ARCT 212 Architectural Presentation
Techniques
3 Credits
This course is designed to introduce student to the concepts,
practices, standards, and drafting techniques needed for architectural presentations.
Graphic communication, perspective drawing, projection, and introduction of
color media as tools for the architectural designer are also discussed.
Each student will also compile a portfolio of work showcasing
your work in the Architectural Drafting & Estimating program.
ARCT 101
At Least 2/3 of your course work should be completed as you will
compile your portfolio during this course.
Knowledge of basic computer operations and file management.
Basic understanding of general drafting practices using both hand tools and
CAD
Textbooks and Software and Other Materials
Book - Architectural Drafting and Design, 4th ed. Jefferis
and Madsen, Delmar Publishers, Inc
Software -- Adobe PhotoShop Elements 6.0
Google SketchUp6
Projections Worksheets and Pre-Printed Render Sheets
Watercolor Paint (tubes)
Variable sizes of sable paint brushes
Chalk pastels (your choice)
Colored Pencils (Water)
Sketching Paper
Contact Coleen at the NDSCS Bookstore for the most current textbook
information (1-800-342-4325, ext 2239 or coleen.thoe@ndscs.nodak.edu).
You may also visit the Bookstore web site at http://www.ndscsbooks.com/
and search for book information by class by clicking the "Textbook"
tab.
Software: Microsoft Word is needed for all online classes. If
additional software is needed for a particular course, it will be indicated
in the online course schedule.
Instructional Media
PowerPoint slide shows
Procedure handouts and worksheets
Lecture/ Demonstration Videos
Photoshop Elements 6.0 software
Sketch-Up Software
Revit Software
Email: Students taking online classes from NDSCS also need a
working email account. Be sure email address is updated in student record in
PeopleSoft system.
Internet Access required. High speed Internet service is highly
recommended. If students are unable to get high speed service, an alternate
site may be needed to view some of the course components.
1) 2-Point Prespective Drawing Techniques
- Distinguish between orthographic and perspective projection.
- Define common perspective terms and abbreviations, including ground line
(G.L.), horizon line (H.L.), picture plane (P.P.), station point (S.P.), true-height
line (T.H.L.), and vanishing point (V.P.).
- Complete introductory plates and visualize changes in the perspective object
as the Station Point, Vanishing Points and the Plan View of the object changes
2) Team Building
- Identify team building skills
- Identify roles of team members
- Identify team organizational skills
- Explore Consensus decision making
- Identify ways to giving effective praise in the workplace
- Test your business etiquette
- Identify a model for initiating conflict resolution
- Create a team PowerPoint project
3) 2-Point Prespective Drawing Techniques
- Complete drawing plates of various shapes and visualize the changes in the
perspective object as the Station Point, Vanishing Points and the Plan View
of the object changes.
4) 2-Point Prespective Drawing Techniques
- Complete plates of buildings with windows, doors, dormers, etc. and visualize
the changes in the perspective object as the Station Point, Vanishing Points
and the Plan View of the object changes.
5) 2-Point Advanced Prespective Drawing Techniques
- Complete house plates with the introduction of roof overhangs and visualize
the changes in the perspective object as the Station Point, Vanishing Points
and the Plan View of the object changes.
6) 1-Point Prespective Drawing Techniques
- Complete plates of various shapes and visualize the changes in the perspective
object as the Station Point, Vanishing Points and the Plan View of the object
changes.
7) Introduction to Color
- This session will have you become acquainted with the aspects of watercolor
from terminology, mixing, and proper application.
8) Architectural Rendering
- Produce Professional Quality Renderings
9) Architectural Rendering using Water Color
- In this session you will apply watercolor to renderings in a professional
manner.
10) Architectural Rendering using Chalk Pastels
- In this session you will apply chalk/pastels to renderings in a professional
manner.
11) Architectural Rendering using Colored Pencils
- In this session you will apply colored pencil to renderings in a professional
manner.
12) Portfolio Planning
- In this session you will start to organize, compile and get your portfolio
content ready the creation of a paper portfolio and an oral presentation portfolio.
This information will help you get ready for job searches and interviews.
13) Rendering AutoCad® drawings using PhotoShop
- Bring AutoCad® files into Photo Shop and add color and entourage
15) Portfolio
- Description
15) Choice Render
- Create a professional render of your choice
- Floor plan, entire house or just part, elevation, or perspective with entourage,
using Photoshop techniques of textures and layer styles
Grading
Your performance in this course will be based upon the performance
objectives. Points will be given and converted to percentage points. Grades
will be based on the following.
