Courses Taught at Carson High School
CHS Course Descriptions
Architectural Design I (previously CADD I)
Learn the many facets of architectural design by sketching, drafting, and designing architectural sheets. This is an introductory course for students interested in architecture and design. . After practicing basic sketching, hand drafting, and visual communication skills, students apply this knowledge to 2D AND 3D computer drafting. This class will give students a solid basis in creating drawings and models for a variety of outputs including technical drawings, multi-views, architectural floor plans, elevations, interior elevations, sections, and roof plans. Students will receive instruction in dimensioning techniques, industry standards, and interpersonal communication skills, and will leave the class having completed several design projects. Students will also learn how to translate their hand and computer drawings for various outputs including digital presentations, laser engravings and 3D printouts. If you are considering a career in design, architecture, engineering, drafting, or manufacturing, this class is recommended. Prerequisite: None. Lab Fee: $20.
• Students who complete this three year sequence and pass the end of course exams will earn college credits
• This course is based on the Architectural Design State Standards.
• Students who complete this three year sequence and pass the end of course exams will earn college credits
Architectural Deisgn II (previously CADD II)
This course allows students to increase their expertise in both architectural design and drafting. Students will compile functional symbol libraries and apply technical skills to the creation of more difficult and detail-oriented projects. Students in this course will become competent in cutting-edge 3D modeling programs, including Inventor (a 3D mechanical design system) and Revit (a 3D Architectural program). After creating 2D and 3D representational drawings and models, students will apply their skills to design projects in various industry fields. By the end of this course, students will have a basic professional portfolio. If you are considering a career in design, architecture, engineering, drafting, or manufacturing, this class is recommended. Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in CADD I or instructor permission. Lab Fee: $20.
• This course fulfills the Career and Technical Education graduation requirement.
• This course is based on the Architectural Design State Standards.
Architectural Design III, A.S.
Using the skills learned in the previous CADD courses, students in this course will focus on assembling both a physical and digital portfolio in preparation for employment or college entrance. After completing review projects in various software and industry fields, students can choose to specialize in specific programs and fields, such as architecture, engineering design, or technical solid modeling. Additionally, students will create two personal projects complete with proposals, timelines, and goals. Students will prepare and hang a public display of at least one of their projects. Prerequisite: Grade of B or higher in CADD II or instructor permission. Lab Fee: $20.
• Students who complete this three year sequence and pass the end of course exams will earn college credits
• This course is based on the Architectural Drafting and Design State Standards.
Introduction to Engineering Design (IED)
This course is an entry-level course in the nationally recognized Project Lead The Way curriculum. This course introduces students to the design process, research and analysis, teamwork, communication methods, global and human impacts, engineering standards and technical documentation. Students use 3D solid modeling design software to help them design solutions to solve proposed problems and learn how to document their work and communicate solutions to peers and members of the professional community. Lab Fee: $20.00
• This is a college prep class.
• The next course in this sequence is POE (Principles of Engineering), taught by Mr. Girdner.