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Home > Course Catalog > Course Descriptions > (ARCT) Architectural Drafting and Estimating Technology
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ARCT 101 Architectural Drafting I (3 credits)
This course is a beginning Architectural Drafting course and will cover basic drafting skills as applied to residential drafting concepts. These concepts include sketching, interior planning, exterior style, blueprint reading and code interpretation. The students will learn the step-by-step process for designing and laying out a set of working drawings for a residential home. (F, O)
ARCT 102 Architectural Drafting II (5)
This course is a continuation of residential construction. Students will draw a complete set of working drawings for a two-story house. Stair sections, framing plans, truss construction and a study of kitchen layouts and elevations are included. Prerequisite: ARCT 101. (S, O)
ARCT 110 Graphic Communications (3)
This course is an introduction to print reading, sketching, and manual drafting. The course will cover the proper use of tools and equipment, freehand lettering techniques, technical drafting skills, sketching, orthographic projection, and isometric drawing in addition to a basic understanding of residential print reading. After completion of this course, the student will have the necessary requirements to enter into studies in Architectural Drafting and Estimating or the Construction Management Technology program. (F, O)
ARCT 120 AutoCAD for Architecture (3)
This course is an introduction to the operation and application of computer-aided drafting utilizing AutoCAD 2012 software. Drawing and editing commands are studied and utilized in final projects. (F)
ARCT 121 Building Information Modeling (2)
This course is an introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM). We will specifically be using the latest version of the Autodesk Revit Architecture software. We will use the BIM software in conjunction with Residential Design and create a virtual model. (S)
ARCT 133 Residential Methods and Materials (3)
This course is an introduction to residential methods of construction and the terminology and use of residential building materials. This course will also introduce basic mechanical and electrical equipment, their functions and space requirements as they relate to residential construction. Students may visit job sites to examine the latest methods of residential construction. (F, O)
ARCT 134 Structural Wood Design (2)
A course to introduce the sizing of structural members used in light wood frame building construction. A working knowledge of building codes and sizing terminology is emphasized. Prerequisite: ARCT 133. (S, O)
ARCT 144 Construction Estimating I (4)
This course is an introduction to residential material and labor estimating. The basic principles of construction estimating are covered. Material lists, calculations and costs are made for several different houses and pole type construction. Prerequisite: ARCT 133 or BCT 133. (S, O)
ARCT 201 Architectural Drafting III (4)
This course includes an introduction to split-level house details, a partial set of working drawings for an apartment building. Students are required to use CAD to develop their drawings. Prerequisite: ARCT 102. (F, O)
ARCT 202 Architectural Drafting IV (4)
This course includes an extensive introduction to pre-engineered metal buildings and a more in-depth coverage of light commercial conventional buildings. Prerequisite: ARCT 201. (S, O)
ARCT 212 Architectural Presentation Techniques (3)
Course material covers the techniques of graphic communication, projection and introduction to color media as tools for architectural presentations. Special presentation software is introduced and utilized to provide rendered presentations using a computer. A course requirement is the coordination and completion of the student’s portfolio for assessment purposes. A PowerPoint is created as a final project to present the student’s portfolio work. Prerequisite: ARCT 101. (F, O)
ARCT 223 Renovation and Design (3)
This course is a practical introduction to the techniques of upgrading, rehabilitation and design of older residential and/or commercial structures to meet the needs of today’s customer. Prerequisites: ARCT 102, ARCT 133 and ARCT 144. (F, O)
ARCT 224 Plane Surveying (1)
This course is a study of elementary plane surveying and the equipment used. Practical field problems are involved using the engineer’s level and transit. (F)
ARCT 231 Commercial Methods and Materials (2)
This course is a continuation of study for construction methods, terminology and use of construction materials with an emphasis on commercial construction. Students will write a research report on specific construction materials as assigned. This course will also introduce basic mechanical and electrical equipment, their functions and space requirements as they relate to commercial construction. Students may visit job sites to examine the latest methods of commercial construction. Prerequisite: ARCT 133. (F, S, O)
ARCT 234 Structural Steel Detailing I (3)
The primary objective of this class is to broadly cover the subject of structural steel drafting, emphasizing the process of preparing structural steel design and fabrication drawings for commercial building applications. To that end, the student is introduced to a wide variety of practical drafting examples and assignments that structural steel design or detail drafters might encounter in an on-the-job situation. Job responsibilities of the major players in the structural steel design and drafting field are fully discussed. The design of beams, columns and connections are also discussed so the student is conversant in the terminology and aware of the design process. (S, O)
ARCT 241 Construction Estimating II (3)
This course covers manual and computer-assisted estimating procedures. Several light commercial and multi-family buildings will be estimated. Labor costs will be included with several of the projects. The study of metal building terminology and the Butler Advantage software is also covered. Prerequisite: ARCT 144. (F, O)
ARCT 242 Construction Estimating III (3)
This course covers manual and computer-assisted takeoff procedures for material and labor on commercial buildings. Students will become familiar with contracting and bidding procedures. Students will also be introduced to using an estimating digitizer to do take-offs. Prerequisites: ARCT 144 and ARCT 241. (S, O)
ARCT X92 Experimental Course (1-9)
A course designed to meet special departmental needs during new course development. It is used for one year after which time the course is assigned a different number.
ARCT 297 Cooperative Education (1-5)
Cooperative Education offers students the opportunity to integrate career, social and personal development into the educational process. The cooperative education program allows students to integrate classroom study with a paid work experience related to their fields of study. It is recommended that a student has successfully completed one year of academic study.
ARCT 299 Special Topics (1-15)
A course designed to meet special departmental needs.
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