MATC 2025-26 Catalog

DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

flow of liquid water, heat, air and water vapor, as well as fire ratings and other applicable requirements of the International Building Code. Documentation includes detailed sections, framing plans and roof plans. Prerequisite(s): Complete ARCHT-121. ARCHT-131 Credits: 2 Mechanical and Environmental Systems 1 This course is an introduction to the broad field of mechanical systems as they relate to building design. It will provide students with the information and tools they require to assess the need for those systems in buildings. Emphasis is on understanding the fundamentals of heat transfer, thermal properties, building component locations, and the interrelationships of mechanical systems and building. Students will be expected to use the knowledge gained to read and interpret HVAC drawings. Prerequisite(s): Complete ARCHT-109. ARCHT-132 Credits: 2 Mechanical and Environmental Systems 2 A course designed to teach students the basic concepts of plumbing, electrical illumination, fire protection and acoustical systems as they pertain to human comfort and safety in buildings. The student will develop the ability to produce architectural/mechanical drawings and to perform initial calculations for sizing water supply systems, electrical systems and lighting layouts. Prerequisite(s): Complete ARCHT-103 and ARCHT-131. ARCHT-141 Credits: 2 Architectural Practices and Procedures This course introduces students to the practice of architecture. It reviews in some detail the AIA documents and procedures used in the design and construction of buildings as they proceed through an architectural office, from initial design concept, to construction documentation, to final construction. The possible roles the architectural technician may play in this process are explored. Prerequisite(s): Complete ARCHT-103. ARCHT-150 Credits: 2 Introduction to Revit This course introduces the student to 3D computer drafting and BIM (Building Information Modeling) using Revit software. It builds on students’ base knowledge of industry standard working drawings and construction materials as the basis for developing Revit models. The student will learn how to construct Parametric drawings for a building or structure; including Plans, Elevations, and Sections, as well as Axonometric views. Annotation strategies, such as Dimensioning and Text will also be covered. Employing title block templates and sheet composition, students will prepare industry standard drawing sets for presentation. Prerequisite(s): Complete ARCHT-101, CIVIL-102 or INDSGN-102.

ANTECH-187 Credits: 4 Anesthesia Technology Clinical Experience This course is a continuation of ANTECH-186 and provides the practical application to perfect skills and knowledge through a wider range of cases. Students begin to take a more active and responsible part in the day-to-day tasks associated with their clinical duties. A written journal detailing the clinical phase of instruction will be required. ARCHT – Architectural Technology (Department 614) ARCHT-101 Credits: 4 Architectural Theory and Drawing 1 This course introduces students to the architectural process and the basic skills required of the technician, such as architectural lettering, freehand sketching and reading architectural drawings. Students are also introduced to the computer as a tool to be used in architectural projects. ARCHT-103 Credits: 5 Architectural Theory and CADD 3 Students are expected to continue developing their skills in architectural design, detailing, sketching and computer applications. They will further explore the design process and be introduced to site planning and architectural design and development principles. The emphasis in construction documentation, detailing and building information modeling will be on commercial construction systems, such as reinforced concrete and steel. Computer work will include expanded applications for CADD modeling and presentation programs. Prerequisite(s): Complete ARCHT-109. ARCHT-104 Credits: 5 Architectural Theory and CADD 4 Students are expected to use the knowledge gained in previous courses in the development of a design project of their own choosing and the associated construction documentation. Students will be expected to use the computer in the development of at least 75% of this final project. Additional computer work will include integration and budgeting, estimating, and specification writing assignments in ARCHT-141 Architectural Practices and Procedures. Prerequisite(s): Complete ARCHT-103. ARCHT-105 Credits: 2 Architectural History This course offers an introduction to the field of architecture. An appreciation for architecture is developed through an overview of architectural history and an analysis of architectural design and construction concepts that have been applied to buildings from the Egyptian period through the present time and into the future.

ARCHT-107

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Building Estimating This course introduces the student to Building Estimating. It covers basic techniques, practices, procedures of “quantity takeoffs,” and calculating material and labor requirements for residential and commercial building construction. The course also reviews design, bidding and contract administration phases of a project, including introductory aspects of project scheduling and construction management. Prerequisite(s): Complete ARCHT-109. ARCHT-110 Credits: 2 Computer Applications for Architecture This computer applications course is designed to provide students with word processing, spreadsheet, and PowerPoint and internet skills used in the field of architecture. Additionally, the course is designed to introduce students to AutoCAD and the interface of the software with the MS Windows environment and the internet. ARCHT-112 Credits: 4 Architectural Theory and CADD 2 The second of four studio courses that make up the core of the Architectural Technology program. Students continue developing their skills in architectural drafting, sketching and 2D architectural computer applications. The early stages of the design process, use of architectural reference materials for research and presentations are covered. Universal design and energy responsive design are introduced with emphasis on wood and masonry construction. Prerequisite(s): Complete ARCHT-101. Must be admitted to the Architectural Technology program (10-614-1). ARCHT-120 Credits: 3 Structural Systems and Components The main objective of this course is to identify structural systems and explain how they function. Emphasis is placed on the relationship between component parts and the structure as a whole. This is accomplished through the use of descriptions, computations and analysis. Prerequisite(s): Complete ARCHT-101. ARCHT-121 Credits: 2 Architectural Materials and Methods 1 ARCHT-121 is a detailed examination of light wood frame construction – foundations, floors, walls, roofs and finishes. Topics include construction details and sequencing, documentation with wall section and framing plan, loads, load paths, member sizing, UDC requirements, water penetration, and transfer of heat, air, and water vapor. ARCHT-122 Credits: 3 Architectural Materials and Methods 2 ARCHT-122 covers the common materials and methods of commercial construction including masonry, heavy timber, structural frames, steel, site-cast and precast concrete, deep foundations, cladding, and low-slope roofs. The course covers the general structural behavior of each of these systems. It covers how assemblies control the

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