AR 129 - Architectural 3D CAD

Description
Students learn how to create a 3D model of a building using Autodesk Revit Architecture software, and are introduced to architectural terminology. From this model, a basic set of drawings is produced.This is a starter course in the Architectural Programs and for Building Information Modeling (BIM).

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 4

School: School of STEM
Department: Mechanical & Architectural Design
Discipline: AR

Last Revision Date Effective: 2017-03-03 20:09:38
Course Review & Revision Year: 2024-2025

Course Type:
Program Requirement- Offering designed to meet the learning needs of students in a specific GRCC program.
Course Format:
Lecture/Lab - Must meet Lecture & Lab Ratios

General Education Requirement: None
General Education Learner Outcomes (GELO):
NA

Course Learning Outcomes:
1. Create a 3D model of a building using Building Information Modeling software.

2. Add details to the model so 2D building drawing sheets can be generated.

3. Review and revise building drawing sheets to make sure they communicate the information needed.

4. Be able to assemble a 3D model in a timely manner and generate 3D building drawing sheets.

5. Complete work accurately, with attention to detail.

6. Manage time effectively.

Approved for Online Delivery?: No

Course Outline:
I. Create a 3D Model using BIM

A. Create a floor plan with walls

B. Add door and windows and roofs and floors to walls

C. Add stairs and railings to model

D. Add furniture and equipment to model

II. Add Detail Information to Model

A. Add dimensions and annotation to floor plans and elevation

B. Cut sections and add detail information to section

C. Add door, room, and window information to schedules

III. Photographing a Building

A. Adding and adjusting cameras

B. Adding entourage and plantings to models

C. Rendering the building and creating image files

IV. Create Drawings

A. Use BIM to generate the 2D Drawings

B. Print a building drawing set for instruction and students to review

Mandatory CLO Competency Assessment Measures:
None

Name of Industry Recognize Credentials: None

Instructional Strategies:
Demonstration of BIM System to class: 40-50%

One on one instruction: 20-30%

Student testing on BIM System: 10-20%

Student presentation: 5-10%

Mandatory Course Components:
None

Academic Program Prerequisite: None
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisite(s): None
Math Prerequisite(s): None
Course Corerequisite(s): None
Course-Specific Placement Test: None
Course Aligned with IRW: IRW 97, IRW 98, IRW 99
Consent to Enroll in Course: No Department Consent Required

Total Lecture/Lab Hours Per Week: 4
Faculty Credential Requirements:
Master’s Degree (GRCC general requirement), Professionally qualified through work experience in field (Perkins Act or Other) (list below)
Faculty Credential Requirement Details: Must know building construction materials.The design of buildings.Good working knowledge of Revit Architecture. Must have 4,000 hours of work experience in industry.

Maximum Course Enrollment: 24
Equivalent Courses: None
Dual Enrollment Allowed?: Yes
Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Credit Accepted: None
AP Min. Score: NA
Number of Times Course can be taken for credit: 1
Programs Where This Courses is a Requirement:
Architectural Technology, A.A.A.S., Architectural Technology, A.A.A.S. (Ferris State University-Construction Management), Pre-Master of Architecture, A.A. (Lawrence Technological University), Architectural Technology, A.A.A.S (Ferris State University-Facility Management),
Course Fees: $15.00
People Soft Course ID Number: 102928
Course CIP Code: 04.9999

High School Articulation Agreements exist?: No
If yes, with which high schools?: NA
Non-Credit GRCC Agreement exist?: No
If yes, with which Departments?: NA
Corporate Articulation Agreement exist?: No
If yes, with which Companies?: NA