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Core Standards of the Course
Standard 01
The student will be able to understand architectural design fundamentals.
Objective 0101
Identify the historical influences that helped shape today's home designs.
Objective 0102
Recognize and describe the elements of contemporary dwellings.
Objective 0103
Discuss current trends in architecture.
Objective 0104
List family needs that should be considered when planning a dwelling. related fine arts credit: (1, 2, 6, 10, 13, 14, 15)
Standard 02
The student will be able to understand and apply planning for the sleeping, living, and service areas.
Objective 0201
Discuss factors that are important in the design of bedrooms, bathrooms, and closets. Apply those design elements to sketches and drawings.
Objective 0202
Discuss factors that are important in the design of living rooms, entryways, foyers, porches, and courts. Apply those design elements to sketches and drawings.
Objective 0203
Discuss factors that are important in the design of kitchens, clothes care centers, and garages. Apply those design elements to sketches and drawings.
Objective 0204
Discuss home construction costs using the cost per square foot. Discuss cost per type of construction, affordability, and the cost of amenities.
Objective 0205
Discuss accessibility requirements and the cost impact. related fine arts credit: (1, 2, 6, 10, 13, 14, 15)
Standard 03
The student will be able to understand how to design a residential floor plan.
Objective 0301
List the information required on a typical floor plan.
Objective 0302
Represent typical materials using standard architectural symbols.
Objective 0303
Design and draw (to scale) a residential floor plan using the accepted symbols and techniques.
Objective 0304
Draw the dimensions of a floor plan in a clear and precise manner which complies with architectural standards.
Objective 0305
Recognize the difference between a good and poor drawing of a floor plan.
Objective 0306
Discuss accessibility requirements for good functional utility. related fine arts credit: (1, 2, 4, 6, 10, 13, 14, 15, 18)
Standard 04
The student will be able to understand how to analyze, calculate, and design footings and foundations.
Objective 0401
List the major considerations when designing a footing for a residential foundation.
Objective 0402
Describe the procedure for staking out a house location.
Objective 0403
Analyze a typical floor plan to determine the appropriate foundation.
Objective 0404
Discuss the design considerations for wood, concrete, and masonry foundation walls.
Objective 0405
Calculate the load to be supported by a beam.
Objective 0406
Discuss different design requirements for basements, crawl spaces, or slabs on grade construction. related fine arts credit: (1, 2, 4, 6, 10, 13, 14, 15)
Standard 05
The student will be able to understand how to layout exterior and interior elevations and millwork details.
Objective 0501
List features that should be included on an exterior elevation.
Objective 0502
Identify the dimensions commonly shown on elevations.
Objective 0503
Illustrate symbols that are often found on elevations.
Objective 0504
Draw a typical exterior elevation which demonstrates proper techniques.
Objective 0505
Draw millwork elevations and special details for kitchen cabinets, bathroom cabinets, and linen, wardrobe, and utility closets and cabinets.
Objective 0506
Draw details for special built-ins.
Objective 0507
Use proper architectural call-outs. related fine arts credit: (1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 20)
Standard 06
The student will be able to understand how to layout wall construction.
Objective 0601
Name the components of a typical frame wall.
Objective 0602
Explain the methods of frame wall construction.
Objective 0603
Interpret the information shown on a ceiling joist span data chart and trusses.
Objective 0604
Draw a typical wall section and full cross sections. related fine arts credit: (1, 2, 6, 10, 13, 14, 15)
Standard 07
The student will be able to understand how to layout plot plans.
Objective 0701
Draw a plot plan or site plan for a residence.
Objective 0702
Show grade elevations against the home, the contours of the lot, and corners of the lot for drainage away from the home.
Objective 0703
Show water, power, gas, and sewer lines and/or septic tank, and the drainage field where appropriate.
Objective 0704
Show walks, driveways, patios, and other onsite improvements.
Objective 0705
Show the relationship of the finished floor elevation of the home and the finished grade around the home. related fine arts credit: (4, 7)
Standard 08
The student will be able to understand how to layout stair details.
Objective 0801
Draw interior and exterior stair details appropriate to those found in your home.
