Outlines history and impact of architecture. Emphasizes dynamics and social aspects of architecture and society; focuses on 19th and 20th century architectural forms. Lecture 3 hours per week.

3 credits each

Introduces techniques of architectural drafting, including lettering, dimensioning, and symbols. Requires production of plans, sections, and elevations of a simple building. Studies use of common reference material and the organization of architectural working drawings. Requires development of a limited set of working drawings, including a site plan, related details, and pictorial drawings. Prerequisite for ARC 122: ARC 121. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

Studies materials used in construction of buildings, covering foundations to structural framing systems. Includes appropriate use of materials for various construction types. Includes specification of materials and installation procedures, types of specifications and writing procedures, bidding procedures, and contract documents. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Introduces the basics of landscape design and development concepts through architectural construction and plantings. Shows relationship between design and environment, including objectives of design elements, materials, and facilities. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Teaches the principles and techniques of architectural drawing practices through the use of architecture specific CAD software.  Utilizes the commands and features of the software to generate drawings that emphasize architectural design and structural systems.  Prerequisites:  ARC 121 and CAD 201.  Lecture 2 hours.  Laboratory 2 hours.  Total 4 hours per week.

Uses advanced features of architectural CAD software to teach students to develop working drawings and details that adhere to the practices and techniques of architectural drawing principles. Lecture 2 hours.  Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

Provides fundamental knowledge of principles and techniques of architectural drawing procedures.  Familiarizes student with design process. Provides a better understanding of the relation between architectural design and structural systems. Prerequisite: ARC 122 or equivalent. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 8 hours per week.

Covers professional role of the architectural technician with regard to the construction industry. Includes building codes and their effect on specifications and drawings. Teaches purpose and writing of specifications with their legal and practical application to working drawings. Analyzes contract documents for client-architect-contractor responsibilities and duties. Lecture 3 hours per week.