DRFT 1274: Single Family Residences
Effective date
September 2021
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
In this course students build on architectural residential design practices by applying the appropriate codes and theory of wood framing for residential structures. Students develop knowledge in acceptable standards for preparing a set of framing drawings of a residential wood framed residence.
This course is part of the full-time Architectural Technician, Civil/Structural Technician, Steel Detailing Technician Certificate Programs.
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Construct residential drawing plans using accurate drafting standards
- Assemble and construct building views using the correct CAD tools and formats
- Use and apply residential building codes to create graphical representations of structures
- Use graphic conventions to represent building practices and components in drawings
- Research vendor suppliers to find correct products for drawings
- Apply vendor specifications to drawings
- Collect and classify a list of components to create schedules in drawings
- Use tables to calculate and select structural framing requirements
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 50
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 94
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 6
Total Hours: 150
Instructional Strategies
Lectures, handouts, group/team participation, field trip, props, videos and project/problem based learning activities are used.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Quizzes/Tests
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10
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Terminology quiz
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Exam
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25
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Residential
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Project
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65
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A set of residential drawings of approx. equal value
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Course topics
- CAD and Architectural drafting standards
- Room layouts
- Floor framing methods
- Floor plans
- Foundation plans
- Span and framing tables
- Stairs
- Elevations
- Roof styles
- Door and window schedules
Learning resources
Architectural Drafting and Design (Jefferis/Madsen)
Canadian Wood Frame Construction (CMHC) & Glossary
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.