Student Learning Outcomes

Discipline: Technology & Health: Architecture, Industrial Design Engineering & Manufacturing Unit

Course Name	Course Number	Objectives
Manufacturing Processes and Materials	MFG 130	70% of students will be able to identify various stock materials and describe their general properties and composition with 70% or greater success. 70% of students will be able to identify various manufacturing processes with 70% or greater success 70% of students will be able to describe or explain 3 common manufacturing processes with 70% or greater accuracy
Advanced CAD	MFG 210	50% of students will pass the CSWA certification exam Students will demonstrate knowledge of CAD model evaluation by locating the models center of mass.
Advanced CAD	IDE 220	Student will be able to apply CAD surface modeling techniques to develop mold designs and prototypes . Create a useful CAD model from one or more scanned sketches.
Advanced Digital Design, Illustration and Animation	ARCH 222	Students will be able to create animated walk-through and fly-through "movies" of building interior and exteriors. Students will set camera-specific views of the virtual model or scene
Advanced Media	IDE 210	Students will be able to graphically represent a product concept Students will be able to create a unified, visually compelling portfolio of their work
Architectural CAD and BIM	ARCH 147	Student will be able to create and make use of "families" in their 3d model Students will successfully plot 2D and 3D projections of virtual building model according to industry standards.
Architectural CAD Working Drawings	ARCH 247	Students will be able to use common and specialized architectural software to create refined 3-D computer-simulated models. Students will be able to create design development and working drawing sets reflecting refined job skills in current architectural CAD software.
Architectural Drawings and Fabrications	ARCH 146	students will be able to design simple object using CAD and use the file to fabricate the drawn objects with digital tools Students will review and pass safety quiz to safely use the tools and equipment in teh shop environment
Architectural Materials and Specifications	ARCH 142	Students will be able to measure, cut and nail lumber of various length to frame a floor joist system Students will be able to identify the primary CSI divisions by name and correlated number
Architectural Presentations	ARCH 122	Students will incorporate invisible grid form layout in a presentation board, Students will be able to have basic knowledge of Adobe Software such as Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign to create a presentation boards
Architectural Rendering and Illustration	ARCH 221	Students will prepare perspective illustrations as they relate to the architectural and interior design professions. Students will be able to solve graphic design problems in shade, shadow, and view composition
Architectural Work Experience	ARCH 290	Students will demonstrate competency using skills developed in the ARCH and ECT programs by developing and completing a project according to industry partner and/ or faculty advisor. Students will learn punctuality, effective communication, time management, and team collaboration.
Building and Zoning Codes	ARCH 145	Students will be able to determine the applicable current building and zoning code titles/editions for any given location. Students will be able to follow typical government procedures in obtaining zoning approval and building permits of simulated building project.
CAD for Manufacturing	MFG 120	Students will be able to use intermediate modeling skills such as multi-body modeling, cut-revolve method and the sheet metal tool set Student will understand and use assembly modeling techniques effectively Students will demonstrate ability to use parametric file saving methodology
CADD and Digital Design Media Level I	ECT 16	Students will be able to recognize and apply basic CADD commands Student will be able to draft plans, elevations, sections. Students will be able to calculate and determine appropriate scale factors.
CADD and Digital Design Media Level I	ARCH 121	Students will be able to assign different line types and line weight to specific drawing types. Student will be able to import images of human figures into Rhino3D software, and scale the height of the person in that image to an actual feet and inches height.
Civil Engineering Technology and CADD	ECT 26	Students will be able to develop and complete a set of drawings to industry standards in CADD Students will develop, plot and evaluate topographical maps based on survey data. Students will develop portfolios of civil documents using CADD. A full and final set of drawing sheets will act as the "portfolio"
Computer Aided Manufacturing II	MFG 220	Students will create 2D and 3D tool paths for various industry-representative parts and then machine them effectively using CNC mills and/ or lathes
Construction Estimating	ECT 71	Students will be able to identify and extract various methods of construction estimation Students will prepare a construction bid using plans for a simple building. Students will solve basic problems in construction estimation.
Design Drawing and Communication	ARCH 141	Students will use basic architectural nomenclature related to the design of structures. Students will execute orthographic and 3D drawing projections Students will be able to perform the various drawing standards and conventions used in architecture.
Design Foundation - Visual Literacy	IDE 110	Students will be able to construct a simple sketch model in foam core or similar appropriate material, using form development principles. Students will be able to sketch simple three dimensional forms in correct one and two-point perspective
Design Foundation II	IDE 150	Students will be able to use appropriate typography and color theory principles and tools effectively Students will be able to organize various elements in a useful and visually appealing way using the Gestalt principles of design Student will be able to develop and construct a sketch model to meet specific criteria at a specific dimensional scale
Design I - Elements of Design	ARCH 101	Students will be able to use design tools and equipment of the profession. Students will be able to apply graphic principles/standards and conventions used in 2D/3D architectural design. Students will apply subtractive process as a design methodology Visit and synthesize actual site, program and concept to produce small buildings for a specific location.
Design II - Architectural Design	ARCH 102	students will study the composition of planar elements to create architectural space Students will re-contour a hillside creating flat buildable areas using the cut and fill method Students will be able to apply the design process to create small building design(s). Students will apply their knowledge of selected case study project to analyze and understand precedence to their design
Design III - Environmental Design	ARCH 201	Students will be able to apply the environmental design process and procedure beyond the scope of a single building. Students will develop a response to a site analysis
