ENRD 2670 - Intro to 3 D Architectural Design

Academic Division:

Business, Industry and Technology

Academic Discipline:

Engineering Design

Assistant Dean: Vincent Palombo PhD

3 Credit(s)
This is a course in Architectural Design using 3D parametric software. The student will create 3D buildings from basic 2D sketches using parametric dimensioning and constraints. Elevation views and cross sections will be created from the 3D building. Lights and furniture will be placed. The student will also create realistic presentation view and plot the finished results. UG

2 Lab Hour(s)

2 Lecture Hour(s);

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcomes	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Demonstrate basic understanding of Architectural blueprints.	Weekly homework assignments, CAD modeling assignments, presentations and exams.
2. Apply and use the terminology related to the building construction.	Weekly homework assignments, CAD modeling assignments, presentations and exams. Research and give presentation of a major Architectural Style.
3. Identify the people involved in the construction industry.	Research, interview, and give oral presentation to peers. Role play various occupations integral to Architecture and Construction.
4. Identify the origin, development and use of common building materials.	Weekly homework assignments, CAD modeling assignments, presentations and exams.
5. Compare methods of construction used in buildings.	Weekly homework assignments, CAD modeling assignments, presentations and exams.
6. Use parametric building design software to complete construction model and documents.	Weekly homework assignments, CAD modeling assignments, presentations and exams.
7. Use parametric building design software to complete MEP documents (Mechanical, electrical and plumbing).	Weekly homework assignments, CAD modeling assignments, presentations and exams.
8. Use parametric building design software to complete a project applying BIM (Building Information Modeling).	Weekly homework assignments, CAD modeling assignments, presentations and exams. Assessment of Final project: construction plan; Architectural prints; including floor plans, elevations, and MEP; graphic media; builders spec sheets; marketing materials.

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

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