Hawaii Community College
Architectural, Engineering CAD Technologies
Course Syllabus, Spring 2013
Course:
AEC 144, CAD Options II
Credit:
1 lec/lab
Location:
Manono Campus, Building 3393, Rm. 104 (back of Campus)
Class Days/ Times:
W, 9:20pm – 11:00am
Instructor:
Mr. V. Rasgado
Office: Manono Campus, Bldg. 380, Rm. 31
Phone No.: 934-2680, or 934-2670 ATE Div.
Office Hours:W, 8:00am – 9:00am, by appointment &
R, 11:00am – 12:00n, by appointment
Email: _________________________@hawaii.edu
Course Description:
This course will introduce the student to the basic concepts of the Geographic Information
System (GIS) that stores, edits, analyzes, shares, and displays geographic information using
database technology. Also included are the fundamentals and application of the Global
Positioning System (GPS), which uses satellites for not only navigation, but for data
gathering of points, lines, features, areas, etc.
Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1.
List different industries/fields of studies, which utilize GIS in their work.
2.
Explain the purpose of how these fields use this system.
3.
Describe terminology common to graphic information systems.
4.
Use basic functions of a GPS device.
5.
Survey polygons using the GPS device.
Course Content:
1.
Fundamentals of the Geographic Information Systems:
a.
Points
b.
Lines
c.
Polygons
d.
Other attributes, etc.
2.
Fundamentals of the Global Positioning Systems:
a.
Field survey for data gathering.
b.
Location of points, lines, and polygons.
c.
Enter gathered information into ArcGIS or ArcView, by ESRI.
d.
Produce map assignments and data sets.
Internet research: Conduct website research of various information and activities involving GIS.
Attire:
Appropriate and proper attire is mandatory daily. All students must wear covered
shoes, long pants (jeans or other), and a t-shirt at minimum.
Additional options: shade hat, sunscreen, rain gear, etc., as may be needed.
Evaluation:
Assignments:
Exams/Quiz:
Standard Course Grading scale:
40%
40%
Attendance:
Employment Readiness:
90-100
80- 89
70- 79
60- 69
< 60
A
B
C
D
F
10%
10%
Outdoor field work: To be announced. The standard University liability waiver agreement is
required for any off-campus activity.
See AEC website at: www.hawaii.hawaii.edu/aec for Program Learning Outcomes
Student Conduct & Policies: See separate AEC Classroom Policies applicable in all AEC courses plus
HawCC Student Conduct Code shall also apply to each student throughout enrollment in the AEC
program. Refer to the college catalog or website for more information on the Student Conduct
Code: http://hawaii.hawaii.edu/ovcadmin/admin-manual/haw7-101.pdf
College Academics, Financial Assistance & Procedures: Students are responsible for continual status
updates in college areas such as AEC program curriculum requirements, graduation requirements, Star
for Students, Financial Aid, etc., as policies may change frequently.
Advising, Support Services, & HA`AWI KOKUA Assistance, and other services available to students.
See HawCC catalog and website: www.hawaii.hawaii.edu
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 Counselor for the Ha`awi Kokua
Program 934-2725, Their office is located on the Manono Campus - Building 388, Room
106. If you are a student who needs to have an accommodation, please discuss your needs
with the disabilities office.
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/program, and other
courses you are taking. Call 934-2720 if you have a need to see a generalist counselor. Students
may contact: Karen Crowell, Counselor: kcrowell@hawaii.e or call: 934-2720 to make an
appointment. Office location: Bldg. 379, Rm. 5A