The Woodlands High School
Conroe Independent School District
COURSE SYLLABUS
Principles of Architecture and Construction
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
In Principles of Architecture and Construction,
students will be provided with an overview to
the various fields of Architecture, interior
design, construction science, and construction
technology. Students will use self-knowledge,
educational and career information to set and
achieve realistic career and educational goals.
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CREDIT
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1 Credit Hour
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PREREQUISITES
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This course is recommended for students in
Grades 9-12.
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INSTRUCTOR
Eliseo Garcia III
Office: (936) 709-1200
Email: eligarcia@conroeisd.net
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COURSE OUTCOMES
In completing this course, you will:
 Read
technical
drawings
and
documents to plan a project.
 Read and understand industry-specific
terminology.
 Study regulations and code to identify
those applicable to the local area.
Locate and implement regulations and codes
applicable to tasks and projects.
Use industry-specific verbal and visual skills to
accomplish effective communication.
Interpret blueprints to assist with project planning.
Recognize information on blueprints and
drawings.
Recognize different classifications of drawings.
Interpret and use drawing dimensions.
Perform mathematical operations to complete
tasks such as estimating materials and supplies.
Write Reports and documents such as estimated,
permits, memos, and technical reports.
Use available resources and materials effectively
to complete a project or resolve a problem.
Provide a project update to keep stakeholders up
to date.
Use technology tools specific to architecture and
construction to access, manage, integrate, and
create information.
Plan, organize, schedule, and manage a project or
job to optimize workflow sequence.
Establish project goals in order to meet project
specifications and deadlines.
Apply industry standards and practices in order to
incorporate quality into projects.
Practice safety rules and regulations.
Use and maintain appropriate tools, machines and
equipment to accomplish project goals.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
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#2 Pencils
Drafting Dots or Masking tape
Notebook
Because there is no secure storage location for
books and supplies in the lab, students must
bring their supplies to class everyday. Any
items left in the lab will be turned over the
"Lost and Found" in the bookroom.
GRADING
Grades are based on:
Daily Work
20 %
(Chapter assignments, worksheets, and all assignments
completed in one day)
Quiz
25%
(Labs, sketchbooks, presentations, rough drafts, quizzes)
TEXTBOOK
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Instructional Workbook for
Architecture and Construction
Graphics
Authors:
Paul Wallach
Publisher: Hearlihy
Major
55%
(Tests, Major projects, and all assignments that require
several days to complete)
ASSIGNMENTS
ATTENDANCE EXPECTATIONS
A student will be given the opportunity to
make up work missed. It is the responsibility
of the student to request and complete any
assignments or tests missed because of the
absence.
Students who miss class for an approved
school activity are to notify the teacher in
advance concerning the possibility of
completing the tests or assignments before the
class is missed.
All assignments/projects will be turned in at the end of
the class period in which they are due. Assignments are
not turned in early, but are collected the day they are due.
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Daily work that is assigned as homework will not
be accepted late for full credit. Homework may
be accepted late for a maximum grade of 50% by
the next class meeting.
Major long term assignments will be accepted late
for a 10% penalty per school day for a maximum
of five school days.
Remediation and re-assessment activity will be
provided when the grade falls below a 75 on a
major grade. A maximum value of 75 will be
received on the assessment. A minimum of one
re-assessment per nine weeks will be assigned.
Late work will not be accepted after Wednesday on
the week ending the grading period.
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Plagiarism / Cheating Policy
If you are caught cheating, copying or
plagiarism everyone involved will receive an
automatic grade of zero for that
assignment/test, no exceptions.
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Academic Dishonesty (cheating)
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1st Offense Grade of zero, SDH (4 hours)
2nd Grade of zero, SDH (4 hours)
3rd Grade of zero, 3 days SAC
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Lab Rules and Regulations
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Food and drinks are not permitted.
No student will be excused from arriving
late to class without a pass.
All students must be in their assigned seat
when the tardy bell rings.
Students must remain in their assigned
seat at all times unless authorized by the
teacher.
No talking in class unless it pertains to
assignment.
