BCN 2080C - Architectural Drafting and Design 1

Institution:

Palm Beach State College

Subject:

Description:

This course will introduce students to architectural graphic communication as well as to the fundamentals of design theory as it applies to human habitation and work relationships. The preliminary design processes, client influences on design, basic room relationships, and layouts. Basic plan symbols common to the field will be discussed and then applied to the design of a one-story residence and a two story light commercial building. Presentation floor plan techniques, roof types, materials and plans, and presentation elevations will be discussed. Students will prepare presentation floor plans and exterior elevation drawings of both a one-story residence and a two-story light commercial building, as well as a preliminary building section and roof plan of a residential project.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.palmbeachstate.edu/

Phone Number:

(561) 967-7222

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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