100.00% to 90.00% = A
89.99% to 80.00% = B
79.99% to 70.00% = C
69.99% to 60.00% = D
Below 60.00% = F
Students should estimate approximately three hours of course work
per credit per week for NDSCS classes. For example, a three-credit class may
require approximately nine hours of work time a week for the student. This amount
may vary by class and by student.
Policies and Procedures
Assignments are given in the course for completion
in your textbook as well as other appropriate projects. Please follow the order
of chapter completion as presented in the Schedule. Assignments within each
unit are due within the time frame listed in the Class Schedule. Assignments
not completed by the specified deadline may have 10% of grade points deducted
at the instructor's discretion.
Participation in threaded discussions ARE REQUIRED.
When a threaded discussion is posted you will have a specific time period in
which to participate. Make sure to make a posting relevant to the discussion
topic - and then respond to other students. Discussions will be closed on a
specific date, so make sure to participate in the discussion before it closes.
Points will be earned in the gradebook for your participation in the assigned
discussions.
NDSCS online students should be aware of various policies and
procedures such as those listed below.
Attendance
- Students are expected to log into their online classes frequently during each
week of the semester and to submit course work on time to meet due dates set
by the instructors. Attendance and class participation is monitored and students
not submitting work in their online classes may be dropped from the class. Review
the Attendance Policy for further details.
Computer
Access - It is the student's responsibility to maintain access to a working
computer and Internet connection to keep up in online class assignments. Because
computer problems do occur, students should have a plan for alternative computer
access in case of computer problems. Students will be able to access their online
classes from any computer with an Internet connection.
Refund
Policy/Withdrawal Refund Schedule
Academic Calendar
- Online classes follow the same calendar as regular on-campus classes. They
begin with the semester begins and students do not need to log in at specific
days/times but instructors do set due dates for assignments and exams to be
submitted so there is structure to the classes. Online classes are not self-paced
but do provide flexibility in that they are accessible 24/7 to allow students
to work around other commitments when doing their course work.
Academic Integrity - Integrity is an NDSCS core value and
there is an expectation that all students, as members of the college community,
adhere to the highest levels of academic integrity.
Dishonesty in class, laboratory, shop work or tests is regarded as a serious
offense and is subject to disciplinary action by the instructor and dean of
the respective division. For more information, refer to the NDSCS Student
Planner or College
Catalog under College Policies and Basic Regulations of Conduct.
Types of Misconduct
-
Cheating: Intentionally using
or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids
in any academic exercise.
-
Fabrication: Intentionally and
unauthorized falsification or invention of any information or citation in
an academic exercise.
-
Facilitating academic dishonesty:
Intentionally or knowingly helping or attempting to help another to commit
an act of academic dishonesty.
-
Plagiarism: Intentionally or knowingly
representing the words or ideas of another as one’s own in any academic
exercise.
Disabilities and Special Needs
If you have a disability for which you are or may be requesting an accommodation,
you are encouraged to contact both your instructor and the Disability Support
Services Office, 225 Mildred Johnson Library (phone 701-671-2623, 800-342-4325,
ext 32623) as early as possible in the term.
Other College
Policies can be found in the Catalog.
Student-Instructor Communications
While an online class is available 24 hours a day and offers greater
flexibility for the student and instructor, keep in mind that your instructor
will not be available 24 hours a day. I will check my email, voicemail, and
Cyber Office messages on a regular basis, but there may be times when I am unavailable
due to other commitments and job responsibilities. I will respond to email,
voicemail, or Cyber Office messages as time allows. As a general rule, you can
expect your direct question to be answered within 24 hours during week days.
When sending an email, please include your full name so I know
to whom I'm responding. Often, the email address does not indicate who is sending
the message.
Exams are done online. Instructors may require a proctor be present
for online exams. When the semester begins, check your course information for
the proctor form and proctor criteria.
Online classes follow the same academic calendar for start and
end dates as regular on-campus classes. While there is no set time for students
to be logged into a class each day, instructors do set due dates for assignments
and exams. Students should lot into classes frequently to keep up with announcements
and to keep up with course work. Online classes are not self-paced.
You may want to print the NDSCS
Academic Calendar reference during the year. It includes semester start
and end dates, final days to add/drop classes for each semester, vacation dates,
etc.
See tuition and fee information, Refund Policy and Withdrawal
Schedule information in the NDSCS Online site under Financial
Information.
