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Computer Aided/Mechanical Design in Architecture 1

Course Description

Computer Aided/Mechanical Design in Architecture 1 532A 2 Credits

COMPUTER AIDED/MECHANICAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN 1 AND 2

This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic layout concept of computer aided or mechanical architectural design and drafting.  Students will learn to design and redesign houses, as well as become more skilled in dimensioning, scaling and quality lining with traditional drafting boards and drafting tools.  Students will learn how to use specific architectural design computer software and produce accurate three dimensional renderings of the buildings they design. Students will also learn about construction and architectural technology.  Good measurement and math skills as well as a good sense of design are helpful to students in this course.           

 See website for more information.  http://www.arps.org/users/hs/moriartm/

Curriculum Map for Computer Aided/Mechanical Design in Architecture 1
Last Updated: Monday, February 20, 2012

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