Reinforce the commands in AutoCAD and introduce software available in the disciplines of architecture, mechanical, and civil. A complete set of working drawings using CADD or manual drafting skills. Statics of particles and of rigid bodies in two dimensions. Analysis of structures, trusses, frames, machines, distributed forces, centroids and centers of gravity, loads and friction. Linear motion, friction, rectilinear motion, motion diagrams, Newton's law of motion, intertia force, dynamic equilibrium, curvilinear motion, centripetal force, projectile motion, work, energy, power.
Strength of materials is the study of properties of materials.
The effect of external forces on beams, tension members and the associated internal stresses are studied. This course introduces the basic principles of stress and strain. 16 wks 4 credits The arhitectural design and terminology required in the design planning of a residential structure. A complete set of residential working drawings will be drawn according to the Alberta building code. Topics will include lot selection, floor plan design, elevation drawings, foundation plan, cross-sections, stairs details, window and door schedules, structural design and drawings of required details and schedules.