Architectural design
Assignment Criteria
1.) Create a new page on your website titled : Architectural Design. You will upload all information for your completed assignments and activities during this unit to this page for marking. Please make sure your titles are clear and the page is well organized making assignments easy to find for marking.
2.) Read through the entire Architectural Design unit to become familiar with the assignments and materials needed to complete the activities. All information you will need to complete this unit can be found below. There is also a folder for each activity for your reference if you need it.
3.) Complete all requirements for each activity from 1-6. You may need to watch videos or view PowerPoints or do research on the internet to meet the requirements of each assignments.
4.) Complete the final Project Activity found at the bottom of the page using Google Sketchup. Make sure your design meets the requirements of the challenge.
2.) Read through the entire Architectural Design unit to become familiar with the assignments and materials needed to complete the activities. All information you will need to complete this unit can be found below. There is also a folder for each activity for your reference if you need it.
3.) Complete all requirements for each activity from 1-6. You may need to watch videos or view PowerPoints or do research on the internet to meet the requirements of each assignments.
4.) Complete the final Project Activity found at the bottom of the page using Google Sketchup. Make sure your design meets the requirements of the challenge.
What is technical drawing?
Technical drawing is an important form of communication. Drawings are used to construct machines, buildings, highways, products and systems in our technical world. These drawings provide a graphic language and is the foundation of our design world. Drafting refers to the process of creating these drawings through application of drawing techniques used to describe size, shape and structure. These drawings are used by architects, designers, engineers, technicians, and trades people.
Isometric Drawing
Isometric drawings are used to illustrate an object at a 30 degree angle and tilted forward at 30 degrees. Three sides of the object are illustrated in this view.
Orthographic drawing
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Types of drawings
Technical Drawing Instruments
Architectural Drawings
Architectural drawing is that area of technical drawing dealing with the preparation of plans for habitations and other building construction. These drawings include a complete description of the size and shape of a structure's foundation, the inside and outside of the structure, the electrical system, the plumbing system and some might also include plans for driveways and landscaping.
Use the following documents for activity 5.
Planning a HouseSee Activity Folder 6 for information and assignment regarding planning houses.
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