ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIES
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

EXPLORATORY AND INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIES (3 credits) 
All Grade 9 students go through the Exploratory Program.  Students deciding to enter the field of architectural technologies will be instructed in program safety and use and care of drafting tools.  Students are introduced to the basic concepts of architectural technologies, including basic lettering, lines, standard conventions of drawing principles and manual drafting equipment.  Students begin with small sketching assignments and progress to geometric construction.  Technology-related mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, blueprint reading and science are integrated throughout the curriculum.

RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING PRINCIPLES (3 credits) 
In Grade 10, students receive instruction and demonstrate skills in basic equipment use, geometric terms and construction, sketching, correct tool use, basic computer aided drafting and design (CADD), reproduction methods, orthographic and isometric projection, wall framing, floor systems, roof/ceiling framing and graphic standards.  Students continue to receive instruction in safety requirements and demonstrate sound safety practices.  Technology-related mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, blueprint reading and science are integrated throughout the course. 

ADVANCED RESIDENTIAL AND BASIC COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION DRAFTING AND DESIGN (3 credits) 
In Grade 11, students receive instruction and demonstrate skills in computer-aided drafting, dimensioning, sectioning, key views of objects, design concepts, three views of a drawing, isometric drawings, construction methods and processes, one-, two- and three-point perspective, and the differences between a working drawing and a presentation drawing.  Students will perform in-school architectural design projects for customers.  Students continue to receive instruction in safety requirements and demonstrate sound safety practices.  Students reaching an acceptable level of proficiency may be eligible for Work Based Learning (WBL).  Technology-related mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, blueprint reading and science are integrated throughout the curriculum. 

COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION DESIGN AND BUSINESS PRACTICES (3 credits)
In Grade 12, students receive instruction and demonstrate skills in cabinet design, engineered lumber, foundation types, site plans, roof designs, ceiling designs, section drawings, masonry, electrical fixtures, electrical loading and circuits, septic, well and city water, and electrical and plumbing codes.  Students continue to receive instruction in safety requirements and demonstrate sound safety practices.  Students will perform in-school architectural design projects for customers.  Students will demonstrate the ability to complete a job application and interview and to perform entry-level job readiness and trade skills.  Students reaching an acceptable level of proficiency may be eligible for Work Based Learning (WBL).  The National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) exam is administered in the second half of the senior year.  Technology-related mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, blueprint reading and science are integrated throughout the curriculum. 

Students can choose to further their education at numerous colleges and universities across the country in order to obtain a two-year or four-year degree in the areas of architectural, structural, or civil engineering.  A five-year program within a school of architecture leads to licensure as an architect.  Immediate employment opportunities include engineering technician; Computer-aided architectural design/drafter, or illustrator.

*College Career Pathways – Students successfully completing this program can receive advanced college credit.