Architectural Drafting - Commercial Syllabus for 2016-2017
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Course

DFTG-2328-001 Architectural Drafting - Commercial

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: DFTG 1317

Course Description

Architectural drafting procedures, practices, governing codes, terms and symbols including the preparation of detailed working drawings for a commercial building with emphasis on commercial construction methods.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

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Textbooks

Designing Commercial Interiors - Piotrowski & Rogers

Supplies

  • Some supplies may be needed for final project. (Wait until end of semester to purchase)
  • Materials to create presentation boards OR possibly USB Flash drive for electronic presentations
  • Report folder
  • some Drafting and Drawing Supplies might be needed

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 and explain the differences between residential and commerical design.
  • Identify code and ADA requirements as they apply to commercial design.
  • Evaluate client needs for various commercial projects including, but not limited to office, retail, healthcare, institutional, and hospitality.
  • Determine client needs for furniture, fixtures, and materials for commercial projects.
  • Complete a design for a commercial project as assigned by instructor.

The student will:

  • Identify client needs in commercial projects.
  • Select appropriate materials, fixtures, and furnishings for commercial projects.
  • Apply appropriate codes and ADA requirements to commercial projects.

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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 = 59 or below

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. I DO NOT repeat lectures!

Grading:  Assignments and Exams=50%    Final project/exam=50%

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:

                Lecture:          Chapter 1 - Introduction

                Activity:          Make a list of ALL commercial establishments you visit this week.                 

                Assignment:   Read Chapter 2;   OFFICE assignment (see Blackboard for details)                                                

Week 2:

                Lecture:          Chapter 2 -The Office

                Assignment:    Read Chapter 3; Continue working on OFFICE assignment

Week 3:

              Presentation:    Office Assignment

              Lecture:            Chapter 3 Office Interior Design Elements

              Assignment:     Read Chapter 4; Test #1 due before next class

              TEST #1 – Chapters 1, 2,  & 3 (see BLACKBOARD for due date)         

Week 4:

              Lecture:            Chapter 4 Lodging Facilities          

               Assignment:      Read Chapter 5; RESTAURANT Assignment (see Blackboard for details)               

Week 5:

              Presentation:      RESTAURANT Assignment

              Lecture:              Chapter 5 – Food and Beverage Facilities

              Assignment:       Read Chapter 6; RETAIL Assignment (see Blackboard for details)            

Week 6:

                Presentation:     RETAIL Assignment

                Lecture:             Chapter 6  Retail Facilities

                Assignment:      Read Chapter 7; Test #2 

                TEST #2 – Chapters 4, 5 & 6 (see Blackboard for due date) 

Week 7:

Lecture:              Chapter 7 Healthcare Facilities

Assignment:       Read Chapter 8

Week 8

                Lecture:               Chapter 8 - Senior Living Facilities

                Assignment:         Test #3 due 

                TEST #3 – Chapters 7 & 8 (see Blackboard for due date)

FALL BREAK

Week 9:

               Lecture:              Assignment of Final Project/Possible Field Trip

                                          Group Assignments for Final Project will be determined

               Lab:                     Groups meet briefly to determine individual assignments for Final Project                                                       

Week 10:

               Lab:                    Groups meet to continue work on Final Project             

Week 11:   

              Lab:                     Groups meet to continue work on Final Project 

Week 12:

             Lab:                      Groups meet to continue work on Final Project 

Week 13:                                          

             Lab:                      Groups meet to continue work on Final Project 

Week 14:                                  

             Lab:                      Groups meet to continue work on Final Project 

Week 15:                           Final Project Due

                                          Presentations at beginning of class

 

Week 16:               Make up work, final exam when required

 

                            

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08/18/16 10:47 PM

Last Edited on:

08/21/16 7:39 PM