ARCH-113: Building Technology I

Course, prefix, number, & title: ARCH-113 Building Technology I

Hours (Class, recitation, Laboratory, studio): 2 class hours, 3 laboratory hours

Credits: 3

Co-requisites (if any): ARCH-111 or CONM-111

Course Description in college catalog:

An introduction to the basic materials and elements of construction. System analysis, including the study of materials properties and their proper selection. Fundamental principles of architectural drafting. Surveying existing conditions, development of drawings of plans, elevations, sections, and basic details from foundation to roof. An emphasis is on wood and masonry and shallow foundation systems.

Academic programs for which this course serves as a requirement or an elective:

A.A.S. Architectural Technology

General Education Outcomes: Below is a listing of General Education Outcome(s) that this course supports.

1. Use analytical reasoning to identify issues or problems and evaluate evidence in order to make informed decisions

2. Reason quantitatively as required in various fields of interest and in everyday life

Course-specific student learning outcomes:

Able to understand the relationship of technology to tectonics and architectural character.

Importance of environmental implications of specific materials and types of construction.

Understand the relationship of physiology and anatomy to building construction.

Program-specific outcomes

• Career Preparation and Advancement – Graduates will demonstrate mastery of the knowledge and skills needed for entry into or advancement in the field of Mechanical Engineering Technology.

• Engineering Competence - Graduates will be competent technicians with problem solving and design skills, and have the ability to apply mathematics, science and modern engineering software to solve mechanical engineering technology problems.

Other program outcomes (if applicable).

1. Integrate knowledge and skills in the program of study

Methods by which student learning will be assessed and evaluated; describe the types of methods to be employed; note whether certain methods are required for all sections:

Exams, drawings, assignments and performance

Academic Integrity policy (department or College):
Academic honesty is expected of all students. Any violation of academic integrity is taken extremely seriously. All assignments and projects must be the original work of the student or teammates. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any questions regarding academic integrity should be brought to the attention of the instructor. The following is the Queensborough Community College Policy on Academic Integrity: "It is the official policy of the College that all acts or attempted acts that are violations of Academic Integrity be reported to the Office of Student Affairs. At the faculty member's discretion and with the concurrence of the student or students involved, some cases though reported to the Office of Student Affairs may be resolved within the confines of the course and department. The instructor has the authority to adjust the offender's grade as deemed appropriate, including assigning an F to the assignment or exercise or, in more serious cases, an F to the student for the entire course." Read the University's policy on Academic Integrity opens in a new window.

Disabilities
Any student who feels that he or she may need an accommodation based upon the impact of a disability should contact the Office of Accessibility Services in Science Building, Room S-132, 718-631-6257, to coordinate reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. You can visit the Office of Accessibility Services website.