Maricopa Community Colleges  ARC121   20066-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 11/22/05
ARC121 20066-99999 L+L 3 Credit(s) 6 Period(s)
Introduction to Architectural Drafting: Manual
Emphasis on basic techniques and principles of manual architectural drafting. Includes hand lettering, line work, dimensioning, multi-view projection, work in plan, section, and elevation views, design standards, wall details, office procedures, and portfolio development. Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
ARC121   20066-99999 Introduction to Architectural Drafting: Manual
1. Demonstrate the appropriate use of hand-drafting equipment including the architectural scale, triangles, parallel rule, compass, circle template, lead holder, and lead pointer. (I)
2. Dimension plans and elevations using standard architectural formats. (II)
3. Annotate plans and elevations using standard architectural formats and prescribed styles typical to the industry. (III)
4. Demonstrate an appropriate use of different line types, line widths/densities, and lead grades in the creation of layout lines, contrasting visible lines, hidden lines, hatching lines, dimension lines, centerlines, and title/border lines. (I-VIII)
5. Using accepted office procedures, conventions, and design standards, layout and complete assigned drawings including plan, section, and elevation views. (I-VIII)
6. Demonstrate knowledge of "architectural style" hand lettering (triangle-based) and show improvement in personal lettering skills through completion of practice exercises and assigned drawings. (III-VIII)
7. Using given examples, design and draw a title block including typically required information. (VIII)
8. Demonstrate professional work habits including demeanor, attendance, efficient use of class time, and the ability to work with others. (I-VIII)
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ARC121   20066-99999 Introduction to Architectural Drafting: Manual
    I. Introduction and Orientation
        A. Equipment and appropriate uses
          1. Architectural Scale
          2. Leads - grades and uses
          3. Other equipment
          4. Correct applications
        B. Line work
          1. Line types
          2. Architectural character
            a. Widths
            b. Densities
            c. Corners
        C. General process/procedures
          1. Layout
            a. Squaring paper
            b. Location/organization of drawing(s)
            c. Scaling/accuracy
            d. Geometric constructions
            e. Scaling versus projection
          2. Checking
            a. Self-check
            b. Redline process and office function
          3. Darkening
          4. Accuracy/quality/expectations of industry
        D. Printing
          1. Processes
          2. Relative quality versus original
        E. Professional environment/work habits
      II. Dimensioning
          A. Architectural formats
          B. Scope
          C. Process/procedures
        III. Lettering
            A. Architectural formats/style
            B. Scope
            C. Process/procedures
          IV. Multi-view Projection
              A. Theory
              B. Process/procedures
              C. Architectural applications
            V. Plan View(s)
                A. Typical standards, conventions, symbols
                  1. Floor plan
                  2. Electrical plan
                B. Wall assemblies
                C. Kitchen standards
                D. Bathroom/restroom standards
                E. Closet standards
                F. Code requirements
                G. Process/procedures
              VI. Elevation View(s)
                  A. Typical standards, conventions, symbols
                  B. Projection from plan/section view(s)
                VII. Section View(s)
                    A. Typical standards, conventions, symbols
                    B. Cross section vs. longitudinal section
                    C. Foundation/wall/framing theory
                    D. Projecting from plan/elevation view(s)
                  VIII. Architectural Title Block
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