It introduces students to advanced architectural design concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of CAD tools in the design and execution of site and foundation plans as well as topographical information and detail drawings of stairs and wall sections. Teaming and problem-solving skills are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are apprenticeships, internship, and cooperative education. Drafting-Architectural II is a prerequisite.
Geometry is a recommended prerequisite.
Drafting-Engineering II Offered second semester for high school juniors, this course is one semester in length, one block per day, and offers one unit of credit. It focuses on engineering graphics related subjects introducing the student to symbol libraries, industry standards, and sectioning techniques. Mathematics, science, and mechanical engineering concepts are reinforced in this course. Work-based learning strategies appropriate for this course are apprenticeship, internships, and cooperative education. Drafting I is a prerequisite.