Hawaii Community College
Architectural, Engineering CAD Technologies
Course Syllabus, Spring 2013
Course:
AEC 120, Introduction to Construction Drawings
Credits:
3 lec/lab
Location:
Manono Campus, Building 380, Rm. 30
Class Times:
M
Instructor:
D. DeLuz
7:30-11:00, 12:00-1:00
Office:
Phone No.:
Email:
Office Hours:
Building 380, Rm. 31
934-2682
deluz@hawaii.edu
M, W 11:00 – 12:00
Course Description:
A study of the fundamentals of drafting, including residential building construction and
common architectural drawings. Topics include drafting equipment, lettering, line value,
symbolizing, dimensioning, projections, sectioning, pictorial drawing, architectural
representation, and the nature and scope of the drafting professional.
Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
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7.
Appropriately use the different line types and line weights as a means of
communication graphically.
Accurately dimension drawings used in standard construction related
drafting practice.
Demonstrate an understanding of the theories, methods, selection and use
of appropriate scales to develop the components of a complete set of
working drawings.
Identify and draw the carious material symbols used in standard
construction related drafting practice.
Demonstrate the proper mechanics, identification, and selection of
appropriate styles and sizes of hand lettering used in standard construction
related drafting practice.
Use the standard architectural representation techniques used in
construction related drafting practice.
Describe the contents and layout conventions of the components of a
complete set of working drawings.
Course Content:
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Architectural line types and line weights.
Architectural dimensioning standards.
Using an architectural scale.
Recognizing and using material symbols.
Architectural lettering techniques.
Drafting expression and techniques.
Draw a complete set of working documents.
Text:
Architectural Drawing and Light Constuction, eighth edition, by Edward
Muller and James G. Fausett.
Materials:
Manual drafting equipment and memory stick.
Reference:
Uniform Building Code, Architectural Graphic Standards, The
Professional Practice of Architectural Detailing, Construction
Materials, Types, Uses, Application, and Handouts
Evaluation:
Assignments:
Exams/Quiz:
90-100
80- 89
70- 79
60- 69
< 60
25%
25%
Attendance:
Work Attitude
25%
25%
A
B
C
D
F
**A COMPLETE SET OF WORKING DRAWINGS IS REQUIRED TO PASS AEC
120 AND MOVE ON TO THE THIRD SEMESTER.
Policies: See separate AEC classroom policies which applies to all AEC courses.
*Every student is expected to be familiar with and abide by the Hawaii Community College
Student Conduct Code. The Student Conduct Code states: "impermissible behavior...includes
that which directly or indirectly interferes with or disrupts the process of teaching, learning,
research, and administration." Refer to the college catalog for more information.
*Hawaii Community College is committed to provide equal access to the campus, course
information and activities for students who have disabilities.
If you have a documented disability and / or related access need, please contact the counselorʻs
office for assistance at 934-2720, hawccssc@hawaii.edu. The office is located on the Manono
Campus - Building 379.
*If you are a student who needs to have an accommodation, please discuss your needs with the
disabilities office and make your request in a timely manner.
*Hawaii Community College also has generalist counselors available if you have any issues
which may have a negative impact on your ability to successfully complete this course, and other
courses you are taking.
*Call 934-2720 if you have a need to see a generalist counselor.
HAWCC - INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILO’S)
1. Our graduates will be able to communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
2. Our graduates will be able to gather, evaluate and analyze ideas and information
to use in overcoming challenges, solving problems and making decisions.
3. Our graduates will develop the knowledge, skills and values to make contributions
to our community in a manner that respects diversity and Hawaiian culture.
AEC 120
1 Able to use the different line types and weights as a means of communication.
2 Create a complete set of working drawings.
3 Accurately scale and dimension a complete set of working drawings.