May 16, 2024  
2018-2019 Arapahoe Community College Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Arapahoe Community College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Architectural Engineering and Construction

  
  • AEC 100 - Introduction to Design Theory


    3 Credits

    Evaluates design environments both physical and theoretical. Students will be encouraged to consider how social and individual behavior is reflected in and influenced by these designed environments. Through exploration of assigned readings and movies the student will critically assess how design influences our perception of the built environment that surrounds us and the design theory behind it.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092  (or higher) or equivalent; and MAT 050  or equivalent

  
  • AEC 107 - Print Reading Residential/Commercial


    3 Credits

    Interpret construction prints and the related documents produced by the residential or commercial architect and used in the construction industry.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092   (or higher) or equivalent; and MAT 050  or equivalent 

  
  • AEC 110 - Architectural Design and Modeling


    4 Credits

    Introduces students to conceptual architectural design through manual drafting techniques including a variety of multi-view projection, isometric projects, and architecture details. The student will be required to produce a combination of manually drafted drawings, CAD drawings, and physical models. Students will develop and present a design solution and evaluation of the assigned program through conceptual models and architectural drawings.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092   (or higher) or equivalent; and MAT 050   or equivalent

  
  • AEC 116 - Building Materials


    3 Credits

    This course will cover the study of building materials and methods commonly used within the construction industry. The course will include interior and exterior materials used in everything from foundations to roof systems.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092   (or higher) or equivalent and MAT 050  or equivalent .

  
  • AEC 121 - Construction Materials and Systems


    3 Credits

    Examines building materials and construction techniques. Topics include a study of soils, concrete, brick, masonry, steel, timber, and plastics and a study of types of building structural systems and components. Principles of interpreting light commercial construction drawings (blueprints) for structural and trade information are also introduced.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092  (or higher) or equivalent and MAT 050  or equivalent.

  
  • AEC 125 - History of Architecture


    3 Credits

    This course will cover major periods of architectural development. Social and cultural values influencing architecture will be highlighted as well as the interaction of art, engineering and architecture as forms of expression.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 121  OR ENG 131  with a grade of “C” or better and MAT 050  or equivalent.

  
  • AEC 202 - Architectural Design and Analysis


    4 Credits

    Reviews conceptual design and architectural drafting techniques. The students will be introduced to site analysis through observation and sketching. Students will be required to present a design solution and evaluation of an assigned project through a combination of conceptual models, drawings, and sketches using various computer aided design programs.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092  (or higher) or equivalent and MAT 050  or equivalent and AEC 110  with a grade of “C” or better

    Corequisite(s): CAD 224  

  
  • AEC 204 - Architectural Graphics


    3 Credits

    Introduces graphic concepts to architectural students and develops graphic design techniques and rendering using pencil, ink, and color media. Both freehand and mechanical methods are stressed. Student will be able to produce architectural presentations.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092  (or higher) or equivalent and MAT 050  or equivalent.

  
  • AEC 206 - Applied Structural Analysis


    3 Credits

    Studies fundamental structural elements and building structures. Building forces, transfer of forces, and structural members and systems are investigated through computation and project work. Fundamental engineering theory related to steel, wood, reinforced concrete and masonry are introduced.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092  (or higher) or equivalent and MAT 121  or higher.

  
  • AEC 216 - Construction Estimating


    3 Credits

    Studies fundamental structural elements and building structures. Building forces, transfer of forces, and structural members and systems are investigated through computation and project work. Fundamental engineering theory related to steel, wood, reinforced concrete and masonry are introduced.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092   (or higher) or equivalent and MAT 050  or equivalent

  
  • AEC 218 - Sustainable Building Systems


    3 Credits

    Investigates the technologies and strategies related to sustainable (green) materials and systems for buildings. Topics include: energy and environmental consciousness/regulations; the high performance building envelope; alternative construction techniques (adobe, cob, rammed earth, straw bale); microclimate/site factors; sustainable/green materials; and passive solar; active thermal solar, photovoltaic energy, wind energy conversion, on site water use/reuse and waste disposal systems.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092  (or higher) or equivalent and MAT 050  or equivalent.

  
  • AEC 219 - LEED Exam Preparation


    3 Credits

    Prepares students for LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) examination by the U.S. Green Building Council and provides a detailed exploration of the LEED rating system for a general understanding of what LEED is and how it is implemented. Topics include sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, indoor environmental quality, and innovation in design.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092  (or higher) or equivalent and MAT 050  or equivalent.

  
  • AEC 220 - Surveying


    3 Credits

    The course includes the fundamentals of plane surveying and basic surveying instruments. It emphasizes construction-related aspects of surveying and the development of skills in using surveying field information. Surveying projects are generally covered in coordinated and fieldwork segments.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092  (or higher) or equivalent and MAT 108  or higher with a grade of “C” or better

  
  • AEC 225 - Architectural Design and Development


    4 Credits

    Reviews conceptual design, site analysis, and architectural drafting techniques. Students will develop design ideas and theories and learn how to present those ideas visually. Students will analyze a site and produce a design solution that responds to that particular site through a combination of research data, conceptual models, drawings, and sketches. The student will produce a final presentation of all relevant data, sketches, conceptual models, and drawings using presentation boards produced in various graphical programs.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092  (or higher) or equivalent and MAT 050  or equivalent and AEC 202  with a grade of “C” or better.

  
  • AEC 226 - Construction Scheduling


    3 Credits

    Introduction to the restrictions, standards and requirements that in the interest of public safety and welfare have been established by law to govern the construction of buildings and their materials. Specifications are developed to describe building materials to be furnished and how they are to be installed.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092  (or higher) or equivalent and MAT 050  or equivalent.

  
  • AEC 228 - Contracts and The Legal Environment


    3 Credits

    Introduces different types of contracts, legal requirements and liabilities that are related to the construction industry. This course also focuses on contracting parties and their legal options and obligations when they interact during the construction phases. Specifications as an important part of the construction documents will be introduced.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092  (or higher) or equivalent and MAT 050  or equivalent.

  
  • AEC 236 - International Building Codes


    3 Credits

    A study is made of the restrictions, standards, and requirements that in the interest of public safety and welfare have been established by law to govern the construction of buildings and their materials. Specifications are developed to describe building materials to be furnished and how they are to be installed.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092  (or higher) or equivalent and MAT 050  or equivalent.

  
  • AEC 255 - Professional Workplace Skills and Presentation


    3 Credits

    Implements workplace tools and skills of the architecture profession and construction industry. Includes instruction on developing a resume and design portfolio in a visually artistic and professional manner. The course will also include lessons in workplace, customer and client relations, team building, participation, and employer expectations.

    Prerequisite(s): CCR 092  (or higher) or equivalent; and MAT 108  or equivalent; and AEC 225  with a grade of “C” or better.

  
  • AEC 280 - Internship


    3 Credits

    Provides students with the opportunity to supplement coursework with practical work experience related to their educational program. Students work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the Instructor.