ARCH-1315 Architectural Computer Graphics

Effective use of representational media, computer aided design, and digital media to engage formal, organizational, and environmental principles. Emphasis on the appropriate media to inform two-dimensional and three-dimensional design based upon the conventions of architectural graphic communication. Course is intended to fulfill all or part of the following National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) Student Performance Criteria: A.1 Professional Communication Skills, A.4 Architecture Design Skills. Lec 2, Lab 4, Cr 3

Credits

3

Prerequisite

ARCH-1307, ARCH-1308

Outcomes

  1. Execute and understand digital design software.
  2. Produce digital drawings that clearly and accurately communicate design intentions.
  3. Manage and reproduce digital files.
  4. Compose and present drawings with attention to line weight, character, and accuracy.
  5. Compare and interpret the relationship between analogue and digital techniques in the design process.
  6. Produce quality images and publications suitable for portfolios.
  7. Recognize various digital media used to create presentations for target audiences within the profession and the general public.