Architectural Drafting - Commercial Syllabus for 2017-2018
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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

• Grid Paper
• Tracing Paper or Roll of Canary Paper
• USB Flash drive
• Drafting and Drawing Supplies 

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. 

Grading:  Exams=20%    Final project 75%  Final Exam 5%

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.

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