explicit written permission of the instructor and notification of other students enrolled in the class section.  Exceptions are made for approved accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

Recording of lectures and other class activities may be made by faculty to facilitate instruction, especially for classes taught remotely through BlackBoard or another platform.  Participation in such activities implies consent for the student to be recorded during the instructional activity.  Such recordings are intended for educational and academic purposes only.

Safety Statement

Health and safety are of paramount importance in classrooms, laboratories, and field activities. Students are expected to learn and comply with ACC environmental, health and safety procedures and agree to follow ACC safety policies.  Emergency Procedures posters and Campus Safety Plans are posted in each classroom and should be reviewed at the beginning of each semester.  All incidents (injuries/illness/fire/property damage/near miss) should be immediately reported to the course instructor. Additional information about safety procedures and how to sign up to be notified in case of an emergency can be found at http://www.austincc.edu/emergency

Everyone is expected to conduct themselves professionally with respect and courtesy to all. Anyone who thoughtlessly or intentionally jeopardizes the health or safety of another individual may be immediately dismissed from the day’s activity and will be referred to the Dean of Student Services for disciplinary action.

In the event of disruption of normal classroom activities due to an emergency situation or a continuing illness outbreak, the format for this course may be modified to enable completion of the course. In that event, students will be provided an addendum to the class syllabus that will supersede the original version.

ACC Withdrawal Policy

The College defines withdrawals as occurring after the official reporting date of the semester, typically the 12th class day.  In addition, the Legislature has mandated the Rule of Six (see below).  There may also be financial aid issues.

“It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the rolls should they decide to withdraw from the class.  The instructor does, however, reserve the right to drop a student should he or she feel it is necessary.  If a student decides to withdraw, he or she should also verify that the withdrawal is recorded before the Final Withdrawal Date.  The Final Withdrawal Date for this semester is April 28th.  The student is also strongly encouraged to keep any paperwork in case a problem arises.

Students are responsible for understanding the impact that withdrawal from a course may have on their financial aid, veterans’ benefits, and international student status.  Per state law, students enrolling for the first time in Fall 2007 or later at any public Texas college or university may not withdraw (receive a “W”) from more than six courses during their undergraduate college education. Some exemptions for good cause could allow a student to withdraw from a course without having it count toward this limit. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor when making decisions about course selection, course loads, and course withdrawals.

ACC Incomplete Policy

Students may request an Incomplete from their faculty member if they believe circumstances warrant.  The faculty member will determine whether the Incomplete is appropriate to award or not.  The following processes must be followed when awarding a student an I grade. 

1.      Prior to the end of the semester in which the “I” is to be awarded, the student must meet with the instructor to determine the assignments and exams that must be completed prior to the deadline date.  This meeting can occur virtually or in person.  The instructor should complete the Report of Incomplete Grade form.

2.     The faculty member will complete the form, including all requirements to complete the course and the due date, sign (by typing in name) and then email it to the student.  The student will then complete his/her section, sign (by typing in name), and return the completed form to the faculty member to complete the agreement.  A copy of the fully completed form can then be emailed by the faculty member to the student and the department chair for each grade of Incomplete that the faculty member submits at the end of the semester.   

3.      The student must complete all remaining work by the date specified on the form above.  This date is determined by the instructor in collaboration with the student, but it may not be later than the final withdrawal deadline in the subsequent long semester.  

4.      Students will retain access to the course Blackboard page through the subsequent semester in order to submit work and complete the course. Students will be able to log on to Blackboard and have access to the course section materials, assignments, and grades from the course and semester in which the Incomplete was awarded.  

5.      When the student completes the required work by the Incomplete deadline, the instructor will submit an electronic Grade Change Form to change the student’s performance grade from an “I” to the earned grade of A, B, C, D, or F. 

If an Incomplete is not resolved by the deadline, the grade automatically converts to an “F.”  Approval to carry an Incomplete for longer than the following semester or session deadline is not frequently granted.”

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

Austin Community College values academic integrity in the educational process.  Acts of academic dishonesty/misconduct undermine the learning process, present a disadvantage to students who earn credit honestly, and subvert the academic mission of the institution. The potential consequences of fraudulent credentials raise additional concerns for individuals and communities beyond campus who rely on institutions of higher learning to certify students' academic achievements, and expect to benefit from the claimed knowledge and skills of their graduates. Students must follow all instructions given by faculty or designated college representatives when taking examinations, placement assessments, tests, quizzes, and evaluations.  Actions constituting scholastic dishonesty include, but are not limited to, plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, collusion, falsifying documents, or the inappropriate use of the college’s information technology resources.  Further information is available at https://www.austincc.edu/about-acc/academic-integrity-and-disciplinary-process

Sharing a drawing file of a class project with another student, or representing another student’s drawing file as your own work, is a violation of the A&E CAD department’s Scholastic Dishonesty policy. Reproduction, transmission or sharing of A&E CAD Departmental Check Prints in any manner is also a violation of the A&E CAD department’s Scholastic Dishonesty policy.

