2020-2021 Course Catalog

DRAFT 243 Structural Architecture

introduces the student to the parametric modeling power of Autodesk Revit software used for structural steel building construction and Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology. The student will learn how to create structural framing, foundations, and slabs and erect columns and walls. An emphasis will be placed on creating the construction document for the erection of the structure including drawing framing plans; generating section, elevations, and detail views; inserting tags, symbols, legends, and schedules. Basic principles in boosting productivity, collaboration, structural analysis will also be introduced. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 3.0).

Credits

3.0

Prerequisite

DRAFT 239 or approval of instructor

Division and Department

Math, Science & Business / Drafting