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Residential Construction Topics (ARCH 1020)
Total Credits:
2
Lecture Credits:
2
Description:
The course focuses on the technology needed to construct residential projects. You will explore various residential construction systems, including foundation systems, wood-framed construction, insulation methods, water-resistive barriers, exterior doors and windows, as well as exterior and interior finishes. You will also be introduced to alternative building materials and sustainable construction methods. The course will also include an analysis of project assemblies introduced in
ARCH 1000.
Topical Outline:
1. Components, materials and construction methods common in residential construction
2. Typical areas of particular concern including air infiltration, waterproofing, flashing and connections/joints
3. Research and evaluation of project-appropriate materials and systems such as: structural systems, roofing and exterior wall assemblies, door and window products and installation, and mechanical systems
4. Residential building code application and interpretation
Learning Outcomes:
1. Identify and describe the use of standard residential construction materials, including their properties and applications for residential construction practices.
2. Determine the proper assembly and sequence of residential construction materials through architectural detail drawings.
3. Evaluate construction industry standards and conventions for building materials, assemblies, and products for appropriate use in residential construction.
4. Conduct research on a residential building material to understand its physical properties, use in construction, material safety and qualifications as a sustainable building material
5. Design code-compliant residential details, assemblies or spaces
Prerequisites:
Placement into:
READ 0200 or
ESOL 0052 or completion of
READ 0100 or
ESOL 0042