Penalties for scholastic dishonesty will depend upon the nature of the violation and may range from lowering a grade on one assignment to an “F” in the course, the assignment being replaced with a different project with a reduced maximum grade, and/or expulsion from the college.

In consultation with the department chair, the instructor may resolve the matter in one or more of the following ways:

• Dismissing the allegation;
• Issuing a written warning that further violations may result in additional penalties;
• Requiring the student to revise or replace the work in which the violation occurred – including a reduced maximum grade;
• A reduction in the grade on the work in question;
• A failing grade on the work in question;
• A failing grade or other denial of credit in the course;
• Recommending disciplinary sanctions to the Dean of Student Services.

Within 5 (five) business days of the meeting with the student, the instructor shall provide written notification of the resolution to the student, the department chair, the instructional dean, for informational purposes, and to the Dean of Student Services, for possible disciplinary action.

Senate Bill 212 and Title IX Reporting Requirements 

Under Senate Bill 212 (SB 212), the faculty and all College employees are required to report any information concerning incidents of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking committed by or against an ACC student or employee. Federal Title IX law and College policy also require reporting incidents of sex- and gender-based discrimination and sexual misconduct. This means faculty and non-clinical counseling staff cannot keep confidential information about any such incidents that you share with them.

If you would like to talk with someone confidentiality, please contact the District Clinical Counseling Team who can connect you with a clinical counselor on any ACC campus:  (512) 223-2616, or to schedule online:  https://www.austincc.edu/students/counseling . 

While students are not required to report, they are encouraged to contact the Compliance Office for resources and options:  Charlene Buckley, District Title IX Officer, (512) 223-7964;  compliance@austincc.edu .

If a student makes a report to a faculty member, the faculty member will contact the District Title IX Officer for follow-up.

Student Complaints

A defined process applies to complaints about an instructor or other college employee. You are encouraged to discuss concerns and complaints with college personnel and should expect a timely and appropriate response. When possible, students should first address their concerns through informal conferences with those immediately involved; formal due process is available when informal resolution cannot be achieved.

Student complaints may include (but are not limited to) issues regarding classroom instruction, college services and offices on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation, or disability.

Further information about the complaints process, including the form used to submit complaints, is available at: http://www.austincc.edu/students/students-rights-and-responsibilities/student-complaint-procedures

Campus Carry

The Austin Community College District concealed handgun policy ensures compliance with Section 411.2031 of the Texas Government Code (also known as the Campus Carry Law), while maintaining ACC’s commitment to provide a safe environment for its students, faculty, staff, and visitors.  Beginning August 1, 2017, individuals who are licensed to carry (LTC) may do so on campus premises except in locations and at activities prohibited by state or federal law, or the college’s concealed handgun policy. 

It is the responsibility of license holders to conceal their handguns at all times.  Persons who see a handgun on campus are asked to contact the ACC Police Department by dialing 512-223-7999.   Please refer to the concealed handgun policy online at http://austincc.edu/campuscarry

Discrimination Prohibited

The College seeks to maintain an educational environment free from any form of discrimination or harassment including but not limited to discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.

Faculty at the College are required to report concerns regarding sexual misconduct (including all forms of sexual harassment and sex and gender-based discrimination) to the Manager of Title IX/Title VI/ADA Compliance.  Licensed clinical counselors are available across the District and serve as confidential resources for students.

Additional information about Title VI, Title IX, and ADA compliance can be found in the ACC Compliance Resource Guide available at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1o55xINAWNvTYgI-fs-JbDyuaMFDNvAjz/view

Use of ACC email

All College e-mail communication to students will be sent solely to the student’s ACCmail account, with the expectation that such communications will be read in a timely fashion. ACC will send important information and will notify students of any college- related emergencies using this account. Students should only expect to receive email communication from their instructor using this account.  Likewise, students should use their ACCmail account when communicating with instructors and staff.  Information about ACC email accounts, including instructions for accessing it, are available at:  http://www.austincc.edu/help/accmail/questions-and-answers

Use of the Testing Center

All testing is currently online.  While campuses are closed, exams for courses will be online tests that students can take from home.  For more information about online testing at ACC, visit the Online Testing resource page: https://www.austincc.edu/academic-and-career-programs/acconline/testing.

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

The success of our students is paramount, and ACC offers a variety of support services to help, as well as providing numerous opportunities for community engagement and personal growth.

