Advanced Architectural Principles

Course code DRFT 2110

Credit 5.0

Length 100.0 hours

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In this course, students will study and apply architectural design theory, sustainable initiatives such as LEED using the development and design process. Students develop knowledge in acceptable standards for preparing a portion of a set of plans and elevations drawings for a residential wood framed residence.

Prerequisites

DRFT 2100.

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Architectural design basics and process
  • Exterior design factors
  • Sustainable Design and LEED
  • Building a House
  • Construction procedures
  • Stages of Construction
  • Space planning
  • Site planning
  • Survey Systems
  • Legal descriptions
  • Bearings and Azimuths
  • Site plan requirements
  • Floor planning
  • Room relationships and sizes
  • Floor plan requirements
  • Elevations
  • Views and conventions
  • Roof styles
  • Exterior finishes
  • Door and window schedules

Course schedules

Select your program to see the available course schedules.

How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.