Architectural/Construction Engineering Technology

Architectural/Construction Engineering Technology, AAS Degree

Architectural/Construction Technicians usually work under the immediate supervision of a registered architect, professional engineer, or construction manager. They perform operational tasks of a technical nature following well-designed methods and procedures set down by their construction supervisors or by architectural standards. Tasks often include producing construction documents from architectural sketches, computations, written and computer-assisted drawings of results, and field inspection of work according to plans.

Semester	Course Title	Credits

First Semester
CAD 120 CAD 120	Computer Assisted Design I	4
This introductory CAD class will help the student develop primary skills through the use of AutoCAD software. The primary focus will be to draw, edit, text, zoom, print, blocks, and dimension. Word processing and spreadsheets will be used along with e-mail. The students will use these skills to produce small miscellaneous drawings. Corequisites: CIS 101 and DT 101 or Department Approval
MATH 101 MATH 101	Intermediate Algebra	4
CIS 101 CIS 101	Computer Essentials	2
Designed to enable students with little or no computer experience to acquire a basic understanding of the personal computer. This course involves the study of computer basics such as hardware, operating systems, and file management, using the Internet for research, word processing, and spreadsheets.
DT 101 DT 101	Engineering Drawing	3
A prerequisite core drawing course for all three disciplines of the engineering technology program, this course will involve extensive hands-on experience that applies drafting theories and develops skills. Each topic is developed through a progression of practice exercises that focus on visualization techniques.
SOC SOC	Social Science Elective	3
Social Science Electives Include: ECON 201T - Economics; SOC 150T - Social Problems; or SOC 250T - Marriage and the Family
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Second Semester
ACT 120 ACT 120	Materials and Methods of Construction	3
Building construction methods will be taught along with types of construction materials. Terminology, standard sizes, shapes, usage and building codes will be addressed as they apply to residential construction projects. Corequisite: ACT 121
ACT 121 ACT 121	Architectural Drawing I	3
Involves the task of drawing a complete set of working drawings for a private residence. The drawings will be generated on the computer and will consist of site, floor, framing, and foundation plans, as well as wall and building sections, elevations, and presentation drawings. Prerequisite: DT 101; Corequisite: ACT 120
CAD 211 CAD 211	Computer Assisted Design II	4
A continuation of CAD I, emphases is on block attributes, menu customizing, 3D surface and 3D solid models. Blocks will be created that will contain attributes; these attributes will be extracted to tables and spread sheets in the form of schedules and bill of materials. AutoCAD’s pull down, button menus and lisp routines will be customized so to speed up the drafting production. An introduction to surface modeling and 3D solid modeling will be covered. Projects will be plotted using paper space at different scales.
ENGL 101T ENGL 101T	Composition	3
English Composition will help develop proficiency in writing concise, coherent essays, and in using correct English. Several modes of discourse will be explored and good grammar skills are required. This course will improve the student's critical thinking skills as it provides students with practice in all stages of the writing process: planning, supporting, rewriting, analyzing, proofreading, and editing. This course will also require critical reading and writing. Prerequisite: Placement Assessment
MATH 116 MATH 116	Pre-Calculus	5
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Third Semester
ACT 210 ACT 210	Commercial Construction Techniques	3
Covers the overall process of commercial construction techniques and technology. A thorough understanding of construction documents will be incorporated into this course. Steel, concrete, laminated timber, masonry and precast concrete construction techniques will be studied. Field trips to various manufacturing plants and construction sites in and around the Sioux Falls area will be conducted upon availability. Prerequisite: ACT 120; Corequisite: ACT 212
ACT 212 ACT 212	Architectural Drawing II	3
This drawing lab will introduce students to the development of construction documents, commercial floor plans, elevations, sections, details, and structural plans will be developed for a commercial structure. Students will have the opportunity to design and draw a small commercial building consisting of a steel frame, masonry, precast concrete, and laminated timber construction. Prerequisite: ACT 121; Corequisite: ACT 210
CAD 221 CAD 221	Computer Assisted Design III/Arch	3
Designed for students with an interest in Architectural/Construction Engineering Technology, students will use Autodesk Architectural Desktop software to create an architectural set of drawings. The plans will include floor plans, elevations, building sections, schedules and 3D views of the building. Corrections to drawings that have been redlined will also be covered.</P>
CET 213 CET 213	Statics	3
An introduction to the basic concept of mechanics emphasizes the action of forces on rigid bodies. Includes analysis of planar force systems, friction, first moments and centroids, and moments of inertia. These concepts will be treated as they relate to the functions performed by technicians. Prerequisite: MATH 120T
ENGL 201 ENGL 201	Technical Writing	3
This course is designed around workplace writing tasks. Students will learn to evaluate audience, solve problems, and develop strategies for writing collaboratively. They will write instructions, reports, memos and letters. The course emphasizes techniques for correct mechanics and clear style; using format effectively to improve document readability; choosing and designing visuals for audience; and managing time and multiple projects. Prerequisite: ENGL 101
PSYC 101T PSYC 101T	General Psychology	3
Provides the student with an introduction to the basic psychological processes underlying human behavior. Topics include the functions of the brain amd nervous system, the characteristics of sensation, perception and altered states of consciousness, learning and memory, the nature of thinking skills and intelligence, theories of motivation, emotion and personality, a survey of psychological disorders and approaches to therapy, social/interpersonal relations, and practical applications.
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Fourth Semester
ACT 211 ACT 211	Mechanical/Electrical Systems	3
Introduces students to the electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems of a building. Students will incorporate their prior knowledge of floor plan layout and symbol usage to the support systems of a structure. Students will also be required to size an electrical panel, determine the heat loss/heat gain of a structure and lay out the plumbing system of a structure. Prerequisite: ACT 212
ACT 220 ACT 220	Construction Estimating	3
A study of the process of estimating in the construction industry, methods of estimating will be described and practiced with the use of working drawings and construction cost manuals. Students will utilize an estimating format to develop quantity surveys for determining construction costs. Prerequisite: ACT 212
ACT 221 ACT 221	Construction Management	3
Concentrates on the procedures and methods that are used by the construction contractor during the pre-construction, construction and post-construction phases of a project. Explains how the contractor systematically plans, organizes, manages, controls and documents jobsite activities.
ACT 222 ACT 222	Strength of Materials	3
An introduction to the strength of materials through calculation of problems and experiments in stress, strain, deflection of beams, joints, theory of columns, and fatigue in reinforced concrete, heavy timber, and structural steel. Prerequisite: CET 213
CAD 215 CAD 215	Computer Assisted Design Special Topics	3
Designed for students with an interest Architectural/Construction Technology, students will work in class to produce examples of furniture, building parts, land and sky scenes. Students will create two presentation rendered scenes that is related to the architectural field. One presentation will demonstrate a fly-bye outdoor scene and the other will be a walk through of an interior of a building. Lighting, materials, and animation timing will be cover using Autodesk 3D Max software along with video editing software for adding sound.
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Total Credits: 65