Course Descriptions
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 103 | BASIC ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING | 3 (1-4) |
The basic concepts of drawing lines, lettering, use of instruments, orthographic projection, and pictorials. Plans, elevations, and sections of a single building are prepared. Building materials and construction are included. Emphasis is placed upon drawings that reproduce with a maximum of clarity and detail. Prerequisite: Math A Regents with a grade of 65 or higher or concurrent enrollment in Mat 131 or higher.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 104 | INTRO TO COMPUTER GRAPHICS | 1 (0-3) |
A required introductory course for Architectural and Construction Technology students. Students will gain hands-on experience with AutoCAD, Formit, and REVIT, the computer graphics program used in the Profession.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 105 | BLDG MATERIALS/CONST I | 3 (2-2) |
The study of wood frame construction and materials. Topics include foundations, framing methods, and finish materials for interior and exterior use in wood frame buildings. The laboratory will introduce wood detailing and field applications. Prerequisite: Math A Regents with a grade of 65 or higher or concurrent enrollment in MAT 131 or higher.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 106 | BLDG MATERIALS & CONST II | 3 (2-2) |
A continuation of ARC 105. Topics include masonry and steel in building construction, fabrication and utilization in the structural system, architectural detailing in masonry and steel, and an introduction to structural drawings and detailing. Prerequisite: ARC 105 and ARC 104 (ARC 104 may be taken as a corequisite if necessary, however students are strongly encouraged to complete this course prior to beginning ARC 106.)
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 110 | ARCHITECTUAL DRAWING | 3 (1-4) |
A continuation of ARC 103, including site study, use of local and state codes, and structural requirements. Students prepare a design analysis and a complete set of drawings for a small commercial building. Prerequisites: ARC 103, ARC 105, and ARC 104 (ARC 104 may be taken as a corequisite if necessary, however students are strongly encouraged to complete ARC 104 prior to beginning ARC 110.)
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 111 | ADVANCED COMPUTER GRAPHICS | 2 (1-2) |
ARC111 is a required course for Architectural Technology students. Students will gain hands-on experience with advanced skills in AutoCAD and REVIT, the computer graphics program used in the profession. Prerequisite: ARC 104
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 113 | ARCHITECTURE INTRODUCTORY SEM | 1 (1-0) |
The seminar will introduce the incoming student to the profession of architecture. The course will outline the history of architecture, the educational requirements for becoming an architect and the allied professions available to the graduate.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 122 | ARCHITECTURAL PRESENTATION | 2 (0-4) |
An introduction to black and white and color rendering in architectural presentation. Techniques include using pencil, colored pencils, felt-tip pens, and markers. Students prepare presentation drawings, plans, elevations and perspectives of small-scale projecs. The course educates students on the methods of creating an architectural portfolio. Topics include preparation of a portfolio and a presentation of work using conventional and digital design media. Students will receive experience in oral presentation by presenting their portfolios at the end of the semester as part of the course requirement. Prerequisite: ARC 104 (ARC 104 may be taken as a corequisite if necessary, however students are strongly encouraged to complete ARC 104 prior to beginning ARC 122.)
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 202 | MECHANICS OF STRUCTURES | 2 (2-0) |
A study of the elements of structures in architecture, using basic physical laws and intuitive reasoning as extended to the mathematical treatment of equilibrium in static structures. Prerequisite: MAT 132 or higher.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 203 | ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN | 3 (0-6) |
Design projects with increasing complexity are selected throughout the semester and culminate in a moderately complex commercial building design project. Emphasis is placed on form, function and presentation of design. Students will work with computer assisted drawing equipment to prepare a set of design drawings. Students will prepare design models. Pre-requisites: ARC 110, ARC 111, and ARC 216
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 205 | WORKING DRAWINGS | 4 (1-6) |
Working drawings are prepared for a small building such as a motel, clinic, community center, church or bank. Prerequisites: ARC 110 and 106.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 207 | STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS | 3 (3-0) |
This subject includes the study of the stresses and strains that occur in structural members. Shear and bending diagrams, investigation and design of beams, and deflection of beams are included. Investigation is made of the design of simple steel and concrete beams. Prerequisite: ARC 202.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 211 | ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS | 3 (3-0) |
An introduction to environmental systems in buildings including: emphasizing major topics of illumination and heating and cooling; minor topics of plumbing; fire protection and life safety; electrical power; and acoustics. An emphasis will be placed on active and passive energy efficiency and sustainable design. 3 Lecture 0 Lab 3 Credit Hours
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
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| ARC | 214 | PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE | 3 (2-2) |
A study of functions performed in the architect's office from the time an architect is commissioned to do a project until the owner assumes occupancy. Topics include contracts, specifications, estimating, organization, job administration and scheduling. An emphasis on cost estimating and computer assisted estimating is included. Co-requisite: ARC 110 and ARC 106, or permission of instructor.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
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| ARC | 216 | DESIGN THEORY | 3 (2-2) |
This course will provide the student with an opportunity to explore design based on movements in architecture and the theories that form the basis of architectural design, as defined by history, from antiquity to those of contemporary designers. The course exposes students to design problems and guides them through understanding architectural compositions and problem solving processes. Students analyze architecture and use this understanding to synthesize design solutions. Through the creative process, students begin the development of problem solving strategies associated with architectural design and implement them into a series of design projects. Prerequisite: ARC 104 (ARC 104 may be taken as a corequisite if necessary, however students are strongly encouraged to complete ARC 104 prior to beginning ARC 216)
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 240 | CAPSTONE PROJECT | 4 (1-6) |
ARC240 is a culmination of the Architectural Technology student’s studies at the college. Students will work in groups to develop a project from the project development phase through schematic design and design development phases through construction drawings. Both ARC and CNS students will work together for the first half of the semester. For the second half, ARC students will complete construction drawings for the project. CNS students will complete a partial set of the same building and a building materials takeoff of the building. Both groups of students will prepare a booklet of product data sheets for their projects. Building types include small schools, apartment houses, office buildings, department stores, and dining halls. All of the drawings for this course will be prepared on the computer using the AutoCAD system. Prerequisite: ARC 205
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
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| ARC | 271 | SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT I | 1 (1-0) |
A special learning experience designed by one or more students with the cooperation and approval of a faculty member. Study plans will include research, analysis, and presentations or other projects, which advance the student's knowledge and competence in the field of architectural technology. The student's time commitment will be approximately 35-50 hours.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARC | 272 | SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT II | 2 (2-0) |
Similar to ARC 271, except that the student's time commitment to the project will be approximately 70-90 hours.
| Prefix | Number | Title | Hours |
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| ARC | 273 | SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT III | 3 (3-0) |
Similar to ARC 271, except that the student's time commitment to the project will be approximately 105-135 hours.