Chabot College/Las Positas College
April, 1993
Removed Fall 2006
Course Outline for Architecture 62
HOME DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
Catalog Description:
62 - Home Design and Construction Technology
2 units
Introduction to home concepts, design variations, estimating costs, financing, maintenance and
building contracts. 2 hours.
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:
1. demonstrate a basic understanding of the principles used in developing the design for a home,
including the floor plan, exterior treatment, electrical and mechanical systems, and decorating and
landscaping;
2. have a basic understanding of the methods of construction financing as well as a familiarity with
the various contracts, documents, and drawings involved in residential construction;
3. recognize home maintenance, repairs, and additions.
Course Content:
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Developing a program for space requirements in the new home
Developing the floor plan with regard to space requirements, terrain, orientation, and costs
Exterior treatments, good and poor residential design
Mechanical and electrical systems in the home
Equipment, decorating and landscaping
A brief study of residential building costs
Financing, bank, insurance company, Savings and Loan Company loans, points construction
loans, permanent loans, etc.
8. Contract documents, owner-contractor, sub-contracts, working drawings, specifications, liens, and
agreements
9. Home maintenance, repairs, and home additions
Methods of Presentation:
Lecture; blackboard and slide demonstration; samples of drawings and contracts.
Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
Quiz; final examination.
Textbook(s) (Typical):
Home, Witold Rybczynski, Penquin.
Special Student Materials:
Sketch pad, eraser, sketching pencils.
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ARCH 62 F93.doc