Course Title: DES 286 Advanced CAD II
Term: Spring 

Course Description

Continuation of digital drafting per industry standards, with an introduction to digital rendering, to portray scale, line weights, and delineation of form to visualize, document and communicate interior environments. Lab fee. Offered Spring Term only.

 

COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES, OUTCOMES, AND GOALS 

Student project outcomes indicate developing competency in using digital design tools to do the following:

 

1. Learn design-industry standard softwares and tools used for digital design and rendering

2. Use Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools to create and modify interior spaces and forms

3. Use BIM and digital rendering tools in the communication of design ideas in 2D and 3D

4. Apply standard methods of graphic representation in the creation of usable technical drawings and documents

 

Project Assignment: In this course students complete three projects intended to develop competency in BIM tool application, starting with simple, guided directive based exercises and culminating in a student designed custom residential project (completed in coordination with DES 284 Residential Design).

 

Assignment 1: Introductory Exercise

Revit – Basic Modeling Exercise

This project will allow students to practice basic Revit modeling techniques to create a simple structure.

 

Project objectives: 

• To introduce BIM modeling skills 

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Project deliverables:  For full credit, students should follow the instructions given in Chapter 3-1 through 3-5 (pages 3-1 through 3-37) of the textbook to create a simple small office structure, using modeling, modification, and annotation tools to create walls, doors, windows, and rooms. 

 

• Example 1, Student 1.pdf

• Example 2, Student 2.pdf

 

Assignment 2: Office Upfit 

Midterm Project: The John T Wardlaw Partner in Residence Upfit

 

Project deliverables:  For full credit, the following drawings shall be created and turned in:

• 1 New Construction Floor Plan at 1/8” = 12”

• 1 Reflected Ceiling Plan at 1/8” = 12”

• At least 2 Interior Elevations at ½” = 12”

• At least 2 Enlarged Plans at ½” = 12”

• Room Schedule

• Door Schedule

• Your Revit File with other program requirements included

Project Program:   

1. Reception Area

   • Includes a custom reception desk and backdrop (this will be modeled using custom components, which will be introduced to the class on 3/14)

   • Includes seating for at least 4 in a waiting area

2. Open Work Area

   • Includes a minimum of 6 large cubicle stations (8’x8’) and 6 small stations (5’ desks)

   • Includes an open gathering/meeting space with table/seating/and a monitor

   • Additional seating and other amenities can be provided at your discretion

3. Copy Area

   • Includes at least 6’ of counter space + a freestanding copier

   • Can be open to the Open Work Area

4. File Room

   • At least 6’x8’

   • 16” deep Shelving on all walls

5. Two Offices

   • At least 10’x12’

   • Include a Large L-shaped desk and at least two guest chairs

   • Glass wall fronts on at least 1 side

6. Conference Room

   • Include table and seating for 4-6 people

   • Glass wall fronts on at least 1 side

7. Phone Room

   • Minimum 6’x8’ 

   • Glass wall front on at least 1 side

   • Includes a small table/desk and chair

8. Break Area

   • Includes at least 6 feet of counter space

   • Includes a full size refrigerator, sink, dishwasher,

   • Includes upper cabinets and a microwave spot

9. Private Toilet

   • Includes a toilet and sink

   • Located near the Break Area

   • Include thicker walls for sound/noise reduction

   • Fully ADA/ANSI compliant with symbols shown

 

• Example 1, Student 1.pdf

• Example 2, Student 2.pdf

 

Assignment 3: Final Project - Mountain Guest House

Final Project: Mountain Guest House

 The Final project will require students to use Revit to lay out a complete residence, a guest house located in the mountains of NC.

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Project objectives:

1. To utilize Revit to create multiple design drawings showing existing, demolition, and new construction of a space

2. To further develop and practice Revit modeling and drafting skills including components, families, materials, and sheets/layouts.

3. To demonstrate knowledge of common graphic and representational standards in the design industry as used in BIM software.

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Project deliverables:  For full credit, the following drawings shall be created and turned in:

• 1 New Construction Floor Plan at 1/4” = 12” for each floor of your house

• 1 Reflected Ceiling Plan at 1/4” = 12” for each floor of your house

• At least 2 Interior Elevations at ½” = 12”

• At least 2 Exterior Elevations at 1/4" = 12"

• At least 2 Enlarged Plans at ½” = 12”

• Room Schedule with finishes

• Door Schedule

• Furniture Schedule

• Your Revit File with other program requirements included

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• Example 1, Student 1.pdf

• Example 2, Student 2.pdf