Student Support

ACC strives to provide exemplary support to its students and offers a broad variety of opportunities and services.  Information on these campus services and resources is available at  http://www.austincc.edu/students.  A comprehensive array of student support services is available online at:

https://www.austincc.edu/coronavirus/remote-student-support 

Student Accessibility Services

Students with documented disabilities who need academic or other accommodations must request them through the office Student Accessibility Services (SAS).   SAS offices are located at each major campus.  Students are encouraged to request accommodations when they register for courses or at least three weeks before the start of the semester; otherwise, the provision of accommodations may be delayed.  Students who have received approval for accommodations from SAS for this course must provide the instructor with the document titled “Notice of Approved Accommodations” from SAS before accommodations will be provided. Accommodations will not be provided retroactively.  Arrangements by the instructor for academic accommodations can only be made after he or she receives the “Notice of Approved Accommodations” from the student.

Additional information about Student Accessibility Services is available at https://www.austincc.edu/offices/student-accessibility-services-and-assistive-technology

Academic Support

ACC offers academic support services on all of its campuses. These services, which include online tutoring, academic coaching, and supplemental instruction, are free to enrolled ACC students. Tutors are available in a variety of subjects ranging from accounting to pharmacology. Students may receive these services on both a drop-in and referral basis. 

An online tutor request can be made here:

https://de.austincc.edu/bbsupport/online-tutoring-request/

Additional tutoring information can be found here:

austincc.edu/onlinetutoring

Library Services

ACC has a full-service library at each of its campuses to support ACC courses and programs and to provide students with research and assignment assistance from expert faculty librarians.  ACC students have full rights and privileges to access Library Services online 24/7 via the ACC Library website and students can use their ACCeID logins to access all online materials, including ebooks, articles from library databases, and streaming videos.   ACC Libraries also provide an “Ask a Librarian” service, which allows students to reach a librarian 24/7 through online chat “live.”  Faculty librarians are also available via email and phone seven days a week during hours of operation. Visit:

• Library Website: http://library.austincc.edu
• Ask a Librarian: https://library.austincc.edu/help/ask.php
• Library Hours of Operation by Location: https://library.austincc.edu/loc/
• Email: library@austincc.edu

In partnership with ACC’s Student Support Center, ACC Libraries also maintain a limited collection of textbooks for students (made available by Student Affairs) to borrow. Priority access to the textbook collection is given to students receiving assistance. More information is available on the ACC website by searching “Student Support Center Textbook Collection.”

 Student Organizations

ACC has over seventy student organizations, offering a variety of cultural, academic, vocational, and social opportunities.  They provide a chance to meet with other students who have the same interests, engage in service-learning, participate in intramural sports, gain valuable field experience related to career goals, and much else.  Student Life coordinates many of these activities, and additional information is available at http://sites.austincc.edu/sl/.

Personal Support

Resources to support students are available at every campus. To learn more, ask your professor or visit the campus Support Center. All resources and services are free and confidential. Some examples include, among others:

• Food resources including community pantries and bank drives can be found here: https://www.centraltexasfoodbank.org/food-assistance/get-food-now
• Assistance with childcare or utility bills is available at any campus Support Center: http://www.austincc.edu/students/support-center.
• The Student Emergency Fund can help with unexpected expenses that may cause you to withdraw from one or more classes: http://www.austincc.edu/SEF.
• Help with budgeting for college and family life is available through the Student Money Management Office: http://sites.austincc.edu/money/.  
  • A full listing of services for student parents is available at: https://www.austincc.edu/students/child-care
• The CARES Act Student Aid will help eligible students pay expenses related to COVID-19: 
  • https://www.austincc.edu/coronavirus/cares-act-student-aid.   

Mental health counseling services are available throughout the ACC Student Services District to address personal and or mental health concerns: http://www.austincc.edu/students/counseling .

If you are struggling with a mental health or personal crisis, call one of the following numbers to connect with resources for help. However if you are afraid that you might hurt yourself or someone else, call 911 immediately.

Free Crisis Hotline Numbers:

• Austin / Travis County 24 hour Crisis & Suicide hotline: 512-472-HELP (4357)
• The Williamson County 24 hour Crisis hotline: 1-800-841-1255
• Bastrop County Family Crisis Center hotline: 1-888-311-7755
• Hays County 24 Hour Crisis Hotline: 1-877-466-0660
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
• Crisis Text Line: Text “home” to 741741
  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline:   1-800-662-HELP (4357)
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline:1-800-950-NAMI (6264)

Illness

Any ACC student or employee with symptoms or exposure to the COVID-19 virus should inform their professor(s) or supervisor and complete the college’s self reporting form: 

https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?AustinCC&layout_id=124

p?AustinCC&layout_id=124

RECOMMENDED TEXTS/MATERIALS

Textbook

Building Construction Illustrated, Current Edition, by Ching, Wiley Publishers

Unit 1: Introduction to Architectural Drawings & Floor Plan

Introduction to Residential Architecture

• Understanding specifics of residential architecture (scale, etc.) – view examples of famous or architecturally significant residences

