ARC 103: BASIC ARCHITECTURAL DRAWING
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.
Credits: 3
Type: Lecture, Lab
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ARC 104: INTRO TO COMPUTER GRAPHICS
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.
Credits: 1
Type: Lab
Department: Bus, Aviatn & Cnstrctn Prfssns
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ARC 105: BLDG MATERIALS/CONST I
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.
Credits: 3
Type: Lecture, Lab
Department: Bus, Aviatn & Cnstrctn Prfssns
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ARC 106: BLDG MATERIALS & CONST II
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 104 and ARC 105
Credits: 3
Type: Lecture, Lab
Department: Bus, Aviatn & Cnstrctn Prfssns
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ARC 110: ARCHITECTUAL DRAWING
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 104, and ARC 105
Credits: 3
Type: Lecture, Lab, Lecture/Lab
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ARC 113: ARCHITECTURE INTRODUCTORY SEM
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.
Credits: 1
Type: Lecture
Attributes: Intro Seminar
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ARC 122: ARCHITECTURAL PRESENTATION I
A study of perspective, shades and shadows. Students prepare presentation drawings,
plans, elevations, and perspectives of small-scale projects utilizing pencil, pen
and ink.
Credits: 2
Type: Lab
Department: Bus, Aviatn & Cnstrctn Prfssns
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ARC 123: ARCHITECTURAL PRESNTN II
An introduction to color in architectural presentation using colored pencils, felt
tip pens and washes. The course will provide an introduction to the preparation of
rendered plans, evaluations, and perspectives of medium scale buildings using both
traditional and computer based drawing techniques.
Prerequisite: ARC 122.
Credits: 2
Type: Lecture, Lab
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ARC 202: MECHANICS OF STRUCTURES
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.
Credits: 2
Type: Lecture
Department: Bus, Aviatn & Cnstrctn Prfssns
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ARC 203: ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
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 or permission of instructor
Credits: 3
Type: Lab
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ARC 205: WORKING DRAWINGS
Working drawings are prepared for a small building such as a motel, clinic, community
center, church or bank.
Prerequisites: ARC 110 and 106.
Credits: 4
Type: Lecture, Lab
Department: Bus, Aviatn & Cnstrctn Prfssns
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ARC 207: STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS
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.
Credits: 3
Type: Lecture
Department: Bus, Aviatn & Cnstrctn Prfssns
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ARC 211: ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS
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
Credits: 3
Type: Lecture
Department: Bus, Aviatn & Cnstrctn Prfssns
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ARC 214: PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
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.
Credits: 3
Type: Lecture, Lab
Department: Bus, Aviatn & Cnstrctn Prfssns
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ARC 216: DESIGN THEORY
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.
Credits: 3
Type: Lecture, Lab
Attributes: Elective
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ARC 240: CAPSTONE PROJECT
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.
Credits: 4
Type: Lecture, Lab
Department: Bus, Aviatn & Cnstrctn Prfssns
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ARC 271: SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT I
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.
Credits: 1
Type: Lecture, Independent Study
Department: Bus, Aviatn & Cnstrctn Prfssns
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ARC 272: SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT II
Similar to ARC 271, except that the student's time commitment to the project will
be approximately 70-90 hours.
Credits: 2
Type: Lecture, Independent Study
Department: Bus, Aviatn & Cnstrctn Prfssns
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ARC 273: SPECIAL STUDY PROJECT III
Similar to ARC 271, except that the student's time commitment to the project will
be approximately 105-135 hours.
Credits: 3
Type: Lecture, Independent Study
Department: Bus, Aviatn & Cnstrctn Prfssns
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