Tuition and fee costs do not include books, software, supplies and other program
or course fees which may vary by program.
Instructors may vary from semester to semester.
ARCT 212 Architectural Presentation
Techniques
3 Credits
This course is designed to introduce student to the concepts, practices, standards, and drafting techniques needed for architectural presentations. Graphic communication, perspective drawing, projection, and introduction of color media as tools for the architectural designer are also discussed.
Each student will also compile a portfolio of work showcasing your work in the Architectural Drafting & Estimating program.
ARCT 101
At Least 2/3 of your course work should be completed as you will
compile your portfolio during this course.
Knowledge of basic computer operations and file management.
Basic understanding of general drafting practices using both hand tools and
CAD
Textbooks and Software and Other Materials
Book - Architectural Drafting and Design, 4th ed. Jefferis
and Madsen, Delmar Publishers, Inc
Software -- Adobe PhotoShop Elements 6.0
Google SketchUp6
Projections Worksheets and Pre-Printed Render Sheets
Watercolor Paint (tubes)
Variable sizes of sable paint brushes
Chalk pastels (your choice)
Colored Pencils (Water)
Sketching Paper
Contact Coleen at the NDSCS Bookstore for the most current textbook information (1-800-342-4325, ext 2239 or coleen.thoe@ndscs.nodak.edu). You may also visit the Bookstore web site at http://www.ndscsbooks.com/ and search for book information by class by clicking the "Textbook" tab.
Software: Microsoft Word is needed for all online classes. If additional software is needed for a particular course, it will be indicated in the online course schedule.
Instructional Media
PowerPoint slide shows
Procedure handouts and worksheets
Lecture/ Demonstration Videos
Photoshop Elements 6.0 software
Sketch-Up Software
Revit Software
Email: Students taking online classes from NDSCS also need a working email account. Be sure email address is updated in student record in PeopleSoft system.
Internet Access required. High speed Internet service is highly recommended. If students are unable to get high speed service, an alternate site may be needed to view some of the course components.
1) 2-Point Prespective Drawing Techniques
- Distinguish between orthographic and perspective projection.
- Define common perspective terms and abbreviations, including ground line (G.L.), horizon line (H.L.), picture plane (P.P.), station point (S.P.), true-height line (T.H.L.), and vanishing point (V.P.).
- Complete introductory plates and visualize changes in the perspective object as the Station Point, Vanishing Points and the Plan View of the object changes
2) Team Building
- Identify team building skills
- Identify roles of team members
- Identify team organizational skills
- Explore Consensus decision making
- Identify ways to giving effective praise in the workplace
- Test your business etiquette
- Identify a model for initiating conflict resolution
- Create a team PowerPoint project
3) 2-Point Prespective Drawing Techniques
- Complete drawing plates of various shapes and visualize the changes in the perspective object as the Station Point, Vanishing Points and the Plan View of the object changes.
4) 2-Point Prespective Drawing Techniques
- Complete plates of buildings with windows, doors, dormers, etc. and visualize the changes in the perspective object as the Station Point, Vanishing Points and the Plan View of the object changes.
5) 2-Point Advanced Prespective Drawing Techniques
- Complete house plates with the introduction of roof overhangs and visualize the changes in the perspective object as the Station Point, Vanishing Points and the Plan View of the object changes.
6) 1-Point Prespective Drawing Techniques
- Complete plates of various shapes and visualize the changes in the perspective object as the Station Point, Vanishing Points and the Plan View of the object changes.
7) Introduction to Color
- This session will have you become acquainted with the aspects of watercolor from terminology, mixing, and proper application.
8) Architectural Rendering
- Produce Professional Quality Renderings
9) Architectural Rendering using Water Color
- In this session you will apply watercolor to renderings in a professional manner.
10) Architectural Rendering using Chalk Pastels
- In this session you will apply chalk/pastels to renderings in a professional manner.
11) Architectural Rendering using Colored Pencils
- In this session you will apply colored pencil to renderings in a professional manner.
12) Portfolio Planning
- In this session you will start to organize, compile and get your portfolio content ready the creation of a paper portfolio and an oral presentation portfolio. This information will help you get ready for job searches and interviews.
13) Rendering AutoCad® drawings using PhotoShop
- Bring AutoCad® files into Photo Shop and add color and entourage
15) Portfolio
- Description
15) Choice Render
- Create a professional render of your choice
- Floor plan, entire house or just part, elevation, or perspective with entourage, using Photoshop techniques of textures and layer styles
Grading
Your performance in this course will be based upon the performance objectives. Points will be given and converted to percentage points. Grades will be based on the following.