Introduction to Residential Arch. Drawings & Floor Plan

• Drawings need to be accurate b/c these are conveying information of what will be built:  construction documents
• Need to have an understanding of each drawing type and its purpose within drawing set
• In class, understand what you are drawing: emphasize spatial understanding and 3D thinking
• Note which drawings would typically be included in an architectural set & their corresponding scales
• Floor plan: What is a floor plan? Horizontal cut through building at approx. 4’ off of fin. floor and other specifics
• Plan drawn in steps: layering of information (highlighted plan) broad, then specific

Introduction to Building Codes

• Model Building Codes
• Egress
• LEED & Green Building Standards

AutoCAD Topics covered:

• Drawing Template Files
• Line Types
• Dimension Styles & Architectural Dimensions
• Quick Leaders
• Advanced Layer Tools
• AIA CAD Layer Standards
• Design Center & Blocks
• Use of Dynamic Blocks & Block Editor
• Working with Annotations
• Model Space & Paper Space setup
• Layout Tabs
• Viewport setup & scale
• Page Setup Manager
• Printing from Layouts

Unit Two:  Exterior Elevations

Introduction to Exterior Elevations

• Orthographic Projection & Purpose of Elevations
• Creating Elevation Views
• Viewports & UCS’s
• Roof Plans, Roof Shapes & Terminology
• Roof Exercise
• Exterior Building Materials

Textbook Topics covered:

• Chapter 6 in Ching book (Roof Systems)

AutoCAD Topics covered:

• Creating Named UCS’s / Named Views

 Unit Three:  Wall Section & Details

Introduction to Wall Section & Details

• Purposes of Wall Sections & Details: shows materials, construction techniques
• Creating a Wall Section in AutoCAD
• Framing Lecture: video, handout & quiz
• Wall Section specifics & terminology
• Stair design guidelines

AutoCAD Topics covered:

• Working with Multileaders
• Viewports: Different scales on a sheet & Layer visibility

Unit Four:  Foundations

Introduction to Foundations

• Plan view of foundation information shown in Wall Section
• Review basic residential foundation types
• Relationship of soil to foundation design
• Structural drawing conventions: S series, drop symbols, sloping surfaces

Unit Five:  Electrical Plan

Introduction to Electrical Plans

• Electrical Code overview
• Electrical placement guidelines
• Cabling, Fixtures, Outlets (inc. GFCI)
• Electrical Plan drawing conventions: schematic locations only and linetypes
• Electrical Legend

 AutoCAD Topics covered:

• Tool Palettes

Unit Six:  Interior Elevations

Introduction to Interior Elevations

• Purpose of Interior Elevations
• Note critical heights for elevations & human ergonomics
• Review of interior finish materials
• Cabinetry layout guidelines
• Note dimensions of typical cabinet sections

Unit Seven:  Site Plan

Introduction to Site Plans

• Purpose of Site Plan in Architectural and Civil Drawings
• Land Development Code, Zoning, Easements & McMansion Ordinance
• Dimension styles, dimensioning standards and site plans

AutoCAD Topics covered:

• Working with External References - XREFS
• Creating a Custom Scale
• ‘ScaleListEdit’ command

Unit Eight:  Schedules

Introduction to Schedules

• Schedule types & creation
• Door tags & schedules
• Window tags & schedules

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 U.S. National CAD Standard version 6.

The modules include Drawing Set Organization, Sheet Organization, Schedules, Drafting Conventions, Terms and Abbreviations, Symbols, Notations and Code Conventions.

Uniform Drawing System Modules 1-8

Module 01 - Drawing Set Organization: Provides guidelines for the organization of a drawing set, drawing set order, sheet identification system and electronic file names.

Module 02 - Sheet Organization: Provides guidelines for the layout of the drawing sheet, location and numbering of drawings on the sheet, sheet sizes, title block area, and supplemental drawing sheet layout.

Module 03 - Schedules: Provides guidelines for the layout of schedules and use of schedules, both on drawings and in the project manual.

Module 04 - Drafting Conventions: Provides guidelines for the production of construction drawings, including line weights, dimensioning, orientation, notations, and other graphic drawing conventions.

Module 05 - Terms and Abbreviations: Provides a searchable list of preferred and nonpreferred terms as well as abbreviations used on drawings.

Module 06 - Symbols: Provides standard symbols organized by MasterFormat 2021 Divisions & symbol type classification structure.

Module 07 - Notations: Provides guidelines for locating and using notations on drawings, including general notes, general discipline notes, general sheet notes, reference keynotes and sheet keynotes.

Module 08 -  Code Conventions Provides Guidelines for presenting code-related information on drawings. This module establishes types of code-related information, preferred location and format of display of the information.