Design IV - Advanced Project	ARCH 202	Students will demonstrate architectural design research techniques Students will present and evaluate the pros and cons of particular architectural design alternative solution.
Elements of Construction Management	ECT 70	Students will apply a CPM scheduling technique to a simple construction project. Students will be able to recognize common building construction theory and practices Students will be able to identify roles and responsibility of construction management, per industry standards Student will use Standard Construction Industry Terminology
Engineering Design Technology Work Experience	EDT 89	Students will demonstrate competency using skills developed in the IDE, EDT or MFG programs by developing and completing a project according to industry partner and/ or faculty advisor
Fundamentals of Construction Inspection	ECT 87	Identify building codes and construction standards applicable for a particular building type and location. students will document and report results of construction field inspections according to established guidelines. Students will be able to Identify improper wood framing field practices and defective field connections of steel framing.
Intermediate CAD	IDE 160	Students will be able to develop drawings using parametric solid modeling technology. Students will be able to create 3D models and the necessary views for production.
Intermediate CNC	MFG 260	Students will be able to apply CAD and CAM programming methods and procedures needed to produce an accurate part on the CNC machining center Perform and evaluate tooling and program verification and make corrections.
Introduction to CAD	MFG 110	70% of students will be able to create 3D solid models from 2D engineering prints using industry-representative methodology with 70% accuracy Students will convert 3D models to fully dimensioned 2D parametric engineering prints. 70% of students will demonstrate competency using geometric relations in the 2D sketching environment
Introduction to CAD	IDE 120	Students will be able to create CAD drawings and 3D models using given specifications. Select correct primary view and create a fully dimensioned print according to drafting standards and best practices. Create an efficient sketch using correct origin placement, geometric relations, and symmetry.
Introduction to CNC Programming	MFG 250	Students will be able to program and operate CNC lathes and mills. Students will be able to edit and input data into CNC machines by manual means.
Introduction to MasterCAM	MFG 180	Students will create 2.5 axis toolpaths required to operate CNC machining centers. Students will demonstrate the ability to create correct sequence of tool paths.
Introduction to Mechanical Principles	MFG 160	Identify common mechanical devices and their properties Create motion studies using CAD tools to identify and evaluate range of motion and interference problems
Introduction to Mechanical Principles	IDE 230	70% of students will be able to integrate existing components and devices into mechanical design solutions with 70% success 70% of students will be able to design CAD based mechanical devices that demonstrate a common mechanical principle with 70% success.
Introduction to Prototyping	IDE 170	Students will be able to generate a tool path sufficient to cut out a part profile using a CNC router Students will be able to construct prototype models using common prototyping methods and technologies.
Introduction to Shop Processes	IDE 130	Students will translate CAD plans into hand-built physical parts. Students will accurately produce specified 3D physical prototype objects using hand and power tools. 70% of students will pass all safety tests with 90% or greater
Legal Aspects of Construction	ECT 17	Identify the function and purpose of construction drawings, specifications, addenda, shop drawings and change orders Identify applicable codes, standards and procedures for building permits, material and labor payments, mechanic's lien, inspections and occupancy permits for the completion of a building's construction Explain contractual legal relationships among owner, architect contractor and sub-contractors Research and delineate applicable licensing requirements, construction business organizations, legal terminology and legal responsibilities
Manual Machining I	MFG 150	Set up the lathe to face off and turn down a work piece to a specific diameter Students will be able to square a vice to the machine table using a dial indicator Students will be able to locate the correct position to drill a hole using an edge finder and digital readout
Manual Machining II	MFG 155	70% of students can safely and successfully operate the auto feed controls on the metal lathe Demonstrate ability to perform basic mill set up and operation.
Manufacturing Processes and Materials	IDE 270	70% of students will be able to analyze and correctly explain the advantages and limitations of various manufacturing processes and materials 70% of the time 70% of students will create a comprehensive portfolio of professional quality
Product Design and Viability	IDE 250	70% of students will be able to effectively fabricate industry-representative prototypes using most appropriate processes and materials with 70% or greater accuracy 70% of students will produce engineering prints and bill of materials (BOM) for a proposed part or product with 70% or greater accuracy 70% of students will be able to source the most appropriate and cost-effective purchased part to address a particular design goal with 70% or greater accuracy
Reading Construction Drawings	ECT 67	Identify errors or conflicts in a set of construction drawings when applied to field conditions and take proper steps to verify, resolve, and minimize potential problems. Identify roles and responsibilities of building professionals with regard to the use of construction drawings and other contract documents. Read and interpret civil engineering, architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical construction drawings for buildings such as a single family house.
Science Concepts for Sustainable Design and Environmental Control	ARCH 180	Students will be able to identify passive heating and cooling systems and their applicability to buildings in different climates. Students will be able to evaluate Solar Geometry in relationship to architecture
Shop Practices	MFG 140	Students will cut machining blanks to correct size using two or more types of cut-off saws Students will demonstrate knowledge of safe working practices Correct use of calipers
World Architecture I	ARCH 250	Students will identify the major architectural works of ancient and classic civilizations. Students will be able to compare the architecture of ancient and classic civilizations.
World Architecture II	ARCH 251	Students will be able to identify the major architectural works from the Renaissance . Students will be able to describe the impact of the Industrial Revolution on architectural design and theory.

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