| ENGINEERING
AND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY: COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING AND DESIGN TECHNOLOGY
(CADD)
Associate of Applied Science Degree: Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Technology
Specialization: Architectural Drafting and Design
The Architectural Drafting and Design Technology specialization is offered
at the Virginia Beach Campus and prepares students for employment as
an advanced CADD drafter or designer in an architectural firm. Graduates
have the knowledge and skills to pursue a wide variety of employment
opportunities in the design and construction industry. Under formal
articulation agreements, students may transfer course work toward a
baccalaureate degree program in an engineering technology field or to some
schools of architecture. Students planning on pursuing a baccalaureate
degree should meet with the program head early in their academic plan and
consult the receiving institution’s catalog and transfer guide.
The faculty are experienced educators and professionals such as practicing
architects and engineers. They bring in current practices and knowledge
of the latest building materials, construction methods and computer
technology. The program is highly regarded in the Virginia architectural
community for its ability to challenge its students and teach essential
technical skills for which employers are looking. Students in the program
have the opportunity to sample a variety of interest areas within the
discipline, including building and site planning, architectural graphic
techniques, computer-aided drafting, rendering and animation, materials
and construction technology, architectural history, international study,
building codes, office practices, structures and more. Students may begin
fall, spring, or summer semester.
The Specialization in Architectural Drafting and Design Technology prepares
students for employment in these businesses and industries:
• Architect offices
• Engineering consulting firms (civil, mechanical, and electrical)
• Landscape architect offices
• Construction management firms
• Building contracting firms
• Building developers
• Computer drafting and mapping service companies
• Construction material suppliers and producers (sales, shop drawings)
• Facilities planning offices
Associate of Applied Science Degree: Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Technology
Specialization: Architectural Drafting and Design (729.01)
| SEMESTER 1 (BASED ON A FALL SEMESTER START) |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
Prerequisite |
ARC 100 |
Introduction to Architecture |
3 |
|
CAD 151 |
Engineering Drawing Fundamentals I |
3 |
|
CAD 201 |
Computer-Aided Drafting and Design I |
4 |
|
ENG 111 |
College Composition I |
3 |
Placement |
MTH 163 |
Precalculus I |
3 |
Placement |
SDV 100 |
College Success Skills |
1 |
|
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SEMESTER TOTAL |
17 |
|
| SEMESTER 2 |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
Prerequisite |
ARC 121 |
Architectural Drafting I |
3 |
|
ARC 133 |
Construction Methodology and Procedures I |
3 |
|
CAD 202 |
Computer-Aided Drafting and Design II |
4 |
CAD 201 |
MTH 164 |
Precalculus II |
3 |
MTH 163 |
| |
Approved Technical Elective2 |
3 |
|
| |
SEMESTER TOTAL |
16 |
|
| SEMESTER 3 |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
Prerequisite |
ARC 122 |
Architectural Drafting II |
3 |
ARC 121 |
ARC 221 |
Architectural CAD Applications Software I |
3 |
ARC 121 and
CAD 201 |
MEC 131 |
Mechanics I - Statics for Engineering Technology |
3 |
MTH 116 or
MTH 164 |
PHY 201 |
General College Physics I3
(or Approved Technical Elective2) |
4 |
MTH 115 or
MTH 163 |
| |
Health/Physical Education Elective1 |
2 |
|
| |
Social Science Elective1 |
3 |
|
| |
SEMESTER TOTAL |
18 |
|
| SEMESTER 4 |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
Prerequisite |
CAD 280 |
Design Capstone Project |
3 |
(ARC 122 and ARC 221) or (CAD 201 and CAD 211) |
MEC 132 |
Mechanics II - Strength of Materials for Engineering Technology (or Approved Technical Elective2) |
3 |
MEC 131 |
PHY 202 |
General College Physics II3
(or Approved Technical Elective2) |
4 |
PHY 201 |
| |
Humanities Elective1 |
3 |
|
| |
Social Science Elective1 |
3 |
|
| |
SEMESTER TOTAL |
16 |
|
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TOTAL MINIMUM CREDITS |
67 |
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1 Eligible courses are listed on page 28 in the 2011-2012 catalog. See the program head
or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s).
2 Consult with the program head or counselor. Eligible courses for Approved Technical
Elective include any ARC, CAD or MEC courses not required in the program.
3 Students planning on transferring to a four-year program should take PHY 201-202 and
not technical electives.
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