31410385Construction Drawing
Course Information
Description
In this course, students create three dimensional building models using Sketch Up and a building information modeling software such as Chief Architect. Those models will then be used to create construction documents.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies
  1. Interpret construction documents
    Assessment Strategies
    Written and oral assignment given a set of construction drawings
    Criteria
    Differentiate between the various types of drawings within construction documents
    Identify project information from title block
    Select correct materials per specifications and keynotes
    Create a material takeoff list from construction drawings
    Measure dimensions within 100% accuracy
    Determine roof slope
    Apply interpretation to construction layout
    Layout accurately reflects drawings
    Determine appropriate scales for different drawing types
    Explain the importance of construction drawings and specifications as contractually binding documents

  2. Differentiate between the basic types of construction drawings and their uses
    Assessment Strategies
    Class Exercise
    Written Product - Drawing
    Quiz or Exam
    Criteria
    Identify the three primary views on orthographic drawings
    Identify the difference between orthographic and isometric drawings
    Explain the process for constructing orthographic and isometric drawing
    Identify the uses of orthographic and isometric drawings in construction practice

  3. Produce hand sketched and hand drafted architectural drawings
    Assessment Strategies
    Written product - drawing
    Class Exercise
    Quiz or Exam
    Criteria
    Use grid paper to produce proportional sketches
    Use architect's scale to produce scaled drawings
    Apply dimensioning standards that follow given drawing conventions
    Apply different line styles and weights following given drawing conventions
    Drawing includes construction components
    Sketched drawing includes clear lines
    Sketched drawing communicates concept accurately
    Sketched drawing includes labels with keynotes
    Hand drafted drawing is 100% accurate
    Hand drafted drawing includes keynotes that follow a given formalized system
    Hand drafted drawing includes descriptive title and scale

  4. Produce digitally drafted drawings and 3D models for a house plan
    Assessment Strategies
    Class Exercise
    Digital product -3D model file
    Written product - drawing house plan set
    Oral Presentation
    Criteria
    Apply digital file naming and management following a given system
    Use drawing and modeling commands within the modeling software
    Apply dimensioning tools to create dimensioned construction plans following drawing conventions
    3D digital model includes construction components
    Drawing sheets follow given drawing conventions
    Drawing details include keynotes that follow a given formalized system
    Construction components are sized within 100% accuracy
    Plan set matches existing house with one area redesigned by student
    Plan set conforms to industry practices for layout, keynotes, title, dimensioning
    Plan set notations relate to code requirements
    Plan set includes required views (foundation plan, floor plan, roof plan, elevations, sections, details
    Student speaks clearly so others can understand
    Student verbally describes the model

  5. Document skills and work achievements to enhance job-seeking preparedness in the construction industry
    Assessment Strategies
    Portfolio
    Criteria
    Portfolio includes at least three electronic images related to skills in this course
    Portfolio includes at least one drawing representing your best work
    Portfolio includes summary of skills used in project work
    Portfolio is accessible electronically