Introduces basic drafting skills and concepts with an emphasis on projection theory.

Develops fundamental skills for computer aided drafting (CAD) with an emphasis on the application of AutoCAD.

Explores 3D modeling fundamentals and how they apply to simple geometric forms and building modeling. Hands-on use of Revit and other industry-standard 3D modeling applications.

Develops fundamental skills for computer aided drafting (CAD) with an emphasis on the application of AutoCAD. This course combines all content from AEC 101 & AEC 102. It is intended for students who have not taken AEC 101.

Develops a fundamental understanding of construction materials, sizes, detailing, volume estimates, and applications related to the building industry.

Covers development of 3D models and construction drawings utilizing industry standard 3D BIM software. Emphasis on residential architectural construction in modeling and documentation.

Covers development of construction documents utilizing industry-standard 3D building information modeling software. Emphasis on creating complete plan sets by building on work completed in AEC 121, with the goal of finalizing industry standard, permit-ready plan sets.

Develops fundamental concepts and skills for civil engineering and survey. Applies general survey principles in team survey activities.

Develops fundamental skills to work with surfaces and points in civil engineering drafting. Emphasizes the application of Civil 3D.

Develops fundamental skills in roadway design in civil engineering drafting. Emphasizes creating and editing plan views, profile views, section views, and corridors.

Introduces essential Building Information Modeling tools and concepts for developing a multi-story commercial building. Emphasis on design intent and commercial industry best practices in modeling and documentation.

Continues on building project started in AEC 171 using intermediate to advanced BIM tools/techniques in coordinate systems, phasing, and detailing. Strong emphasis on extracting information from a building model and coordinating multiple project files. Continues development towards a full set of industry standard construction drawings.

Develops fundamental skills in site planning, pipe networks design, and quantity take-off in civil engineering drafting with an emphasis on the application of Civil 3D.

Develops skills in topographic survey, data collection using robotic total stations, and topographic map creation using Civil 3D.

Explores multi-discipline building information modeling tools while developing structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Emphasizes collaboration, introduces the fundamentals of custom content creation, and integrates with AEC 274.

Integrates BIM skills acquired during the AEC program pathway while exploring virtual design and construction (VDC) processes and tools. Students work collaboratively to assemble a multi-discipline building model for evaluation of construction processes and presentation to stakeholders.