ARC 215 Construction Documents

4 credits

Introduction to the architect’s practice. Study problems involved in the personal, ethical, and legal relationships between architect, engineer, owner, and contractor. The organization and day-to-day problems of the architect’s office are reviewed. Study building codes, laws, zoning regulations, legal AIA documents, CSI format specifications and their applications. Introduction to working drawings and preparation of cost estimating bids. Two hours lecture, four hours studio.