Hawaii Community College
Architectural, Engineering CAD Technologies
Course Syllabus, Spring 2013
Course:
AEC 123, Residential Planning and Design
Credits:
3 lec/lab
Location:
Manono Campus, Building 380, Rm. 30
Class Times:
W
R
Instructor:
D. DeLuz
7:00-11:00
9:00–10:00
Office:
Phone No.:
Email:
Office Hours:
Building 380, Rm. 31
934-2682
deluz@hawaii.edu
M, W 11:00 – 12:00
Course Description:
Architectural design concepts, application of Auto Cad, study models, sketching, and
group critiqued presentations of design will be introduced. Application of AEC 118,
110C, and 120 are incorporated. A structural model of a three-bedroom residence will be
constructed.
Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
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Identify and discuss design principles.
Identify wind direction, view, sunrise sunset, and other factors that
influence building design for a particular property.
Evaluate site for excavation, access and construction.
Develop professional quality preliminary plans and elevations.
Demonstrate creativity and good construction craftsmanship in the
construction of the model.
Verbally and creatively present your design to the class for critique.
Effectively participate in critiques.
Critically evaluate his/her design.
Meet production deadlines.
Course Content:
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Design fundamentals
Site, orientation, and environmental influences.
Design development process.
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Preliminary bubbles.
Site plan, floor plan, and elevation.
Project presentation and critique.
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
Policies:
25%
25%
Attendance:
Work Attitude
25%
25%
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B
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D
F
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 123
1 Identify different factors that influence building designs.
2 Create preliminary plans and elevations for critique.
3 Demonstrate good construction craftsmanship in the construction of the
model.