Architectural Design Technology

Opportunities

• are best for individuals who have at least two years of postsecondary training in drafting and considerable skill and experience using computer-aided drafting (CAD) systems.

Nature of Work

• Architectural Drafters draw architectural and structural features of buildings and other structures. Most drafters use computer-aided drafting (CAD) systems.

Training

• Community college credits are more likely to be accepted at 4-year colleges than are credits from technical institutes. After completing a 2-year associate degree program, graduates may obtain jobs as drafters or continue their education in a related field at 4-year colleges. Four-year colleges offer courses in architecture engineering and other related fields.
• Courses taken at CSN can lead to
  • Certificate of Achievement in Architectural Design Technology - Architectural Drafting Emphasis
  • Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Architectural Design Technology - Residential Design Emphasis

Contact Jeff Wagner at (702) 651-4870 or jeff.wagner@csn.edu for further information.

Spring 2012 Schedule of Classes

On-line Registration

AAD 182 - Fundamentals of Design II

Continuation of AAD 180, with emphasis on spatial sequence, tectonics, and design precedents. Prerequisite: AAD 180. 3 Credits.

AAE 100 - Introduction to Architecture

Survey of architecture. Includes historical examples and the theoretical, social, technical, and environmental forces that shape this profession. Especially for majors and non-majors who wish to explore this field as a career choice. 3 Credits.

AAE 100 - Introduction to Architecture

Survey of architecture. Includes historical examples and the theoretical, social, technical, and environmental forces that shape this profession. Especially for majors and non-majors who wish to explore this field as a career choice. 3 Credits.

ADT 100 - Introduction to Drafting Theory

An introduction to manual drafting theory as utilized in fields of architecture, interior design and graphic arts. Geometric construction, orthographic projection, elevations and isometric drawings are included. Open lab will be required. Corequisite: CONS 120B. 3 Credits.

ADT 103 - Urban Planning

Introduction to the forces shaping urban development, to include: history and determinants of inluence, nature of urban form comprehensive planning and implementation, zoning, general terms relating to development, State statutes, and local land used controls. (Same as SUR 266.) 2 Credits.

ADT 130 - Fundamentals of Green Architecture

This course will explore the fundamentals of sustainable strategies and green design as they relate to architectural design. Students will learn about sustainable building materials and methods of construction, as well as the social, economic and cultural implications of green design. 3 Credits.

ADT 201 - Introduction to Building Information Modeling

This course introduces students to building information modeling by providing them with the essential tools and concepts for using Autodesk Revit. Students will develop a project from conceptual design to construction documents in a hands-on, scenario-based learning environment. 3 Credits.

ADT 202 - Intermediate Building Information Modeling

This course covers a wide range of intermediate level topics in Autodesk Revit, continuing to build on the concepts introduced in the Introduction to Revit course. Prerequisite: ADT 201B. 3 Credits.

ADT 205 - Architectural Environmental Control Systems

This course will help students comprehend the principles of design relating to the creation of habitats that efficiently meet the needs of the intended occupant. Content will include general systems terminology and principles and green building construction. Prerequisites: ADT 107B and GEOG 103. 3 Credits.

ADT 210 - Residential Structural Technology

This course will help students to apply basic structural principles to problems encountered in the design and construction of residential and light commercial structures not exceeding two stories in height. Prerequisite: EGG 131 or PHYS 151. (Same as CONS 210B.) 3 Credits.

ADT 260 - Photoshop for Architecture

This course will focus on the architectural specific application of Photoshop as a rendering tool for both hand sketches and CAD drawings using Photoshop, to include: interior and exterior environments. Photoshop is Adobe’s flagship image editing software and has numerous uses in the design industry. Prerequisite: CADD 100. 3 Credits.

ADT 290 - Internship in Architectural Design Technology

Provide students the unique opportunity to work within selected firms/agencies of the Architectural Design industry, directed by a qualified professional and supervised by the instructor. One credit may be earned for each 5 hours worked per week, to a maximum of 4 credits total. Prerequisite: ADT 201B. 1-4 Credits.

(Posted 6 Nov 2011)
This schedule of classes is accurate at the time of posting, but is subject to change without notice.
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