32 Credits DIP 3498, Academic Catalog 2024-2025
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Award Description
This program prepares students for application of basic technical skills in support of Architects engaged in designing/developing commercial buildings.
Campus: North Mankato
Program Start Dates: Fall and Spring Semester
Estimate for 32 credit program
Tuition is paid on a semester by semester basis and will vary depending on the courses and total credits you take.
Tuition and Fees: $6,561
Tools and Equipment: $ n/a
Total Estimated Cost: $6,561 *
Compare the costs and you'll see that tuition at South Central College is much more affordable than other institutions.
*Based on 2023-2024 tuition and fees rates. Does not include extra expenses for online delivery, course fees, or course differential. Books, transportation, and living expenses also not included.
The course requirements listed below are specific to the current school year (noted above). If you need to view the program from previous years view our Catalog Archive.
Required Technical Courses (10 Courses)
You must complete all of the following courses:
BDET1100 Introduction to Building Design and Energy Technology (1 Credit)
Overview of academic preparation and career opportunities in the field of: Architectural, Mechanical-Electrical-Plumbing (MEP), structural, building design and energy technology. (Prerequisite: None)
BDET1110 Studio I (4 Credits)
This is an introductory studio course for students interested in Building Design and Energy Technology. Studio I includes a combination of sketching and electronic drawing software applications. This course will cover, sketching techniques, dimensions, notations, organization, and measuring. This class advances into drawing a commercial wood-frame construction project while incorporating electronic drawing software into the design process. (Prerequisite: None)
BDET1120 Estimating Concepts (2 Credits)
This course covers principles of quantity takeoffs, identification of symbols, and computation of materials from a set of commercial construction working drawings utilizing the CSI divisions. (Prerequisite: None)
BDET1130 Materials and Methods (3 Credits)
The basic construction methods and materials used in building technologies are examined. Common building materials such as wood, masonry, concrete, and metals will be analyzed as it relates to commercial applications. The classification of materials and project delivery systems; application of principles of building science to construction sites; relationship between technology and sustainability will be addressed. (Prerequisite: None)
BDET1150 AutoCAD (2 Credits)
This is an introductory 2D computer-aided drafting course that takes a practical hands-on approach to the use, operations, and methods of AutoCAD. It includes the following: drafting, line types, line widths, accuracy, and dimensioning, editing, drawing setup, scaling, and plotting. (Prerequisite: None)
BDET1210 Studio II (4 Credits)
This course covers the materials, methods, and construction principles of a commercial project. Electronic drawing software and hand drawing will be utilized. Independent work, critical thinking, problem solving, and application are emphasized. A set of working drawings will be drawn incorporating construction documents. (Prerequisites: BDET 1110, 1150)
BDET1230 Materials and Methods II (3 Credits)
Construction methods and materials utilized in building technologies will be examined in detail. Building materials such as wood, masonry, concrete, and metals will be analyzed as it relates to commercial applications. This application will be by a single building material and/or as an assembly (e.g. wall section). The classification of materials and project delivery systems; application of principles of building science to construction sites; relationship between technology and sustainability will also be addressed. (Prerequisites: BDET 1130)
BDET1240 Construction Documents (2 Credits)
This course provides an overview of construction documents including working drawings, specifications, and other contract documents. Emphasis on the development of project manual, legal and ethical aspects, and divisions of work. (Prerequisites: BDET 1110)
BDET1250 Revit (2 Credits)
This is an introductory 3D computer-aided course that takes a practical hands-on approach to the use, operations, and methods of Revit. It includes the following: detailing and drafting views, construction documentation, and the basics of building modeling. (Prerequisites: BDET 1110, 1150)
BDET1260 Special Topics in Environmental Design (1 Credit)
This course will provide an understanding of addressing surrounding environmental parameters. These parameters may result when devising plans, programs, policies, buildings or products. The course will also provide an introduction to the human-designed environment. This introduction will relate to interdisciplinary areas such as architecture, urban planning, and product design and sustainability issues. (Prerequisite: BDET 1110)
Required Arts and Sciences (8 Credits)
Please complete both of the following courses:
ENGL100 Composition (4 Credits)
Composition is concerned with developing, through theory and practice, the ability to communicate in written form for personal and professional reasons. Students will develop writing skills, analytic skills, and critical thinking skills. Students will complete readings, papers, grammar exercises, and in-class activities. Students will complete research and write a research paper. Students will learn methods of writing informatively and persuasively. (Prerequisites: Must have a Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score of 250 or higher, or Classic Accuplacer Reading score of 78 or higher, or completion of either READ 0090 or EAP 0090 with a grade of C (2.0) or higher AND completion of either ENGL 0090 or EAP 0095 with a grade of C (2.0) or higher, or ACT Reading score of 21 or higher or MCA Reading score of 1047 or higher.) (MNTC 1: Communication)
MATH120 College Algebra (4 Credits)
This course is mainly concerned with functions, most of which are algebraic. It begins with general treatment of equations and inequalities and then proceeds to cover linear functions, quadratic functions, polynomial and rational functions, piecewise functions, equations involving radicals and absolute values, logarithms and exponentials, systems of equations and inequalities, permutations and combinations. (Prerequisites: Next-Generation Accuplacer AAF score of 250 or higher or Classic Accuplacer Arithmetic score of 56 or higher AND Classic Accuplacer Elementary Algebra score of 76 or higher AND a Classic Accuplacer College Math score of 50 or higher, or completion of either MATH 0085 or MATH 0095 with a grade of C (2.0) or higher or ACT Math score of 22 or higher or MCA Math score of 1158 or higher.) (MNTC 4: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning)
PLEASE NOTE: All program plans are preliminary and curriculum may change without notice. Your catalog of record may have different requirements.