ARC 109 — Construction, Methods and Materials
(3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop) 3 Hrs./Wk. (3 Hrs. 0 Lecture 0 Hrs. Lab) *1 5 wks. This course provides an introductory overview of the various materials used in construction. Students learn about design, integration, properties, sustainable use, and structural limitations. Common construction methods are introduced and building details are explored. Materials to be covered include brick, concrete and other masonry products, structural steel, metals, glass, wood, plastics and composites. Corequisite ACE 102. and ACE 1 1 1 with a grade of C or higher. Students must earn a grade of C or higher in all core courses in order to meet the degree requirements of the program. ARC 1 1 1 Architectural Graphics and Digital Design 3 Credits (2 Lecture 1 Lab 0 Shop) 3 Hrs./Wk. (2 Hrs. Lecture 1 Hrs. Lab) *1 5 wks. This course will study the various visual communications methods most commonly used in the architectural profession. Techniques will include both color and black/white, a variety of perspective systems, shade/shadow, exploded views, pencil-and-pen work, and a variety of different media. Assignments are designed to enhance the student’s ability to understand and represent architectural forms and spaces. 101. Students must earn a grade of C or higher in all core courses in order to meet the degree requirements of the program. ARC 1 20 Structures 3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop) 3 Hrs./Wk. (3 Hrs. 0 Lecture 0 Hrs. Lab) *1 5 wks. The student is introduced to the strength of materials by d