DRAD 1020 - Architectural Design 2

3.00 Credit Hours

Prerequisites: DRAD 1010 and DRCG 1140; or high school equivalent with the consent of the program advisor

(formerly DRAD 1140)

This course is the next in sequence of architectural design studio courses which builds upon basic architectural design concepts. Students will experience the design process with an introduction of a small structure through site analysis, program analysis, schematic design sketches and study models of design solutions, presentation of design concept, creation of computer generated preliminary drawings related to residential design and construction. Students will coordinate a completed graphic solution while evaluating various construction systems related to foundation, floor, wall, roof, and various other building components of residential construction with emphasis on energy conservation.

(6 contact hrs)

South Campus.

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