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AET 125 Architectural Drafting/Design II

This course presents basic architectural design, drafting, and documentation techniques. This is accomplished through the drawing of plot, floor, and elevation plans that contains sections, details, and schedules as used in residential construction documents. Quality line work, dimensioning, and drawing accuracy will be emphasized for traditional techniques as well as computer-aided design (CAD).

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: AET 123 and EDD 171 and CET 135 or concurrent

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Course Number and Title:

AET 125 Architectural Drafting/Design II

Campus Location

  • Dover
  • Stanton

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: AET 123 and EDD 171 and CET 135 or concurrent

Course Credits and Hours

4 credit(s)

3 lecture hours/week

3 lab hours/week

Course Description

This course presents basic architectural design, drafting, and documentation techniques. This is accomplished through the drawing of plot, floor, and elevation plans that contains sections, details, and schedules as used in residential construction documents. Quality line work, dimensioning, and drawing accuracy will be emphasized for traditional techniques as well as computer-aided design (CAD).

Additional Materials

None

Required Text(s)

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Disclaimer

None

Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)

  1. Prepare detailed architectural drawings and supporting materials for residential design and construction. (CCC 2, 5, 6; PGC 3, 5, 6)
  2. Use building design standards and techniques. (CCC 1, 2, 4, 5, 6; PGC 3, 5, 6)
  3. Determine construction materials and methods into the building design. (CCC 2, 5, 6; PGC 3, 5, 6)
  4. Use accepted industry drafting techniques, standards, and equipment in the design, drafting, and presentation processes. (CCC 2, 5, 6; PGC 3, 5)
  5. Examine and interpret architectural drawings and documents. (CCC 2, 4, 6; PGC 3, 6)
  6. Use standard industry references and other information resources in design, documentation, and product selection. (CCC 2, 4, 5, 6; PGC 3, 5, 6)

See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.

Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)

Upon completion of this course, the student will:

  1. Prepare detailed architectural drawings and supporting materials for residential design and construction.
    1. Perform a site analysis.
    2. Develop bubble diagrams.
    3. Research and apply residential building and zoning codes.
    4. Create hand drawn conceptual sketches of site plan, floor plan(s), and other required views.
    5. Prepare schematic drawings of site plan, foundation plan, floor plan(s), elevations, sections, and details.
    6. Produce fully dimensioned and annotated working drawings, including schedules suitable for use by the construction trades and code review agencies.
    7. Prepare a CAD and/or a physical model of the completed design.
    8. Adhere to schedules and timelines.
    9. Present design information graphically, orally, and in writing.
       
  2. Use building design standards and techniques.
    1. Use standard sizes and room relationships.
    2. Employ standard layouts to design bathrooms.
    3. Use standard layouts to design kitchens.
    4. Design for standard material sizes and minimal waste.
    5. Employ both passive and active energy saving design elements.
    6. Incorporate accessible and universal design elements.
       
  3. Determine construction materials and methods into the building design.
    1. Research and select appropriate building systems and materials.
    2. Document building systems and materials used in design.
    3. Use computer-based industry resources to support design and documentation.
       
  4. Use accepted industry drafting techniques, standards and equipment in the design, drafting, and presentation processes.
    1. Prepare design studies using standard sketching techniques.
    2. Produce drawings using CAD software.
    3. Use standard CAD organizational and file handling techniques.
       
  5. Examine and interpret architectural drawings and documents.
    1. Extract information from architectural and engineering drawings and documents.
    2. Identify building components, sizes, material symbols, reference symbols, and abbreviations in architectural drawings.
    3. Define the role of the architectural engineering technician in the context of working with architects, engineers, and other licensed professionals.
  1. Use standard industry references and other information resources in design, documentation, and product selection.
    1. Use standard industry references to guide production of drawings and specifications.
    2. Employ websites, publications, books, periodicals, and catalogues to research design issues and to evaluate and select construction components.

Evaluation Criteria/Policies

The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:

90-100 = A
80-89 = B
70-79 = C
0-69 = F
Students should refer to the Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.

Final Course Grade

Calculated using the following weighted average

Evaluation Measure

Percentage of final grade

Site Analysis  (formative)

15%

Precedent and Schematic Design (formative)

15%

Preliminary Design (formative)

20%

Final Design Documentation  (summative)

25%

Final Presentation (summative)

25%

TOTAL

100%

Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)

  1. Research and analyze existing site conditions.
  2. Apply principles of sustainability to the built environment.
  3. Employ the architectural design process.
  4. Interpret and apply building codes.
  5. Create technical drawings and presentation graphics.
  6. Demonstrate a commitment to quality, timeliness, professional development, and continuous improvement.

Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)

  1. Apply clear and effective communication skills.
  2. Use critical thinking to solve problems.
  3. Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
  4. Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
  5. Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
  6. Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.

Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability

We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.

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