Drafting Specialization - Architectural

Drafting Specialization - Architectural WVEIS Code 2427

This course will provide students the opportunity to specialize in architectural drawing and design, including plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems. Students will: choose one of these areas to do in-depth study during this course.

Standard 1: Piping Systems (2427.S.1)

Students will demonstrate the ability to design and draw domestic and commercial piping systems.

Piping Systems Objectives

Students will:

2427.1.1 Demonstrate knowledge of domestic and commercial piping system terminology and materials.

2427.1.2 Demonstrate the ability to interpret and draw domestic and commercial piping schematic flow diagrams.

2427.1.3 Demonstrate the ability to use a CAD system to design and develop drawings for domestic and commercial piping.

Standard 2: Electrical Systems (2427.S.2)

Students will demonstrate the ability to design and draw electrical systems.

Electrical Systems Objectives

Students will:

2427.2.1 Demonstrate knowledge of electrical system terminology and materials.

2427.2.2 Demonstrate the ability to interpret and draw electrical diagrams.

2427.2.3 Demonstrate the ability to use a CAD system to design and develop drawings for electrical systems.

Standard 3: HVAC Systems (2427.S.3)

Students will demonstrate the ability to design and draw HVAC systems.

HVAC Systems Objectives

Students will:

2427.3.1 Demonstrate knowledge of HVAC system terminology and materials.

2427.3.2 Demonstrate the ability to interpret and draw HVAC diagrams.

2427.3.3 Demonstrate the ability to use a CAD system to design and develop drawings for HVAC systems.

Standard 4: Architectural Techniques (2427.S.4)

Students will apply architectural techniques to design and draw building structures.

Architectural Techniques Objectives

Students will:

2427.4.1 Demonstrate knowledge of building styles, material selection and price estimates and architectural terms.

2427.4.2 Demonstrate the ability and knowledge to determine structural design required for client needs and purposes.

2427.4.3 Draw and dimension all necessary drawings for the completion of the structure, including floor plan, elevations and exterior presentation (two point, three point, etc.), etc.

2427.4.4 Demonstrate the ability to use a CAD system to design and develop architectural drawings.