ARC

Subject

ARC

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

This is an introduction to elementary concepts, literacy and graphics in the architectural and construction field. This elective course is for students who have never taken any hand drawing/drafting and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD). The course will provide a hands on experience in architectural and construction drawing/drafting, sketching, model building, orthographic projection. The use of reading scales, lengths, areas and volumes in drawings is developed to help students visualize and understand building elements and plans. The course will include basic CAD fundamentals, site visits and future employment requirements and opportunities for those interested in the major. Course Offered: Spring Credits: (2,2)

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

This manual drafting studio class develops student's abilities in lettering, technical sketching, drafting and the use of drafting instruments. The fundamentals of orthographic projection and pictorial drawings develop the student's abilities to visualize and describe objects and structures graphically. Students who take ARC 131 will not get credit for ARC 111. Taking ARC 111 and 121 is equivalent to taking ARC 131 for degree purposes. Course Offered: Fall, Spring Credits: Credits:2 (1,2)

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

This course will introduce and develop computer-aided drawing skills used in the architectural, construction, and civil engineering fields. Students will prepare drawings for a small residential building using a computer drafting program such as AutoCAD Architecture. Students who take ARC 131 will not get credit for ARC 121/CON 121. Taking ARC 111/CON 111 and ARC 121/CON 121 is equivalent to taking ARC 131 for degree purposes. Course Offered: Fall, Spring Credits: Credits:2 (1,2)

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

This course furthers the development of computer drafting skills to prepare digital models and renderings for architectural project presentations. Specialized software such as Revit, a Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, will be utilized. Prerequisite(s): ARC 131 or ARC 111/CON 111 and ARC 121/CON 121 Course Offered: Spring Credits: Credits:1 (0,3)

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Introduction to architectural and construction graphics using hand drawing/ drafting and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD). Hand drawing/drafting topics include: lettering, technical sketching, use of drafting instruments, the fundamentals of orthographic projection, plan, section, elevation development and pictorial drawings to develop the student’s abilities to visualize and describe objects graphically. CAD topics include software commands and drawing strategies for 2-D and 3-D CAD work, plans, sections, elevations, and details, information management, assembly of drawings and scales. Note: This course includes a required laboratory designed to provide extra time for the studio experience. Credits: (3,0,2)

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Studies the principles of form, space and order that underlie architectural design. Concepts include: mass void modeling, volume and space construction, enclosing planes, circulation, organization, hierarchy, and structure. The diagram and sketch model are introduced as methods of understanding design. Concepts are explored in both three dimensional and graphic form. Note: This course includes a required laboratory designed to provide extra time for the studio experience. Prerequisite(s): ARC 111 and ARC 121 Course Offered: Fall, Spring Credits: Credits:4 (3,0,2)

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Continuation of Architectural Design I. Emphasis is placed on the process by which design decisions are made and the methods of analysis in context to the existing environment. Topics include: structure, form and function, building in context, light and construction. Note: This course includes a required laboratory designed to provide extra time for the studio experience. Prerequisite(s): ARC 255 Course Offered: Fall, Spring 2027 College Catalog • Page 167

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

An overview of mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) aspects of buildings. Intended to develop students' ability to analyze energy requirements of buildings and various methods of energy conservation and thermal efficiency. Topics covered include heat flow, system and equipment for heating and cooling. Also included are water supply and wastewater treatments for buildings. Prerequisite(s): CON 162 Course Offered: Fall, Spring Credits: (3,0)

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

A program of practical experience and independent study to supplement and enrich classroom learning. It is a fully faculty supervised structured industrial experience. Periodical written reports and end of the assignment employer report required. Prerequisite(s): ARC 131 or (ARC 111 and ARC 121), CON 162 and CON 207, Junior-level status, and Department Chair approval Course Offered: Summer Credits: (1,0,6)

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Construction Design is a technology-based design studio emphasizing a methodological approach to the assembly of the building's envelope, materials and systems. The integration of building code requirements, life safety, sustainability, accessibility, building energy systems, structure, construction and materials are central to effectively achieving design intent. Knowledge from Materials and Method of Construction I and II, Energy in Buildings and Graphics are applied to specific drawing assignments. A residential Type V construction, and a commercial Type II or Type III construction, building project will be advanced resulting in a set of construction documents. Note: This course includes a required laboratory designed to provide extra time for the studio experience. Prerequisite(s): ARC 111, ARC 121, CON 106, and ARC 263 Course Offered: Fall, Spring Credits: Credits:4 (3,2)

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Subject

ARC

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Continuation of Architectural Design II. Emphasis is placed on the context and constraints of urban and natural environment. The role of aesthetics, symbols, and historical elements in the making of places, spaces and communicating meaning are explored. Emphasis is placed on master Page 168 • Course Index • 2026-2027 planning and residential project(s) that integrate principles of architectural design/planning, and includes elements of building systems, structural and site design, zoning and building codes, etc. on an actual site in the area. Students will present their final project to invited architects at the end of the semester. Note: This course includes a required laboratory designed to provide extra time for the studio experiences. Prerequisite(s): ARC 257 Course Offered: Fall, Spring Credits: Credits:4 (3,0,2)

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

A program of applied research and independent study on topics a faculty member is currently working on. this course is meant to enrich the learning experience by introducing the student to methods and analysis in applied research. this is a fully faculty directed and supervised structured research experience. Applied research work will be presented in an appropriate form. Prerequisite(s): Junior Level Status Credits: (1,0,6)

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

Continuation of Architectural Design III. The role of physical and regulatory constraints in the making of places and buildings are explored. Emphasis is placed on architectural programming and non-residential project(s) that integrate principles of architectural design/planning, and includes elements of building systems, structural and site design, zoning and building codes, etc. on an actual site in the area. Students will present their final project to invited architects at the end of the semester. Note: This course includes a required laboratory designed to provide extra time for the studio experiences. Prerequisite(s): ARC 376 Course Offered: Fall, Spring Credits: Credits:4 (3,0,2)

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu

This architectural design course integrates several architectural and engineering design philosophies and methodologies into a comprehensive studio project. This course introduces very little new material; rather it is to synthesize knowledge learned in the following areas of design and analysis: architectural, structure, construction, site, energy (mechanical/electrical) and building systems and cost estimating. This multidisciplinary project uses a student design team approach. This course includes a required practicum designed to provide extra time for the studio experience. Prerequisite(s): Department Approval, Upper Division Status, recommended during the final semester, ARC 364, and ARC 476. Course Offered: Fall, Spring Credits: (3,0,2)

Subject

ARC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

Credits

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

catalog.farmingdale.edu