Building Construction I

Catalog description

The course introduces building construction and materials, and their interrelationship with the environment. Masonry and wood construction and material systems are studied in light of both their inherent physical properties and their assemblies and integration with other systems, including the influences of site and climate. Historical references frame the development and use of the materials, while comparisons with relevant contemporary buildings provide analysis of disadvantages and/or advantages of each. There is also a parallel introduction to the basic techniques of graphic representation of the language of construction methods, and methods of designing and detailing. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: AAID 102 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3