ARCT - ARCHITECTURE

ARCT 101. Introduction to Architecture 3 cr. (2+2P)

This course provides students the tools and vocabulary to analyze, interpret, and discuss the built environment from the social, historical, perceptual, and technical determinants. Lectures and assignments will introduce students to the elements of current and likely future directions of architecture from experiential, aesthetic, structural, functional, and historical perspectives. The course will provide students with knowledge about the people and processes involved with professional issues of architectural practice. Students will be required to participate in individual and group presentations and projects, as well as compile a portfolio of their work completed in the course.

ARCT 104. Introduction to Architectural Drawing 4 cr. (2+4P)

This course is designed as an introduction to architectural drawing and design for students without prior experience in the fine arts. Students are guided through a series of spatial and analytical exercises that focus attention on not only how architects draw, but also the reasoning and processes embedded within the technique. Direct linkages with the Introduction to Architecture course provide exposure to a wide range of interconnected architectural concepts.

ARCT 111. Architectural History I 3 cr. (2+2P)

A survey of the development of world architecture from the ancient era to the advent of the enlightenment in Europe. Major emphasis is on the visual, intellectual, cultural and technological aspects of the ancient and indigenous cultures/classical /pre-modern world. Branch campuses only.

ARCT 115. General Construction Safety 3 cr. (2+2P)

Overview of general construction safety related to building construction, highway and road construction, and surveying field work.

ARCT 170. Computers in Architecture 3 cr. (2+2P)

Explore various software and photography techniques widely used in the architectural field. In addition to using industry standard CAD program as primary 2-d drafting tool, focus is to produce digital architectural models and renderings, presentation boards, and animations. Digital images will be produced and enhanced through basic techniques in photography and integration of various software. Both individual and group work will be required.

ARCT 204. Architectural Design Studio I 5 cr. (1+8P)

Enhancement of general graphic communication skills. Strengthens fundamental design by addressing issues of conceptual design, structural order, and application of three-dimensional processes to architectural graphic expression. 2-D and 3-D design and presentation techniques. Studio/critique-based with considerable number of outside assignment/hours required. Prerequisite: ARCT 104.

ARCT 210. Architectural Delineation I 3 cr. (2+2P)

Introduction to visual literacy, architectural graphic communication, & basic analytical skills. Architectural concepts primarily explored through the application of technical drawing, descriptive geometry, & material manipulation; primarily black & white media.

ARCT 211. Architectural History II 3 cr. (2+2P)

A survey of the development of world architecture from the enlightenment in Europe to the present. Branch campuses only.

ARCT 250. Construction Documents 3 cr. (2+2P)

Basic use of CAD to produce residential, commercial, and industrial architectural working drawings, including floor plans, sections, foundation plans and details, exterior and interior elevations, framing plans, and site plans. Use and application of building and zoning codes, typical construction methods and materials, and accessibility requirements. Basic 3-D modeling, AIA layering standards, sheet layout, and construction document coordination. Prerequisite: DRFT 109.

ARCT 254. Architectural Design Studio II 5 cr. (1+8P)

Advanced graphic communication and 3-D physical model representation. Focus on site analysis , programming and fundamental design issues of context, environment, program development and space planning, 2-D and 3-D design and presentation techniques. Studio/critique-based with considerable number of outside assignments/hours requires. Prerequisite: ARCT 204.

ARCT 255. Special Problems 1-6 cr.

Instructor-approved projects in architecture or related topics specific to student s areas of interest and relevant to pre-architecture curriculum. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.

ARCT 260. Architectural Delineation 3 cr. (2+2P)

Continuation of ARCT 210 with an emphasis in color media. Prerequisites: ARCT 210.

ARCT 288. Portfolio Development 4 cr. (2+4P)

Production of a portfolio consisting of student produced work related to individualized projects based on degree option. Completed portfolio to include, working and presentation drawings, material take-offs, cost estimates, specifications, 3D models, renderings, and technical animation files as assigned by the instructor. Job search and resume preparation activities will also be required.

ARCT 290. Special Topics 1-6 cr.

Topics subtitled in the Schedule of Classes. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.

ARCT 291. Cooperative Experience 1-6 cr.

Supervised cooperative work program. Student employed in approved occupation; supervised and evaluated by employer and instructor. Student meets weekly with instructor. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Graded S/U.

ARCT 295. Professional Development and Leadership-AIAS 1-3 cr.

As members and/or officers of student professional organizations, architecture students gain experience through undertaking leadership roles, participating in team building, and becoming involved in service to the community. Students can also gain actual work experience involving skills related to their field of study. Graded S/U.