Course Descriptions

This course covers the design development and documentation of single-family living. Students will be introduced to residential design styles as well as proper documentation methods.

This course provides the student with an occupational experience in the architectural technology field. Each internship is an individualized experience.

This course covers the implementation and inclusion of specifications, construction materials and finishes into a set of construction documents.

This course provides the opportunity for students in the Architectural Drafting & Design program to work on real-life projects. These projects combine learning objectives with community service in order to provide a pragmatic, progressive learning experience while meeting societal needs.

This course introduces building design and construction requirements for multi-family housing. The course covers the processes for the selection of building materials and their integration into construction documents.

This course provides the student with an occupational experience in the architectural design and construction field. Each internship is an individualized experience.

This course will review the incorporation of civil and structural engineering drawings in coordination with building systems. Content will include analysis of civil and structural drawings and their relationship to commercial and residential building types.

Students in this course will develop design schematics and a set of presentation drawings for a commercial project. Emphasis is on verbal and visual presentation techniques.

This course reviews the examination of mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems in both residential and commercial buildings. Content includes analysis of plumbing and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, and power and lighting systems.

This course covers the construction document process for commercial building design while having the student complete a self-guided capstone project. Content will include final detailing, scheduling and sheet set layout from a given design developed project.

This course will familiarize the student with computer drafting and modeling software for the graphic design of residential construction.

This course provides an understanding of architectural firm structures and legal issues as well as project management procedures used throughout documentation, bidding and construction administration.

Meets MnTC Goal Areas 2 and 6. This course introduces students to the basic drawing media, techniques and traditions of drawing. Students are exposed to the work of artists, drafters and illustrators and are subsequently guided through a wide variety of drawing experiences and applications.

Meets MnTC Goal Areas 2 and 6. This course is an introduction to creative thinking, interpretation and self-expression. Students will explore basic two-dimensional elements and principles through the use of various media, tools, materials and processes. Color theory will be introduced.

Meets MnTC Goal Areas 2 and 6. Through this course, students are introduced to basic three-dimensional concepts as well as a variety of materials and technical processes. Students will create three-dimensional designs that explore form and space.