AEC 115 - Introduction to Architecture

Institution:

Hawaii Community College

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Description:

PreReq: Placement in Eng 20R or in ESL 9 Recommended: Placement in Eng 22, keyboarding skills, access to a computer with Internet Designed for students interested in the architectural field. Overview of the architectural profession includes professional ethics, industry organizational structure, licensing and its educational requirements, typical framework of architectural firms, compensation, model codes, awarding of contracts and legal requirements for construction projects, project administration, professional organizations, and career opportunities in related fields. Covers the work of significant architects and the importance of the creative thinking process and its application to basic design theory. Exercises emphasize the development of basic skills used in the design of simplified architectural projects. (4 lec/lab hrs.)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

hawaii.hawaii.edu

Phone Number:

(808) 934-2500

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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