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  • ACT 104: Community Construction Applications

    4.00 Credits
    Henry Ford College

    (4 Credit Hours) This is a basic course in which the student studies the design and construction of residential projects. Projects may include wood decks and patios, sheds, garages, or other community service related projects. Along with functional, aesthetic, climatic, and cost considerations, the influence and structural characteristics of various materials are evaluated. Each student also experiences the actual construction of a typical project at a predetermined residential site.
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  • ACT 110: Introduction to Architecture

    3.00 Credits
    Henry Ford College

    This is a basic course using architectural drafting techniques and sketching to explore various topics related to the architecture/ construction industry. Topics will include architectural history, building codes, basic urban development, sketching, geometric construction, floor plans, elevations, building sections, details, and blue print reading.
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  • ACT 116: Basic Architectural CAD

    4.00 Credits
    Henry Ford College

    A basic course in computer-aided drafting with an emphasis on architectural applications. Topics include drawing setup, draw and edit commands, hatching, dimensioning, creating and editing blocks, model pace, paper space and plotting. The efficient use of CAD in the architectural industry is also covered as it relates to each assignment. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in ACT 110 is recommended, but not required.
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  • ACT 124: Construction Systems

    4.00 Credits
    Henry Ford College

    A basic course in which the student studies residential construction materials and proper installation methods with reference to geographical location, cost and material selection. The focus is on reading and working from blueprints and working with traditional hand and power tools. Students learn building layout procedures using the level and transit, as well as foundation, floor, wall-framing materials and systems. Lab work includes small-scale concrete construction and rough frame construction of a wood frame house in a controlled environment.
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  • ACT 130: Architectural Graphics

    3.00 Credits
    Henry Ford College

    A basic course in architectural drawing in which the student studies architectural freehand sketching, elevation rendering techniques, shade and shadow and perspective drawing methods used in architectural renderings. The student also becomes acquainted with the use of various drawing media and color.
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  • ACT 136: Intermediate Architectural CAD

    4.00 Credits
    Henry Ford College

    An intermediate level course continuing the study of computer-aided drafting with an emphasis on architectural applications. Topics covered include using external reference drawings, creating, editing and extracting block attributes, model and paper space layout, threedimensional coordinate systems, three-dimensional viewing, creating and editing 3-D solid and surface models, basic 3-D rendering including cameras, lights and materials. Prerequisites: ACT 116
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  • ACT 150: Residential Detailing

    3.00 Credits
    Henry Ford College

    An intermediate-level course continuing the study and drawing of residential details. Emphasis is on accepted architectural practice and building codes as the e to site plans, stairway details, interior elevations, kitchen and bath layout, door and window details, building sections and other typical residential details. Prerequisites: ACT 110 and ACT 116
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  • ACT 175: Environmental Building Systems

    4.00 Credits
    Henry Ford College

    This is an intermediate-level course designed to introduce students to the layout and design of residential mechanical and electrical systems. Specific areas to be covered include water supply and disposal systems, electrical and lighting systems, heating, ventilation and air conditioning. Given the appropriate design data, the student will be required to prepare typical mechanical, electrical and plumbing drawings. This course also includes a discussion of codes, materials, and fixtures as it relates to each assignment. Prerequisites: ACT 116
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  • ACT 190: Architecture/Construction Technology Co-op

    1.00 Credits
    Henry Ford College

    (1 Credit Hour) An advanced-level course offering practical work experience within the Architecture/Construction Technology field through participation in a supervised cooperative education program. This course integrates work experience with classroom instruction. Prerequisites: ACT 150 and permission of the Cooperative Education Specialist. Note: Co-op is avaliable for the Fall, Winter, and Spring/Summer semesters (Spring/Summer is a full 15-week semester). Placements may be days, evenings or weekends depending on employer needs.
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  • ACT 205: Advanced Architectural CAD

    4.00 Credits
    Henry Ford College

    An advanced-level course utilizing specific architectural programming including third-party software. Emphasis is on using CAD efficiently to complete and present architectural concepts. Topics include creating and editing wall styles, manipulating door and window styles, drawing three-dimensional roof systems, extracting schedule data, generating elevation and section views and three-dimensional presentation techniques. Prerequisites: ACT 136
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