Course - 110103 PRINCIPLES OF ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION (13004200)
Grades 9 - 12 Prerequisite - None
The Principles of Architecture, Interior Design, and Construction is an introductory course that is available for all students in grades 9 thru 12. There is no prerequisite to take this course. The course will give a general introduction regarding the disciplines of architecture, interior design, and construction. If you have any questions regarding this course please contact your counselor or instructor.
Course Objectives
Architecture / Interior Design
Business Etiquette
​Business etiquette is not just knowing what to discuss during a business dinner or how to address colleagues; it is a way of presenting yourself in such a way that you will be taken seriously. This involves demonstrating that you have the self-control necessary to be good at your job, expressing a knowledge of business situations and having the ability to make other comfortable around you. Poor business etiquette can cost you the trust of your workers and your customers, and the loss of valuable business opportunities.
We will discuss Courtesy, Networking, Communication, Dress Attire and Appearance, Peers/Subordinates/Superiors.
Introduction of Architecture
The objective of this lecture is to provide a broad overview of the discipline of architecture: its history, theories, methodologies; its manners of thinking and working. Rather than a chronological survey, the course will be organized thematically, with examples drawn from a range of historical periods as well as contemporary practice. Through lectures, readings, and discussions every student will acquire a working knowledge of key texts, buildings and architectural concepts.
Introduction of Interior Design
Interior Design is a field that blends creative expression with practical application. This lecture introduces the profession, its history, and its related specialties and disciplines. Slide-illustrated lectures and discussions help you develop an awareness of the basic principles of design and aesthetics by studying the work of past and present designers and architects.
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Many people use the terms "interior design" and "interior decorating" interchangeably, but these professions differ in critical ways.
Interior design is the art and science of understanding people's behavior to create functional spaces within a building. Decoration is the furnishing or adorning of a space with fashionable or beautiful things. In short, interior designers may decorate, but decorators do not design.
Education of an Architect and Interior Designer
Students will learn the requirements needed to become a registered architect and licensed interior designer. We will learn about the NAAB, NCARB, AIA, and the ARE Exams required for all registered architect. Students wanting to become interior designers will learn abou the ASID and NCIDQ Exam.
Professional Practice for Architecture and Interior Design
Students will explore the practical aspects of the business of design, including business formats, firm structure, creating a business plan and marketing plan, the legal aspects of the profession, fee estimating, proposal writing, collecting fees, record keeping, and ways to limit your liability. The role of project management and the duties of the project manager are also addressed
Reading Construction Documents
Interior architects and designers must be able to communicate their design to contractors. This course introduces a process through which ideas can be documented. By producing a complete and correct set of working drawings, from plans through details and specifications, you gain an understanding of this process and prepare the documents necessary for the construction phase of a project
Construction
Introduction to Construction Industry
Characteristics of the construction industry; types of construction companies; contracts; people involved in a project, their responsibilities and interrelationships; evolution of a project; interpreting working drawings; construction bonds; contract documents.
Construction Materials and Method
Materials, methods and sequences of the construction process; emphasis on design, specification, purchase and use of concrete, masonry and wood. Analysis of materials and methods used in the design and construction of buildings with a particular emphasis on structures using structural steel reinforced concrete and dimensional framing lumber.
Structural Systems
Introduction to the physical principles that govern classical statics and strengths of materials through the design of timber and steel components of architectural structures
Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems in Construction
Building environmental systems with a major emphasis on the design and control of the heating, ventilation and cooling system, site planning and acoustical treatments. Building environmental systems with major emphasis on the design of plumbing and drainage systems, electrical, fire and lightening protection and lighting
Construction Project Management
An introduction to construction project management covering concepts of project selection, estimating bidding, scheduling, subcontracting practices, cost controls, project documentation, construction bonds, insurance, payments and the elements of close out; development of professional communication skills through prepared multi-media presentations
