Course Catalog - Architectural Drafting & Design

Architectural Drafting & Design

Business & Industry Endorsement

PR: Prerequisite   |   CR: Credit for Course   |   SEM: Semesters   |   LC: Local Credit

(It is recommended students follow the program of study sequence level 1-4 as outlined by TEA.)

Level 1: Principles of Construction M #8096

Principles of Construction is intended to provide an introduction and lay a solid foundation for those students entering the construction or craft skilled areas. The course provides a strong knowledge of construction safety, construction mathematics, and common hand and power tools.

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 2: Architectural Design I M #8105

A focus on design, design history, techniques, and tools related to the production of drawings, renderings, and scaled models for commercial or residential architectural purposes.

PR: Algebra I & English I

SEM: 2 CR: 1

Level 3: Architectural Design II M #8147

Students acquire the advanced knowledge of design, design history, design techniques, and tools related to the production of drawings, renderings, and scaled models for commercial or residential architectural purposes. Students gain knowledge and skills specific to those needed to prepare for a postsecondary degree or entry into an architecture or construction related field.

PR: Architectural Design I & Geometry

SEM: 2 CR: 2

Level 4: Practicum in Architectural Design M #8172

A course designed to provide technical instruction in architectural design. Safety and career opportunities are included in addition to work ethics and architectural design study. Instruction may be delivered through laboratory training, independent study, or career preparation arrangements.

PR: Architectural Design II

SEM: 2 CR: 2