Objective 0802
Stair details should comply with applicable building codes.
Objective 0803
Show hand rails, guards rails, and other safety features.
Objective 0804
Use and label correct materials in stair details. related fine arts credit: (8, 22)
Standard 09
The student will be able to understand how to layout fireplace details.
Objective 0901
Draw fireplace details, including vertical and horizontal cross sections through the fire box and full vertical cross sections through the chimney.
Objective 0902
Fireplace details should meet seismic requirements for its locale.
Objective 0903
Draw the full front elevation of the fireplace.
Objective 0904
Discuss other alternative fireplace or stove type heating. related fine arts credit: (8)
Standard 10
The student will be able to understand how to layout electrical plans.
Objective 1001
Draw electric plans for all floors of your architectural design to comply with National Electrical Code (NEC).
Objective 1002
Use correct architectural and national electrical code symbols.
Objective 1003
Show the correct location of smoke detectors in the dwelling as per code.
Standard 11
The student will be able to understand how to complete a door, window, and finishing schedules.
Objective 1101
Draw a window schedule that would include window size, make, material, and type of glazing.
Objective 1102
Draw a door schedule that would include door size, style, type of lockset, special features, and jamb size.
Objective 1103
Draw a finish schedule that would include different types of wall and ceiling finishes, types of floor coverings, special wainscot wall finishes, etc.
Standard 12
The student will be able to write specifications and description of materials for a set of residential plans.
Objective 1201
Prepare a specification index utilizing standard CSI 16-division format.
Objective 1202
Prepare an outline specification utilizing the 3-part section format.
Objective 1203
Write a complete specification sector using the imperative language format.
Standard 13
The student will understand the need for professional development.
Objective 1301
Complete a personal inventory
Objective 1302
Set and meet goals
Objective 1303
Motivate yourself
Objective 1304
Decision making
Objective 1305
Manage time
Objective 1306
Organize personal belongings and lab equipment
Objective 1307
Communicate verbally
Objective 1308
Write effective communications
Objective 1309
Establish a personal reading program
Objective 1310
Develop effective work skills and attitudes
Objective 1311*
Master a working knowledge of SkillsUSA-SKILLSUSA-VICA
- learn the acronym SkillsUSA-SKILLSUSA-VICA
- state the SkillsUSA-SKILLSUSA-VICA motto
- state the SkillsUSA-VICA creed
- learn the SkillsUSA-VICA colors
- describe the official SkillsUSA-VICA dress
- describe the procedure for becoming a SkillsUSA-VICA officer
Standard 14
The student will understand the need for leadership skills.
Objective 1401
Serve on a committee
Objective 1402
Prepare an agenda
Objective 1403
Assist in planning a meeting
Objective 1404
Review basic parliamentary procedure
Objective 1405
Participate in a school project
Objective 1406
Attend a community meeting
Objective 1407
Practice effective speaking
Objective 1408
Present a 3-5 minute talk
Objective 1409
Implement a leadership project
Objective 1410*
Master a working knowledge of SkillsUSA-VICA
- Describe the meaning of the SkillsUSA-VICA emblem
- State the SkillsUSA-VICA pledge
- Describe the duties of a SkillsUSA-VICA officer
Standard 15
The student will understand the need for career planning.
Objective 1501
Define your future occupation
Objective 1502
Survey employment opportunities
Objective 1503
Report on a trade journal article
Objective 1504
Explore opportunities for advanced training
Objective 1505
Conduct a worker interview
Objective 1506
Contact a professional association
Objective 1507
Explore entrepreneurship opportunities
Objective 1508
Give a talk about your career
Objective 1509
Review career goals
Standard 16
The student will understand the need for employment skills.
Objective 1601
Develop a list of work standards to follow at school and on the job
Objective 1602
Evaluate your personal ethics
- Evaluate your personal ethics against acceptable workplace ethics
Objective 1603
Build a job search network
Objective 1604
Find job leads
Objective 1605
Write a resume
Objective 1606
Create a job portfolio
Objective 1607
Complete a job application
Objective 1608
Write a business letter and memo
Objective 1609
Participate in an actual or simulated job interview
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