Program Requirements

First Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

614-100Draft Fund/Wood Frame Construc3Fall only | 614-117 or concurrentThis course is designed to introduce basic drafting standards. Learners develop acceptable drafting techniques as they examine two-dimensional and three-dimensional drawings. Learners create a complete set of working drawings for a residence according to industry standards.

614-117Revit Architecture3Fall onlyIn this course the student will learn the basics of the Revit Architecture software. The student will use Revit to develop a building model and create floor plans, sections, elevations, structural framing system and details from the building model. The student will also explore enhancements which are added to AutoCAD through the use of AutoCAD Architecture software. The student will develop problem-solving strategies, increase their efficiency, and cope with change in his/her software environment. The student will use these programs for creating construction documents.

614-140Structural Analysis4Fall onlyThis course introduces learners to basic principles of structural mechanics and design, with emphasis placed upon application in the design and construction of commercial buildings. Learners solve a number of structural engineering problems. Learners develop skills in this course to successfully complete subsequent courses within the program.

614-164CAD Architecture3Fall onlyThis course is designed to teach individuals interested in learning the fundamentals of computer-aided drafting using AutoCAD software. The student learns how the system operates, basic entity creation, modifying operations, text styles, dimensioning, blocks, plotting, etc. At the conclusion of this course, the student should have developed basic skills related to computer-aided drafting and should be able to use CAD on advanced projects in the future classes.

804-113College Technical Math 1A3Designed for the students who are preparing for a technical career, this course covers a variety of algebraic topics. These include solving linear, quadratic, and rational equations; measurement systems; formula rearrangement; solving systems of equations; percent; proportions; and operations on polynomials. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems. Successful completion of College Technical Math 1A and College Technical Math 1B is the equivalent of College Technical Math 1.

TOTAL CREDITS:16 

Second Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

614-111Architectural Drafting 13Spring only | (614-100 or 607-100) and (614-140 or 607-140) and (614-125 or 607-125) and (614-164 or 607-164 or 606-161); Corequisite: 614-117This course provides instruction in commercial architectural drafting. Emphasis is placed on drafting techniques; lettering; and drafting of details, plans, elevations, and sections. The student develops a set of architectural plans for a small commercial building. Studies of building code requirements, utility applications, and selection of construction materials are made in development of the plans.

614-153Architectural Illustrating2Spring onlyThis course explores methods by which architectural projects are prepared for client presentation. Learners use rendering software to create photo-realistic building models. Learners create building components and practice interior design techniques. Learners explore their visually detailed projects using virtual reality.

614-156Construction Concrete3Spring only | 614-100 and 614-164This course introduces concrete construction. Learners examine concrete types and methods used in commercial construction. Learners prepare design calculations for a variety of concrete components. Learners draw concrete details and reinforcing steel fabrication drawings. Learners create a three-dimensional precast building model.

614-157Construction Steel4Spring only | (614-100 and 614-125 and 614-140 and 614-164) and 614-117 or concurrentThis course covers the selection and design of structural steel materials that might be used in the construction of a commercial or industrial building. Special emphasis is placed upon using the AISC Manual of Steel Construction and the Steel Joist Institute's Standard Specifications Load Tables and Weight Tables for Steel Joists and Joist Girders in learning to design and select steel beams, columns, joists, base plates, bearing plates, and lintels used in commercial and industrial roof and floor systems. The student will also learn the proper methods used to create the structural design drawings and details.

TOTAL CREDITS:12 

Third Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

614-113Architectural Drafting 23Fall only | (614-111 or 607-111) and (614-117 or 607-117) and (614-123 or 607-123) and (614-124 or 607-124) and (614-140 or 607-140); Corequisite: 614-155The classroom simulates a natural architectural drafting room. A design is developed by the student and then the student prepares presentation drawings. After the presentation drawing phase, the student will develop these ideas into working drawings. These drawings will include floor plans, schedules, wall sections, and details. The student will also learn the fundamentals of drawing additions and remodeling and specification writing.

