AR 240 - Architecture Drafting II

Credit Hours: 4

A lecture/laboratory class introducing the management and techniques used by various firms in the design and production of construction documents for commercial structures. Some basic principles of cost estimating for commercial construction will be discussed and techniques introduced.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

identify terminology used in commercial design and construction;
demonstrate an understanding of commercial working drawings;
identify architectural graphic symbols, lines, cross-referencing, and proper applications;
identify, interpret, and apply appropriate reference materials and necessary building codes;
apply CAD drafting techniques; and
present to a group their thoughts and designs in a clear and precise manner.

Prerequisites: AR 170, AR 275
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