100.00% to 90.00% = A
89.99% to 80.00% = B
79.99% to 70.00% = C
69.99% to 60.00% = D
Below 60.00% = F
Students should estimate approximately three hours of course work per credit per week for NDSCS classes. For example, a three-credit class may require approximately nine hours of work time a week for the student. This amount may vary by class and by student.
Policies and Procedures
Assignments are given in the course for completion in your textbook as well as other appropriate projects. Please follow the order of chapter completion as presented in the Schedule. Assignments within each unit are due within the time frame listed in the Class Schedule. Assignments not completed by the specified deadline may have 10% of grade points deducted at the instructor's discretion.
Participation in threaded discussions ARE REQUIRED. When a threaded discussion is posted you will have a specific time period in which to participate. Make sure to make a posting relevant to the discussion topic - and then respond to other students. Discussions will be closed on a specific date, so make sure to participate in the discussion before it closes. Points will be earned in the gradebook for your participation in the assigned discussions.
NDSCS online students should be aware of various policies and procedures such as those listed below.
Attendance - Students are expected to log into their online classes frequently during each week of the semester and to submit course work on time to meet due dates set by the instructors. Attendance and class participation is monitored and students not submitting work in their online classes may be dropped from the class. Review the Attendance Policy for further details.
Computer Access - It is the student's responsibility to maintain access to a working computer and Internet connection to keep up in online class assignments. Because computer problems do occur, students should have a plan for alternative computer access in case of computer problems. Students will be able to access their online classes from any computer with an Internet connection.
Refund Policy/Withdrawal Refund Schedule
Academic Calendar - Online classes follow the same calendar as regular on-campus classes. They begin with the semester begins and students do not need to log in at specific days/times but instructors do set due dates for assignments and exams to be submitted so there is structure to the classes. Online classes are not self-paced but do provide flexibility in that they are accessible 24/7 to allow students to work around other commitments when doing their course work.
Academic Integrity - Integrity is an NDSCS core value and there is an expectation that all students, as members of the college community, adhere to the highest levels of academic integrity.
Dishonesty in class, laboratory, shop work or tests is regarded as a serious offense and is subject to disciplinary action by the instructor and dean of the respective division. For more information, refer to the NDSCS Student Planner or College Catalog under College Policies and Basic Regulations of Conduct.
Types of Misconduct
-
Cheating: Intentionally using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, or study aids in any academic exercise.
-
Fabrication: Intentionally and unauthorized falsification or invention of any information or citation in an academic exercise.
-
Facilitating academic dishonesty: Intentionally or knowingly helping or attempting to help another to commit an act of academic dishonesty.
-
Plagiarism: Intentionally or knowingly representing the words or ideas of another as one’s own in any academic exercise.
Disabilities and Special Needs
If you have a disability for which you are or may be requesting an accommodation, you are encouraged to contact both your instructor and the Disability Support Services Office, 225 Mildred Johnson Library (phone 701-671-2623, 800-342-4325, ext 32623) as early as possible in the term.
Other College Policies can be found in the Catalog.
Student-Instructor Communications
While an online class is available 24 hours a day and offers greater flexibility for the student and instructor, keep in mind that your instructor will not be available 24 hours a day. I will check my email, voicemail, and Cyber Office messages on a regular basis, but there may be times when I am unavailable due to other commitments and job responsibilities. I will respond to email, voicemail, or Cyber Office messages as time allows. As a general rule, you can expect your direct question to be answered within 24 hours during week days.
When sending an email, please include your full name so I know to whom I'm responding. Often, the email address does not indicate who is sending the message.
Exams are done online. Instructors may require a proctor be present for online exams. When the semester begins, check your course information for the proctor form and proctor criteria.
Online classes follow the same academic calendar for start and end dates as regular on-campus classes. While there is no set time for students to be logged into a class each day, instructors do set due dates for assignments and exams. Students should lot into classes frequently to keep up with announcements and to keep up with course work. Online classes are not self-paced.
You may want to print the NDSCS Academic Calendar reference during the year. It includes semester start and end dates, final days to add/drop classes for each semester, vacation dates, etc.
See tuition and fee information, Refund Policy and Withdrawal Schedule information in the NDSCS Online site under Financial Information. Tuition and fee costs do not include books, software, supplies and other program or course fees which may vary by program.
Instructors may vary from semester to semester.