614-125Mechanical Systems3Fall only | 614-100 and 614-140 and 614-164This course explores mechanical equipment in commercial building design. Systems analyzed include sanitary drainage, storm drainage, fire protection, and HVAC (heating, ventilating, and air conditioning). Learners examine structural-mechanical relationship; physical considerations for mechanical systems; mechanical drawing symbols; plumbing codes, specifications, fixtures, and materials. Learners produce mechanical system plans related to a small commercial office building.

614-148Structural Drafting 14Fall only | (614-111 or 607-111) and (614-123 or 607-123) and (614-124 or 607-124)In this course, the student gains a basic understanding of structural steel sections, terms, abbreviations, and symbols used by structural steel fabricators and by structural steel erectors. The student makes steel erection plans, anchor rod plans, and detailed shop fabrication drawings of structural steel beams and columns. Special emphasis is placed on the design of bolted and welded structural steel connections. The student becomes familiar with Detailing for Steel Construction and the Manual of Steel Construction, which are both published by the American Institute of Steel Construction. The student then learns how to solve typical design problems related to steel framing and steel construction using these design manuals.

614-155Surveying & Site Planning4Fall only | 614-111 or 607-111; Corequisite: 614-113An elementary course in surveying, including the fundamentals of plane surveying and care of equipment. The course includes theory and field problems in distance measuring, leveling, measuring, vertical and horizontal angles, topographical surveying, construction location surveying, and water detention. The last unit of study is devoted to land descriptions.

801-136English Composition 13This course is designed for learners to develop knowledge and skills in all aspects of the writing process. Planning, organizing, writing, editing, and revising are applied through a variety of activities. Students will analyze audience and purpose, use elements of research and format documents using standard guidelines. Individuals will develop critical reading skills through analysis of various written documents.

TOTAL CREDITS:17 

Fourth Semester

Course #Course TitleCreditsPrerequisites/Comments

614-149Structural Drafting 22Spring only | (614-148 or 607-148)This course is a continuation of Structural Drafting I. In the first part of this course, the student learns how to detail structural support frames and bracing using structural steel. In the second part of this course, the student learns more about structural steel, weld types, and weld symbols. The student then learns how to detail miscellaneous structural steel by detailing the remaining items from his or her Structural Drafting I project, which makes that project complete to industry standards. In the last part of this course, the student learns how to detail skewed beams, which are very common in nonrectangular framing.

614-151Tech Problems-Arch Structural3Spring only | (614-113 or 607-113) and (614-148 or 607-148) and (614-152 or 607-152) and (614-155 or 607-155)In this course the student continues to design a commercial building project which is started in Architectural Drafting II. This course utilizes the knowledge gained in previous courses. He/she prepares a complete set of working drawings necessary to construct a commercial or industrial building, including the architectural plans and details and structural plans and details using the Revit Architecture software. This project also includes all required structural design calculations. The structural design calculations are typical of those that arise daily in actual design office practice.

614-160Model Based Steel Detailing3Spring only | (614-140 or 607-140) and (614-148 or 607-148)In this course the student learns how to use SDS/2 steel detailing software, one of the more advanced 3D-drafting systems used by structural steel detailers in the industry today. The fourth-semester student first uses the SDS/2 Drawing Editor to complete a variety of detailed shop drawings of structural steel beams. The student then goes through basic training on SDS/2 3D Modeling, and once this training is complete, he/she uses the SDS/2 software to produce structural steel detail and erection drawings for all the structural steel items in his or her Technical Problems project.

801-197Technical Reporting3801-136 or 801-219Prepares and presents oral and written technical reports. Types of reports may include lab and field reports, proposals, technical letters and memos, technical research reports, and case studies. Designed as an advanced communication course for students who have completed at least the prerequisite introductory writing course with a grade of "D-".

809-195Economics3Designed to give an overview of how a market-oriented economic system operates, and it surveys the factors which influence national economic policy. Basic concepts and analyses are illustrated by reference to a variety of contemporary problems and public policy issues. Concepts include scarcity, resources, alternative economic systems, growth, supply and demand, monetary and fiscal policy, inflation, unemployment and global economic issues.

809-199Psychology of Human Relations3Students will become acquainted with the basic theories and concepts of psychology and human behavior, enabling them to be more effective in their work and personal lives. A better understanding of human relations will help the individual adjust and grow in a complex society.

TOTAL CREDITS:17