Civil Engineering & Architecture
Course outline and study materials provided below.
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- In this course, high school students are introduced to the design and construction of residential & commercial buildings. They will learn how to read architectural plans and document their own work using CAD software. Designed for ~10th-12th grades, but younger students are welcome.
- Prerequisites: Algebra 1 or Integrated Math 1
- Textbook and Workbook for this class: Civil Engineering & Architecture, by Matteson et al, ISBN 978-1435441644 Amazon link The accompanying workbook is Civil Engineering & Architecture (Workbook), by O'Hara et al, ISBN 978-1435441651 Amazon link There are lots of used copies of these books online.
- Supplies: You will need a scientific calculator Amazon link, and various types of graph paper throughout the course Printfreegraphpaper.com.
- CAD: Fairly early in the course, you will need to download AutoDesk Revit. It's free, but you will need proof that you're a student, and not just someone trying to get free software. This is usually not a problem for homeschoolers, but email me with any questions. AutoDesk Student link
- You will need access to a relatively modern computer with internet connection. A computer less than 5 years old should suffice. You will need a webcam and mike to participate in the class.
- Homework: You'll be turning in your homework on Canvas. You will receive a join code.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Overview of Civil Engineering and Architecture
Lesson 1.1 Principles and Elements of Design
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Lesson 1.2 Hand Sketching and Plan Development
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Unit 2: Residential Design
Lesson 2.1 Building Design and Construction
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Lesson 2.2 Cost and Efficiency Analysis
Finish CAD Drawings for 12x16 Util Shed
- Concrete Pad Estimate
- Shed Cost Estimate
- Heat Loss and Gain Calculations
Finish CAD Drawings for 12x16 Util Shed
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Lesson 2.3 Residential Design
- Begin "Affordable Housing" Design Project
- Project Background
- List of Constraints/Requirements
- Sustainable (Green) Design
- The Client Interview
- Introduction to Building Codes
- Sketching the Floor Plan
- Handicap and Accessibility (ADA)
- Foundations
- Concrete Estimate
- Electrical System
- Water Supply
- Plumbing Layout
- Wastewater
- Stormwater Runoff
- Finish CAD Drawings for House
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Unit 3: Commercial Design
Lesson 3.1 Commercial Building Systems
- Begin "Library Renovation" Project
- Land Use and Development
- Commercial Wall Systems
- Commercial Roof Systems
- Commercial Framing
- Commercial Floor Systems
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Lesson 3.2 Structures
- Structural Elements
- Structural Design
- Loads
- Joist Span Tables
- Beams
- Floor Framing
- Foundation Types
- Spread Footings
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Lesson 3.3 Services and Utilities
- Wastewater Management
- Energy Codes
- Electrical Systems
- HVAC Systems
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Lesson 3.4 Site Layout
Finish Design Calculations for Library Renovation
Finish CAD Drawings
- Surveying
- Parking Lot Design
- Soils Testing
- Stormwater Management
- Landscaping
- Cut and Fill
- Road Design
Finish Design Calculations for Library Renovation
Finish CAD Drawings
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Unit 4: Project Development (How to make money doing all this)
Lesson 4.1
- Team Building
- Property Legal Descriptions
- Project Management
Lesson 4.2
- Project Economic Viability
- Writing a Client Proposal
- Billing for Design Services