View the most recent syllabus.

Materials and methods of construction used in residences and commercial buildings; preparation of working drawings for small building.

EG 130 or ED&G 100

Must be taken concurrently with AE 221.

1. To introduce construction documents (i.e., working drawings and specifications)
2. To discuss and utilize techniques in freehand sketching and hand drafting
3. To discuss and utilize techniques in computer-aided drafting (CAD)

1. Freehand sketching
2. Working drawings and specifications
3. Drafting expression
4. Floor plans
5. Buildings sections
6. Elevations
7. Wall sections and details
8. Stair design
9. Stair sections and detail
10. Building system drawings
11. Blueprint reading
12. AutoCAD software

3 classes/week, 2 hours/class, 1 class/week, 50 minutes/class