Residential Drafting - Architectural Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Course

DFTG-1317-001 Residential Drafting - Architectural

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: DFTG 1305 and INDS 1311

Course Description

Architectural drafting procedures, practices, terms and symbols. Preparation of detailed working drawings for residential structures. Emphasis on light frame construction methods.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Residential Interior Design: A Guide to Planning Spaces by Mitton and Nystuen

Interior Graphic and Design Standards - Reznikoff

Supplies

  • 2-3     20" x 30" matte boards for presentation (Wait until end of semester to purchase)
  • Materials to create presentation boards (Available in Resource Library or at local home improvement stores)

    Student Performance

    (Minimum Competencies)  After studying the materials presented in this course of study, the student will be able to do the following as evaluated by the faculty in the department/program:

    • Identify the principles and elements of space planning for residential and basic commercial projects
    • Identify code and ADA requirements as they apply to design.
    • Evaluate client needs for residential projects including, but not limited to home office, social spaces, work spaces, and private spaces.
    •  Determine client needs for furniture, fixtures, and materials.
    • Complete a design for a residential and/or commercial project as assigned by instructor.

    The student will:

    • Identify client needs and apply programming procedures
    • identify and apply standards and codes for interior spaces
    • Develop schematic drawings
    • Complete a Residential/Light Commercial project illustrating effective space planning incorporating Universal Design Principles
    • Conduct peer evaluations of presentations/projects

    Students Rights and Responsibilities

    Student Rights and Responsibilities

    Log in using the AC Connect Portal

    In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

    If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

    Expected Student Behavior

    Students are expected to follow the guidelines as defined in the AC Students Rights & Responsibilities which can be found on the AC Website.  Cell phones are to remain off during class, and students may be asked to cleave class if they are being disruptive and thus inteferring with the learning enviroment.  Students are also expected to dress appropriately as defined by instructor for events and field trips.

    Grading Criteria

    A = 90-100; B = 80-89; C = 70-79; D = 60-69; F = Below 60

    Any work missed must be completed within one week of original dealine or by special arrangements with instructor.  Otherwise, student will be assigned a zero for the missed work.

    It is the student's responsibility to get classnotes and assignments from fellow classmates.

    Attendance

    Students are expected to follow the guidelines as defined in the AC Students Rights & Responsibilities which can be found on the AC Website.  Cell phones are to remain off during class, and students may be asked to cleave class if they are being disruptive and thus inteferring with the learning enviroment.  Students are also expected to dress appropriately as defined by instructor for events and field trips.

    Calendar

    TENTATIVE TIMELINE:
    Week 1: Introduction to Space Planning

                   Lecture: Chapter 1 - Intro to Space Planning, Criteria for Final Project

                   Lab: Intro to Chief Architect, Space Planning

                   New Assignment: Create ADA presentation, Read Chapters 1 & 2.                                

    Week 2: Entrances and Circulation Spaces

                  Assignment Due: ADA Presentation

                   Lecture: Chapter 2 Entrances and Circulation Spaces   

                   Lab: Work in Chief Architect on space planning for final project

                   New Assignment:  ADA TEST

    Week 3: American with Disabilities Act (ADA)

                 Assignment Due: ADA Test

                 Lecture:ADA discussion

                  Lab:Work in Chief Architect on Entrances and Circulation Spaces for final project

                  New Assignment: Read Chapter 3 Leisure Spaces

    Week 4: Leisure Spaces

                  Assignment Due: Entrances and Circulation Spaces

                  Lecture: Chapter 3 Leisure Spaces

                   Lab: Work in Chief Architect on Living and Dining Spaces for final project.

                   New Assignment: Read Chapter 7 Utility and Work Spaces

    Week 5: Utility and Work Spaces

                  Assignment Due: Living and Dining Spaces

                  Lecture: Chapter 7 – Utility & Work Spaces

                  Lab: Work in Chief Architect on Garage and Laundry Room for final project.

                  New Assignment: Read Chapter 4 Kitchens

    Week 6: Kitchens

                  Assignment Due: Garage and Laundry Room

                   Lecture:Chapter 4 – Kitchens

                   Lab: Work in Chief Architect on the Kitchen for final project.

    Week 7: Kitchens (cont.)

                  Lecture: Chapter 4 Kitchens continued

                  Lab: Work in Chief Architect on Kitchen for Final Project   

                  New Assignment:: Study for Mid-Term, Read Chapter 5 Bedrooms  

    Week 8: Mid- Term Exam, Bedrooms

                    Assignment Due: Kitchen

                    Lecture: Take Mid-Term Exam, Chapter 5 Bedrooms

                    Lab: Work in Chief Architect on Bedrooms for Final Project

                    New Assignment: Read Chapter 6 Bathrooms

    Week 9: Bathrooms

                  Assignment Due: Bedrooms

                   Lecture: Chapter 6 - Bathrooms

                   Lab: Work in Chief Architect on Bathrooms for Final Project

                   New Assignment: Read Chapter 8 Sample Project and Related Drawings                                                                    

    Week 10: Sample Project and Related Drawings, Furnishing Specifications

                  Assignment Due: Bathrooms

                   Lecture: Chapter 8 – Sample Project and Related Drawings, Furnishings Specifications

                   Lab: Furnishings Specifications for Final Project

                  New Assignment:  Read Chapter 9 Basic Residential Building Construction and Structure

    Week 11: Basic Residential Building Construction and Structure, Finish Specifications

                  Assignment Due: Furnishings Specifications

                  Lecture:Chapter 9 – Basic Residential Building Construction & Structure, Finish Specifications

                  Lab: Finish Specifications for Final Project

    Week 12: Electrical Plans

                  Assignment Due: Finish Specifications and Sample Boards

                 Lecture: Electrical Plans

                 Lab: Electrical Plan for Final Project

    Week 13: Dimensioned Floor Plans       

                  Assignment Due: Electrical Plan

                  Lecture: Dimensioned Floor Plans                                

                  Lab: Work on Dimensioned Floor Plan in Chief Architect

    Week 14: Exterior Views, Elevations and PowerPoint Presentations         

                  Assignment Due: Dimensioned Floor Plan

                  Lecture: Views and Elevations in Chief Architect, PowerPoint Presentations                              

                  Lab: Work in Chief Architect to create Exterior Perspective Views and Elevations, Kitchen Elevations  

                        for final project. Work on PowerPoint Presentation for final project. 

    Week 15: Concept Statements and Presentations to Clients

                 Assignment Due: Exterior Perspective Views and Elevations, Kitchen Elevations

                 Lecture: Concept Statements and Presentations to Clients                                  

                Lab: Work on Final Project Presentation

    Week 16: Final Project Due

                  Lecture:  Presentations at beginning of class

                  Lab: Project Awards

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