Profanity or Vulgarity of any kind will not
be tolerated.
All assignments must be turned in on time
to the teacher.
No student will be allowed to leave class
to go to their locker or office after class
has begun.
Cheating and/or Plagiarism will not be
tolerated.
Misuse or Destruction of Equipment or
Supplies will result in disciplinary action.
Copying or installing of programs will
result in disciplinary action.
Deleting, renaming, moving, or changing
system files will result in disciplinary
action.
Unauthorized duplication or use of
licensed software is not permitted.
Assignments that display obscenities, advertise or
promote alcoholic beverages, narcotics, tobacco, or
other prohibited substances are not permitted.
Cell Phones must be turned off and out of view.
MP3 players, Radios, or CD Players are not permitted
in class.
Sleeping in class will result in disciplinary action.
No game playing (this includes cards, handheld
electronic games, computer games, and games on
calculators).
No Internet use unless it pertains to your assignment.
Conroe Independent School District is not responsible for
damage to personal equipment due to viruses.
STUDENT SUCCESS
Your success in this class is dependent on the time that
you put into it and your skills. The skills that I feel are
necessary to achieve success in this class are:
1. Time Management
2. Following directions
3. Test taking
4. Reading Textbooks
5. Note Taking
6. Attending class
7. Turning in assignments
8. Dedicated attention to detail.
AFTER SCHOOL LAB
Computer Labs will be available for student use after
school from 2:30 until 4:00 on the following days:
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Green Days
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CONROE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Public Notification of Nondiscrimination in
Career and Technical Education Programs
1. Conroe ISD offers Career and Technical Education programs in cosmetology, agrisciences, building trades, auto
mechanics, computer technology, computer repair, marketing, business, criminal justice and family & consumer science.
Admission to these programs is based on interest in subject, required prerequisites, and teacher referral.
2. It is the policy of Conroe ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its
vocational programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX
of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
3. It is the policy of Conroe ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its
employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education
Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of
1973, as amended.
4. Conroe ISD will take steps to assure the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and
participation in all educational and vocational programs.
5. For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Carrie Galatas and/or the
Section 504 Coordinator, Mary K. Albright. Conroe Independent School District; 3205 W Davis; Conroe, TX 77304; Ph:
936-709-7751 / 832-482-6751.
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DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE CONROE (Conroe ISD)
Aviso Público sobre No Discriminar al Solicitar Programas Educativos de Carreras
Técnicas y Carreras Cortas
1. Conroe ISD ofrece programas vocacionales en cosmetología, agrociencias, construcción, mecánica automotriz,
tecnología informática, reparación de computadoras, comercialización (marketing), administración de empresas, derecho
penal (criminal justice) y biociencias. La admisión a estos programas se basa en el interés por la materia, el
cumplimiento de algunos pre-requisitos y la recomendación de los maestros.
2. Es política de Conroe ISD no hacer ningún tipo de discriminación por raza, color, lugar de origen, sexo o discapacidad,
respecto de sus programas, servicios o actividades vocacionales, tal como lo exige el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos
Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; el Título IX sobre Emmiendas Educativas, de 1972, y la Sección 504 de la Ley de
Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda.
3. Es política de Conroe ISD no hacer ningún tipo de discriminación por raza, color, lugar de origen, sexo o discapacidad,
respecto de sus procedimientos de contratación de empleo, tal como lo exige el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles
de 1964, según enmienda; el Título IX sobre Emmiendas Educativas, de 1972; el Acta de Discriminación por Edad de
1975 y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda.
4. Conroe ISD tomará las medidas necesarias para garantizar que la carencia de habilidades lingüísticas de la lengua
inglesa del estudiante no será un obstáculo para ser admitido y participar en todos los programas educativos y
vocacionales.
5. Para mayor información sobre sus derechos o los procedimientos para poner una queja, comuníquese con el Coordinador
del Título IX, Carrie Galatas y/o el Coordinador de la Sección 504, Mary K. Allbright. Conroe Independent School
District; 3205 W Davis; Conroe, TX 77304; Ph: 936-709-7751 / 832-482-6751.
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