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1.00 Credits
A seminar structured to prepare managers and leaders for careers in industry with emphasis on home furnishings, construction, and design. A highly interactive, open course with limited enrollment and guest speakers. Two-hour seminar, one day per week. The course includes an all day trip to the High Point furniture market. Graded on an S/U basis.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of evolving biofuel technologies such as biodiesel, alcohol, cellulose products, and methane which are being developed to displace depleting fossil fuels (diesel, gasoline, natural gas, and coal). This course will introduce students to the basic concepts, tools, techniques, and materials needed to assess, design, and construct biofuels technology systems. Coursework will include multimedia presentations, lectures, discussions, films, field trips, homework, guest-speakers, and laboratory activities. Topics include: internal combustion engine technology, biodiesel chemistry and physical properties, combined heat-power systems, materials compatibility, by-products, closed-loop designs, energy balance, life cycle assessment, ASTM specifications, fuel analysis, feedstocks, biofuels and agriculture, biofuels in developing countries, ethanol, cellulosic ethanol, biogas and landfill gas, and eco-industrial models. [Duallisted with TEC 5700.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the complex ways in which buildings actually interact with their environment. Particular issues include how moisture problems occur, how to protect building occupants from poor health due to indoor air quality, how to prevent building durability problems, and how to provide more energy efficient and comfortable buildings for clients. The course shows students how to use diagnostic equipment, such as blower doors, duct leakage testing devices, indoor air quality measurement devices, and air flow detection equipment. The course also emphasizes translating technical materials into concise written reports, as well as comprehensive written reports. Prerequisites: TEC 2708 and TEC 2718, MAT 1020 or higher, or permission of the instructor. (WRITING; CROSS-DISCIPLINARY; NUMERICAL DATA) (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010.) [Dual-listed with TEC 5708.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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3.00 Credits
This course will introduce students to a variety of software packages for modeling the performance of renewable energy systems, and will help them develop proficiency in their use. Software packages may include Excel, FChart, PVFChart, BLCC, HOMER, WindCAD, RETScreen, and ARCReader. Students will study how to predict the performance of a variety of solar heating technologies, photovoltaics, wind turbines, and solar house designs. The economics and environmental benefits of renewable energy systems will also be explored. File formats and memory allocation schemes, as they relate to understanding data storage, will be discussed. Effective problem solving skills will be emphasized throughout the course. Prerequisite: TEC 3601. (COMPUTER) [Dual-listed with TEC 5711.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the mechanics of managing construction projects and personnel. Organizational structures, required licenses, codes, permits, safety requirements, personnel management, customer relations, scheduling, accounting, insurance, and financing are addressed. Special attention is given to the use of computer software, such as spreadsheets and scheduling programs, for construction management activities. Prerequisites: MAT 1025 or higher, TEC 2708, TEC 2718, TEC 3038, TEC 3718, and basic knowledge of computer word processing, Internet procedures, and spreadsheets. (NUMERICAL DATA; COMPUTER) (ND Prerequisite: passing the math placement test or successful completion of MAT 0010.) [Dual-listed with TEC 5718.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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3.00 Credits
This is an advanced level course exploring the broad field of architectural building design. It investigates the details of buildings, from structural elements to decorative components. Students have the opportunity to learn a variety of design development techniques, including manual drafting, sketching and rendering, computer-aided drafting and design (CADD), and model building. Required course projects include a full set of construction drawings for a commercial building using CADD software, as well as a rendering and model of the building. Prerequisite: TEC 3728. (COMPUTER) [Dual-listed with TEC 5728.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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4.00 Credits
This course builds on previous courses in construction technology and architectural design to demonstrate to the student how to integrate the myriad aspects of architecture - from art to environment to materials to spaces to construction - into successful building designs. The course stresses application of design fundamentals to building design, but emphasizes the key elements of buildability, efficiency, durability and indoor air quality. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. Prerequisites: TEC 4708 and TEC 4728.
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4.00 Credits
This course serves as the capstone course for the major in Building Sciences with a concentration in Architectural Technology and Design. The course proceeds through the entire architectural design process during the semester, culminating in the design of a structurally sound, efficient, durable, high performance building that meets all relevant building codes. Lecture two hours, laboratory four hours. Prerequisites: TEC 3038, TEC 3718, TEC 3738, and TEC 4738. Corequisite: TEC 4718.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the complex process of planning for construction projects. The course covers project planning and scheduling, determining and leveling project resources, estimating, budgeting, and cost control for construction projects. Special attention will be given to the use of specialized scheduling software for construction management activities. Prerequisites: MAT 1025 or higher, TEC 2708, TEC 2718, TEC 3038, and TEC 3718. [Dual-listed with TEC 5758.] Dual-listed courses require senior standing; juniors may enroll with permission of the department.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an in-depth study of the administrative aspects of construction projects. Topics covered include organizational structures, required licenses, taxes, codes, permits, safety requirements, personnel management, customer relations, value engineering, insurance, accounting, and financing. Prerequisites: MAT 1025 or higher, TEC 2708, TEC 2718, TEC 3038, and TEC 3718. Prerequisite or corequisite: TEC 4758.
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