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Virtual Architecture Activity Guide

Objectives Identify and appropriately select tools commonly used by architects, designers and homeowners for designing structures. Determine suitable replacements for a conventional residential exterior and use a computer program to apply a chosen modification. Rate and use systems of graphic communication and identify how CAD software fosters a common graphic language. Create an original 3D living room, bedroom or bathroom using the database of objects. Apply a variety of components of architectural 3D modeling, visualization and navigational tools in a problem solving experience. Incorporate doors and windows into a house design that are appropriate for that house and climate.

Cluster Standard

Career Ready Practice(s)

Day

Activity Name and Description

Level

Architectural Drawings Learn how to measure the plans on a blueprint using a scale ruler

AC-6

1

CRP 2

1

CRP 2 CRP 6 CRP 2 CRP 11 CRP 2 CRP 11 CRP 2 CRP 11 CRP 2 CRP 6

Architectural Design Tools Introduction to hand tools used by architects Using a CAD Program Use a CAD program to draw a simple floor plan

AC-1

1

2

AC-DES-6

1

Interior & Exterior Design Learn how to design the interior and exterior of a home using a 3D CAD program Landscape Design Continue working on the exterior landscaping design Sketching Furniture Introduction to the principles of interior design Introduction to Virtual Walk-Through Gain familiarity with design programs by enhancing 3D design skills Narrative Writing / Checkpoint Test Critical writing explaining 10 frequently asked questions from potential homebuyers and how a computer program can be used to demonstrate ideas to clients and Checkpoint Test Virtual Architecture Learn how to create doors and windows for the house started on Day 5 Design Brief Utilize virtual architecture technology and design to solve a chosen problem based upon the criterion outline in the module (Bonus) Internet Research - Great Buildings Explore popular buildings created by leading architects Argumentative Writing / Checkpoint Test Critical writing explaining the uses for various design software programs and Checkpoint Test Career Planning Research careers in the Architecture & Construction Career Cluster: Design/Pre-construction Career Pathway

AC-2 AC-DES-6 AC-2 AC-DES-6

1

3

1

4

AC-DES-6

1

AC-DES-6

2

CRP 2

5

CRP 2 CRP 4 CRP 9 CRP 11

AC-4 AC-DES-2

2

AC-DES-6

2

CRP 2

6

CRP 2 CRP 6 CRP 8 CRP 11

AC-DES-1 AC-DES-6 AC-DES-7

3

7

AC-4

2

CRP 2

9

CRP 2 CRP 4 CRP 9 CRP 11

AC-DES-2 AC-DES-6 AC-DES-7

3

10

AC-7

1

CRP 10

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