Course Syllabus

Honors Drafting III-Architecture

 

Ms. Batchelor     kaitlyn.batchelor@ucps.k12.nc.us

Room G104 704-292-7662 x 7076

 

Description

Students in Drafting III will learn to apply knowledge associated with the design and 

construction of multi-level residences. Utilizing skills such as math, science, and 

technology, students prepare for work in a high demand industry. Students will learn to operate AutoDesk Revit as well as learn the basics of floor plan design. 

 

Course Objectives

 

1.00 Understand Foundation Design, Calculations and Construction.

  1.01 Understand terms and definitions relating to foundation design, calculations 

and construction.

1.02 Understand use of footings, foundation walls, girders, piers, ventilation, and 

slab floor/foundations.

2.00 Apply procedures to Create Basic Electrical Design Concepts. 

2.01 Apply terms and symbols used indicate electrical fixtures in a residential 

design. 

2.02 Apply the rules and standards electrical fixture placement.

2.03 Apply the rules and standards for electrical fixture placement and create an 

electrical/lighting plan using 3D CAD software, such as Revit Architecture.

3.00 Apply procedures to create Stair/Railing Designs for construction. 

3.01 Apply terms and definitions relating to stair design and construction.

3.02 Apply the parts and standards used to construct various stair system and 

types (Straight, Curved, with landings and turns). 

3.03 Apply the calculations for rise, run, total rise, total run, and floor cutout.

3.04 Apply typical railing design and construction for stairs, landings and decks.

3.05 Apply accepted procedures to draw plans for stair construction using 3D 

software, such as Revit Architecture.  

4.00 Apply procedures to create Advanced Kitchen and Bath details. 

4.01 Apply terms, concepts and elements related to kitchen and bath details and 

design.

4.02 Apply plans for kitchen cabinet drawings, standard sizes and configurations.

4.03 Apply procedures to draw enlarged detailed plans and interior elevations for 

kitchens and baths using 3D CAD software, such as Revit Architecture. 

5.00 Apply procedures to Create Multi-level Residential Floor plans.

5.01 Understand terms, definitions and accepted principles related to 2-story or 

multi-level residential space planning.

5.02 Understand residential door and window types (review of Level II Arch).

5.03 Understand floor plan symbols for doors, windows and room identification.

5.04 Understand the steps in drawing, dimensionings, and annotating a 2-story or 

multi-level floor plan.

5.05 Apply procedures to design, draw and annotate a 2 story or multi-level floor 

plan, including foundation plan using 3D CAD, BIM software.

6.00 Apply Procedures to create a Site Development Plan. 

6.01 Apply terms related to site development.

6.02 Apply factors to be considered when developing a site for residential 

construction.

6.03 Apply the lines, symbols, and features found on site plans. 

6.04 Apply how to develop a site plan drawing.

6.05 Apply accepted procedures to draw a site plan for a residential structure 

using 3D CAD software, such as Revit Architecture.

7.00 Apply procedures and construction techniques to create a small commercial 

building design.

7.01 Apply various types of small commercial design projects.

7.02 Apply the different construction practices from residential to commercial; 

metal studs vs. wood construction, steel beams.

7.03 Apply commercial reflected ceiling plans, including lighting layout, 

electrical and fire protection symbols.

7.04 Apply grid and column design and layout, labeling.

7.05 Apply multi-story stair design for commercial buildings.

7.06 Apply procedures to draw a small commercial building using 3D CAD 

software, such as Revit Architecture.

8.00 Apply procedures to create renderings and walkthroughs.

8.01 Apply the definition, purpose and techniques for a 3D rendering of a 

building.

8.02 Apply interior lighting and exterior solar effects on a building design.

8.03 Apply how camera angles affect perspective views of a building, interior and 

exterior.

8.04 Apply 3D building walkthroughs.

8.05 Apply CAD techniques to create a 3D rendering of an architectural model 

using 3D CAD software, such as Revit Architecture.

 

Industry Credential:

Students will have the opportunity to earn an industry certification in AutoDesk 

Revit. This being an industry certification, accommodations can be provided for extended time, separate room, and read aloud with proper documentation.

 

Grading Policy

All assignments are available through the end of each six weeks. Once assignments close 

at the end of the six weeks, late work will no longer be accepted. All homework/classwork grades are input within two days of due date as listed in 

Canvas, quizzes are input the same day, and tests are in the gradebook within a week. 

Progress reports/report cards will be sent home every 3 weeks.Students and parents can check grades at any time via the ParentPortal, access information should be the same as the previous school year. 

Homework/Classwork 40% 

Quizzes 25%

Tests 35%

 

Final Exam Exemptions

This is a teacher made exam, that means you will be able to exempt at the end of the 

semester. In order to exempt the exam you must have either an A or B average (T4, T5, 

and T6) at the end of the semester. 

 

Final Grades:

As per the UCPS Board of Education grades for the semester are calculated as follows:

1st Six Weeks 25%

2nd Six Weeks 25%

3rd Six Weeks 25%   

Final Grade 25%

 

Tutoring

Tutoring is available every morning from 7:15-7:45. Afternoon tutoring is by 

appointment only.

 

Supplies

1” 3-Ring binder

¼” Graph Paper  (11x17)

4GB Flash Drive

¼” Architectural Template

¼” Furniture Template

Drafting Triangles

     Final Project:

Foam core board (or some other building materials)

Presentation folder/portfolio

      

Resources

All AutoDesk software is available for download, free at students.autodesk.com (This can 

only be done on a PC, and not the school issued Chromebook).

EmpowerED Family Portal (https://www.ucps.k12.nc.us/domain/2917)



Assignments/Assessments

Homework/Classwork

Students will spend the semester designing and creating a single story residence. All facets of design and construction will be drawn and input into the Revit software.

 Quizzes

Quizzes may be short answer, drawing, or multiple choice usually ranging 

between 5-10 questions.

Tests

There will be a multiple choice unit test for each topic lasting no more than 50 

questions. The certification exam will have questions based within the Revit 

system.

 

Class Procedures/Expectations

Students are expected to be in assigned seats when the bell rings.

Attendance will be taken based on the seating chart, if you are not in your seat you will 

be marked absent.

Students should check Canvas for any information when absent. Students are allowed 

two days for makeup work, for each day missed. 

Students will use the Drafting Lab computers for Drafting only.

Chromebooks are not needed for this course; however, there may be some instances 

where it will be useful.

A bell-ringer/quiz/assignment will be available for students to begin working 

immediately.

Students will remain at their assigned seats until the bell rings to dismiss for the next 

class.

Late assignments will lose 10 points per day, up to 7 days. Any assignment turned in past 

7 days late can receive at maximum a 30.

 

Classroom Rules

No food or drinks allowed in the classroom

No throwing objects or paper

No disruptions of class time

No horseplay

No Internet without permission

No downloading/No games

No phones

No rolling in classroom chairs

 

Canvas

The majority of assignments will be submitted on our learning platform, Canvas. Most 

assignments will be uploaded; however, on occasion students will share google 

documents. Quizzes will also be given via Canvas unless they contain sketching. Although grades will show in Canvas, the students’ grades in PowerSchool are the official record.

Course Summary:

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