May 02, 2024

2017-2018 SLCC General Catalog

2017-2018 SLCC General Catalog [**** ATTENTION: YOU ARE VIEWING AN ARCHIVED CATALOG ****]

Course Descriptions

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Courses at SLCC are identified by an alphabetic prefix (two to four letters) followed by a four-digit number. Numbers beginning with a “1” generally indicate a course designed primarily for freshmen (such as ENGL 1010); numbers beginning with a “2” generally indicate courses designed primarily for sophomores (such as MATH 2010); numbers beginning with a “0” generally indicate preparatory courses that are non-transferable (such as WRTG 0990).

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Architectural Technology
	ARCH 1010 - Intro. to Design Professions Credits: 3 The study of the roles that designers play in society and what job markets are available in the areas of architecture, CAD, construction management, architectural history, landscape architecture, and interior design. Semester: Fall Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 1100 - Intro. to Arch. Drawing Credits: 3 Students will about architectural drawings used in residential and commercial projects. Practical skills for reading blueprints of floor plans, sections, details, elevations and schedules. Semester: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 1130 - Basic Drawing Credits: 3 Practical skills in the fundamentals of drawing and freehand sketching. Graphic media such as pencil, pen, charcoal and ink will be explored. Instruction will focus on the use of light, shadow, texture, contour and form. Semester: Fall Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 1210 - Residential Construction Credits: 5 Residential construction techniques are analyzed from site planning to finish construction. Building codes, estimating, and specifications are discussed as they relate to methods and materials of residential construction common to Utah. Prerequisite: ARCH 1310 or ARCH 2350 Semester: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 1310 - Intro. to AutoCAD Credits: 3 Students gain the practical knowledge in the use of AutoCAD that is essential in producing architectural drawings. This course includes hands-on applications. Simple drawings will be produced. Semester: Fall Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 1350 - Computer Graphics Credits: 3 Studies include the manipulation of scanned and digital images, desktop publishing, digital presentations and web page designs. Various computer software will be used to promote the ideas and designs of architects and designers. Semester: Fall Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 1510 - Architectural Design Workshop Credits: 3 This course will develop visual awareness and basic abstract design principles. Balance, symmetry, repetition, order variety, uniformity, proportion, motif and color will be introduced with various generic and abstract projects. Semester: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 2060 - Construction Documents Credits: 3 Provides the foundation required for the interpretation of construction documents Including drawings and specifications. This course prepares students for CSI’s Construction Document Technician Examination. Semester: Fall Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 2150 - Architectural Graphics Credits: 3 Course explores the preferred hand presentation techniques used with both two and three-dimensional drawings in the arch. design. Students will experience the jury process, peer review and learn skills needed to prepare portfolios. Prerequisite: ARCH 1130 Semester: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 2210 - Commercial Construction Credits: 5 Basic materials and installation methods for commercial construction are studied. These include site work, concrete, masonry, curtain-walls, steel, doors, window finishes, and an overview of codes. Prerequisite: ARCH 1210 Semester: Fall Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 2310 - Modeling/Rendering/Animation I Credits: 3 Digital modeling is presented as an essential tool for architectural design, visualization, and presentation. Principles are stressed so that acquired skills can be used with any modeling, rendering and animation software. Semester: Fall Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 2320 - Modeling/Rendering/Animation II Credits: 3 Skills developed in ARCH 2310 are enhanced with new techniques and intermediate and advanced skills. Presentation skills are also developed through advanced projects. Prerequisite: ARCH 2310 Semester: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 2330 - CAD Customization Credits: 3 Basic customization of AutoCAD software will be discussed and practiced as it applies to industry. Emphasis will be placed on developing AutoCAD tools and skills that will save time and improve productivity. Prerequisite: ARCH 1310 Semester: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 2350 - Advanced Architectural CAD Credits: 3 Students will develop BIM skills and use specific 3D architectural oriented software. Design and construction documentation will be examined. Semester: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 2460 - Construction Estimating Credits: 2 Material take-offs, labor cost estimates, sub-contractor bids, equipment costs, price extensions and competitive bidding, with and without the use of the computer, will be covered in this class. Prerequisite: ARCH 1210 Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 2470 - Codes, Zoning & Inspections Credits: 2 This course is the study of current building codes and an overview of zoning regulations. This course will help with inspections for code enforcement and compliance, occupancy classifications, area limitations and life-safety regulations. Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 2510 - Residential Design - CAD Credits: 5 Provides a study of light frame construction techniques and production of residential construction drawings using CAD software. Students produce a professional set of presentation and construction drawings of a residential structure. Prerequisite: ARCH 1210 and ARCH 1310 Semester: Fall Additional Course Fee Required Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 2520 - Commercial Design - CAD III Credits: 5 Examines commercial construction materials, techniques and the production of construction drawings using CAD software. Students will produce a professional set of presentation and construction drawings of a commercial structure. Prerequisite: ARCH 2210 and ARCH 2510 Semester: Spring Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 2900 - Internship Credits: 1-3 Supervised work experience in a business, industrial, or government environment related to the program major. Credit awarded for successful completion of specific learning objectives that provide new learning related to the program major. Semester: All Click here for searchable class schedule
	ARCH 2990 - Special Studies Credits: 1-20 This course is designed so the student can work on special individualized projects under the supervision of the instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor approval Click here for searchable class schedule

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Course Descriptions

ARCH 1010 - Intro. to Design Professions

ARCH 1100 - Intro. to Arch. Drawing

ARCH 1130 - Basic Drawing

ARCH 1210 - Residential Construction

ARCH 1310 - Intro. to AutoCAD

ARCH 1350 - Computer Graphics

ARCH 1510 - Architectural Design Workshop

ARCH 2060 - Construction Documents

ARCH 2150 - Architectural Graphics

ARCH 2210 - Commercial Construction

ARCH 2310 - Modeling/Rendering/Animation I

ARCH 2320 - Modeling/Rendering/Animation II

ARCH 2330 - CAD Customization

ARCH 2350 - Advanced Architectural CAD

ARCH 2460 - Construction Estimating

ARCH 2470 - Codes, Zoning & Inspections

ARCH 2510 - Residential Design - CAD

ARCH 2520 - Commercial Design - CAD III

ARCH 2900 - Internship

ARCH 2990 - Special Studies