Civil Engineering and Architecture
854
Syllabus
Instructor: Chuck DuPont *** Office Telephone: 508 485-9430 *** Ext: 1230
E-mail: cdupont@assabet.org
Course Description:
This course provides an overview of the fields of Civil Engineering and Architecture, while emphasizing the interrelationship and dependence of both fields on each other. Students use state of the art software to solve real world problems and communicate solutions to hands-on projects and activities. This course covers topics such as: The Roles of Civil Engineers and Architects, Project Planning, Site Planning, Building Design, Project Documentation and Presentation.
Course Purpose and Major Student – Centered Objectives:
In CEA students are introduced to important aspects of building and site design and development. They apply math, science, and standard engineering practices to design both residential and commercial projects and document their work using 3D architectural design software. Utilizing the activity-project-problem-based (APB) teaching and learning pedagogy, students will progress from completing structured activities to solving open-ended projects and problems that require them to develop planning, documentation, communication, and other professional skills.
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
· Identify and explain the application of principles and elements of design to architectural buildings.
· Understand the relationship among the stakeholders involved in the design and construction of a building project
· Calculate the heat loss for a building envelope with given conditions appropriate for the project.
· Identify applicable building codes and regulations that apply to a given development.
· Calculate the storm water runoff from a site before and after development.
· Document the design of a home using #D architectural design software and construction drawings.
· Modify system designs to incorporate energy conservation techniques.
Grading Breakdown –
· Term Grades will be calculated on a total point’s basis.
· Student grade = (Total Points Earned/Total Points Possible).
· Each term will count 30% towards the final grade.
· The final PLTW exam will count 10% towards the final grade.
Letter Grade System:
B+ 88–89 C+ 78-79 D+ 68 – 69
A 93-100 B 83-87 C 73-77 D 65 – 67
A- 90-92 B- 80-82 C- 70-72 F Below 65
Course Policies and Procedures:
Term Projects:
Term projects will be assigned per term and will align with the material currently being covered. The projects will require the use of the designated design process and proof of the use will be submitted in several ways including a report of the project. Typical term projects will include: Model House Build, 3D shed project, Commercial Building project. Projects will be turned in with a formal report, which will include but not limited to a perspective paper, sketches, Inventor drawings, photographs, graphs and test data, title page, and other relevant documents. Class time will be given to help complete the project, but work outside the classroom will be required to finish any of the projects
Classroom Etiquette:
There is no permissible use of iPods, cell phones, laptops, desktops, handheld gaming devices or similar devices in class at anytime. If a student is caught using one of the above devices they will be asked to turn it off and if the use continues the device will be collected and sent to the Dean of Students. Taking notes is encouraged by all students and will be added to the notebooks for periodical review. During lab computer equipment will be available to complete assignments.
Attendance:
After school help sessions will be on Wednesday and Thursday. You must sign up to prior to attending the help sessions. The class functions as a team. Any absence reduces the value of the course for every other student.
iPass:
iPass will be used to post all grades. Each student and parent has his or her own username and password, and will be able to see only their child’s information and grades. The website can be accessed anywhere there is internet access.
Pre-Engineering Website:
https://sites.google.com/a/assabet.org/pre-engineering
Extra Credit:
No extra credit work will be assigned, for any reason, ever.
Extra-Curricular Activities:
Students who participate in a extracurricular activity at Assabet Valley by being a member of a club or organization will have 2 points added to their term grade. Students must have documentation proving their involvement in the club and must maintain a GPA semester average of at least 3.0.
Schedule:
The schedule is subject to change.
SCHEDULE UNDER CONSTRUCTION
This syllabus is subject to change.