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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.
The program is currently teaching Green building practices such as geothermal heating schooling, active and passive solar technology, envelope home construction and sustainable Architecture.
This program is taught by a Registered Architect who is pursuing LEED (Leadership in Energy and Enviromental Design) Certification.
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First Semester
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| SSS 100 |
Student Success Seminar |
2 |
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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 |
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Intermediate Algebra |
4 |
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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. |
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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. |
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Social Science Elective: SOC 150T - Social Problems; or SOC 250T - Marriage and the Family |
3 |
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Second Semester
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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 |
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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 |
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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. |
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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 |
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MATH 116
MATH 116 |
Pre-Calculus |
5 |
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Third Semester
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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 |
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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 |
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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. |
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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 |
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ENGL/SPCM
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ENGL 201-Technical Writing or SPCM 101T-Fundamentals of Speech |
3 |
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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
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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 |
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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 |
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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. |
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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 |
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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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Student is required to obtain a "C" or better in the following Drawing or Computer Assisted Design classes to proceed to the next semester Drawing or CAD classes: DT 101, ACT 121, ACT 212, CAD 120, CAD 221
Students entering a program in any semester other than outlined may not graduate in the expected amount of time. |
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