REQUIREMENTS

TEXTBOOK: Instructor will provide the course curriculum at no cost to student in Blackboard.

TECHNOLOGY: Since this course is 100% online, students are required to have the appropriate technology to successfully participate in the course.

SOFTWARE: A FREE student version of CIVIL 3D can be downloaded by joining the Autodesk Student Community. Click here for more information about educational downloads.

INTERNET ACCESS: Students must have access to a high speed internet connection (at least 20 Mbps download speed). Click here to test your internet speed.

COMPUTER HARDWARE: Students must have a computer with a Windows 10 operating system that can run the desktop student version of CIVIL 3D. Autodesk’s system requirements for CIVIL 3D can be found here. Online meetings require a computer to have a speaker (or telephone) for audio. Please note: CIVIL 3D runs only on the Windows operating system.  It will not run on a Chromebook. Mac users will need either Apple Boot Camp or Parallels installed to run CIVIL 3D.

ADDITIONAL MATERIALS: 12” Engineers Scale, Drafting Triangle (with 90?), Pencil and eraser, Highlighter, paper 

for note-taking, access to paper printer 8.5”x11”

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES: A dual monitor display setup is strongly recommended. A computer with a webcam and a microphone is recommended. 8”x11” paper printer

If you don’t have access to the technology required for this course, please click here to request help.  Students that are unable to meet course requirements may have to drop or withdraw from the course.

Course-Level Student Learning Outcomes

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

• Interpret field notes; develop documents for a civil project; analyze and layout drainage and utilities infrastructure; and perform related calculations.

(source WECM manual end-of-course outcome).

• Define terminology and criteria related to land development codes.
• Utilize AEC (Architecture, Engineering & Construction) Software in the organization & creation of land development drawings.
• Utilize drawing templates & plot styles
• Manipulate Civil 3D Object Styles, Label Styles, drawings and data
• Set up, create, import and manage survey point data
• Create, edit, annotate and analyze TIN Surfaces
• Produce drawings for Site Plan land development design project
• Utilize and manage reference drawings & data.
• Utilize Page Setups, Layouts and Viewports for plan production

PROGRAM-LEVEL STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

C1. Utilize CAD drafting & design software to plan and prepare construction documents, technical graphics and visualizations appropriate to the civil infrastructure industry.

C2. Demonstrate knowledge of civil drafting and design procedures; familiarity with design criteria, and their appropriate uses in civil infrastructure projects.

C3. Perform analyses and calculations suitable for civil infrastructure drafting & design processes.

I1.  Utilize CAD software to plan and prepare documents and technical graphics appropriate to a range of design, manufacturing, and construction industries.

Please see Course Outline for any readings required in this course.

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.  It is the responsibility of the student to be aware of the final withdrawal date as stated in the Academic Calendar published at ACC’s website.  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.”

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 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.

HEALTH & SAFETY PROTOCOLS ADDENDUM (8-18-2021)

The rapidly changing situation with regard to the recent surge in COVID cases has led to Austin Community College updating their health and safety protocols even from what was in place last week. As a result, the wording in the master syllabus template, specifically the section on health & safety protocols under College Policies, is no longer accurate.

However, given the high state of uncertainty about how the situation will develop, it has been decided that rather than revising the template repeatedly (and forcing those who have already written their syllabi for this fall to do it again), faculty should incorporate the wording as it is provided in the template into their course syllabi and first-day handouts.

But, if you would, please distribute to your students this addendum that details the current health & safety protocols as they stand at this time. Most importantly, ALL FACULTY, STAFF, AND STUDENTS SHOULD FREQUENTLY VISIT ACC’S COVID WEBSITE

AT https://www.austincc.edu/coronavirus FOR THE LATEST UPDATES AND GUIDANCE.

Operational areas of ACC campuses and centers are fully open and accessible through all public entrances. While some health & safety protocols are no longer mandatory, the college encourages its staff, faculty, and students to be mindful of the well-being of all individuals on campus. If you feel sick, feverish, or unwell, please do not come to campus.

Some important things to remember:

• Face Masks Required - On Friday, August 13, 2021, the ACC Board of Trustees unanimously approved a face mask mandate at ACC. Effective August 20,

2021, anyone who is 2 years of age or older will be required to wear a face mask in all ACC buildings.

• Virtual Learning for the First 3 Weeks - ACC will scale back the number of students and employees on campus when the fall semester begins. Many courses will be held online for the first three weeks of the semester from August 23 through September 12. Courses that require in-person instruction, including some labs, will still be held on-campus. Those that can be moved to online formats will do so for this period.

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

• Vaccination Clinics - ACC hosts a series of on-campus COVID-19 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 the COVID-19 vaccine to get one.

• 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 here. Please do not come to campus if you are feeling

• ill or if you 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.

Health & Safety Protocols

Operational areas of ACC campuses and centers are fully open and accessible through all public entrances.  While some health & safety protocols are no longer mandatory, the college encourages its staff, faculty, and students to be mindful of the well-being of all individuals on campus.  If you feel sick, feverish, or unwell, please do not come to campus.

Some important things to remember:

• If you have not done so, ACC encourages all students, faculty, and staff to get vaccinated. COVID-19 vaccines are now widely available throughout the community. Visit www.vaccines.gov/ to find a vaccine location near you.

• 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 here.

• ACC continues to welcome face masks on campus.  Per CDC guidelines, face masks remain a good way to protect yourself from COVID-19.  The college cannot mandate indoor masking, but is encouraging it during this spike in cases as a result of the Delta variant.

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

• Please be sure to carry your student, faculty, or staff ID badge at all times while on campus.

Because of the ever changing situation, please go to ACC’s Covid website at https://www.austincc.edu/coronavirus?ref=audiencemenu for the latest updates and guidance.Health & Safety Protocols.

https://www.austincc.edu/offices/academic-outcomes-assessment/master-syllabi/college-policies

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.

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 [refer to ACC website].  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.

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.

Please see Course Outline for information about the course subjects in this course.