ARE 2851 - Architectural Graphics

1 lecture hours 2 lab hours 2 credits

Course Description
Architectural Graphics builds on the information taught in Introduction to CAECM Graphics. Students work to prepare architectural and architectural engineering drawings by hand, using AutoCAD and Revit.
Prereq: CAE 1851 (quarter system prereq: AE 1001 or CV 1001)
Note: None
This course meets the following Raider Core CLO Requirement: None

Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Describe how construction documents (drawings and specifications) are organized and their importance in building safe buildings and infrastructure
Prepare architectural drawings using hand drafting techniques
Prepare drawings using AutoCAD and REVIT software

Prerequisites by Topic

Basic understanding of Autodesk AutoCAD
Basic understanding of Autodesk Revit

Course Topics

Organization of construction documents
Architectural drawings and symbols
Orthographic projection drawing
Perspective drawing
Building elevation drawings
Building plan drawings
Site plan drawings
Enlarged details and sections
Stair plans, profiles
Advanced presentation techniques (e.g., building walkthroughs)
Code requirements (e.g., ADA code restrooms, stair requirements, etc.)

Laboratory Topics

Interactive problem-solving sessions that reinforce the weekly lecture topics

Coordinator
Jayme Radomski, P.E.

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ARE 2851 - Architectural Graphics