2019 – 2020
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Architectural Design and Construction Technology
Career Cluster:	Architecture and Construction

AS	
CIP Number	1604090100	
Program Type	College Credit	
Standard Length	66 Credit Hours	
CTSO	SkillsUSA	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	17-3011 – Architectural and Civil Drafters	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as construction planners, or to provide supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in these occupations.

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Architecture and Construction career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Architecture and Construction career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to , communication skills, leadership skills, human relations and employability skills, safe and efficient work practices, assisting architects and architectural engineers in planning and designing structures, using construction materials, and dealing with contracts and specifications. Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of 66 credit hours.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Communicate effectively.
02.0	Identify, select, apply and maintain drafting and graphic materials and equipment, including both table top and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD). 
03.0	Identify construction materials and their application.
04.0	Interpret drawings and documents.
05.0	Interpret and apply basic principles of architectural and engineering design.
06.0	Interpret and apply codes, regulations and technical literature.
07.0	Produce architectural working drawings using both table top and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD). 
08.0	Produce structural drawings using both table top and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) for steel and concrete structures.
09.0	Prepare subcontractor shop drawings using both table top and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD).
10.0	Survey and assess construction sites.
11.0	Estimate basic quantities of materials.
12.0	Perform office and administrative procedures.
13.0	Demonstrate appropriate communication skills.
14.0	Demonstrate appropriate math skills.
15.0	Demonstrate appropriate understanding of basic science.
16.0	Demonstrate employability skills.
17.0	Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship.
18.0	Explain sustainability issues related to the design, construction and maintenance of the built environment.

2019 – 2020
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	Architectural Design and Construction Technology
CIP Number:		1604090100
Program Length:	66 Credit Hours
SOC Code(s):	17-3011	

Refer to Rule 6A-14.030 (4) F.A.C., for the minimum amount of general education coursework required in the Associate of Science (AS) degree.  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Communicate effectively--The student will be able to:	
01.01	Identify communication channels in organizations.	
01.02	Develop and use effective means of communications.	
01.03	Develop an effective working relationship with others.	
01.04	Prepare business correspondence, memos and reports.	
01.05	Use electronic communication technologies such as email, text messaging and social networking appropriately. 	
01.06	Compose clear and concise oral and written technical reports and presentations.	
01.07	Participate in technical discussion and meetings.	
02.0	Identify, select, apply and maintain drafting and graphic materials and equipment, including both table top and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)--The student will be able to:	
02.01	Apply functions of light table.	
02.02	Use architectural and engineering scales.	
02.03	Identify and select drawing materials.	
02.04	Select, apply and maintain basic drawing instruments including both table top tools (triangles, compass, etc.) and computer hardware devices and software programs.	
02.05	Identify, apply and maintain lettering instruments.	
02.06	Identify and select leads, lead holders, sharpeners and erasers for table top drafting.	
02.07	Identify and select reproduction materials including plotters, laser printers, inkjet printers and blueprint machines.	
02.08	Identify, operate and maintain reproduction equipment including plotters, laser printers, inkjet printers and blueprint machines.	
02.09	Select and apply architectural and engineering curves and templates.	
02.10	Set up and maintain drafting machine, T square and parallel rule.	
02.11	Identify, select and apply commercial press on graphic materials.	
02.12	Operate and maintain inking equipment and materials.	
02.13	Identify, select and apply color markers and pencils.	
02.14	Identify, select and apply water base colors.	
02.15	Select and apply scribing materials and instruments.	
02.16	Operate calculators and spreadsheets.	
02.17	Measure area using planimeter.	
02.18	Identify and apply metric system.	
02.19	Identify, operate and maintain photography equipment.	
02.20	Apply photographic techniques.	
02.21	Apply and develop drawing techniques using both table top drafting and Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD).	
02.22	Apply and develop freehand lettering techniques.	
03.0	Identify construction materials and their application--The student will be able to:	
03.01	Identify paving materials and applications.	
03.02	Identify formwork materials and methods.	
03.03	Identify concrete materials and applications.	
03.04	Identify reinforcing steel and applications.	
03.05	Identify masonry materials and applications.	
03.06	Identify structural steel shapes and applications.	
03.07	Identify miscellaneous metals and applications.	
03.08	Identify wood construction materials and applications.	
03.09	Identify millwork, finished carpentry and trim, cabinets, etc. and applications.	
03.10	Identify adhesives and sealants and applications.	
03.11	Identify plastic laminates and applications.	
03.12	Identify waterproofing materials and vapor barriers and applications.	
03.13	Identify insulation materials and applications.	
03.14	Identify roofing materials and applications.	
03.15	Identify flashings and applications.	
03.16	Identify glass and glazing materials and applications.	
03.17	Identify exterior finishes and applications.	
03.18	Identify floor finish materials and applications.	
03.19	Identify wall finish materials and applications.	
03.20	Identify ceiling finish materials and applications.	
03.21	Identify fire proofing materials and applications.	
03.22	Identify finish hardware and applications.	
03.23	Identify manufactured specialties and applications.	
03.24	Identify applications of pre-engineered and prefabricated structures.	
03.25	Identify basic plumbing components.	
03.26	Identify basic HVAC components.	
03.27	Identify basic electrical components.	
04.0	Interpret drawings and documents--The student will be able to:	
04.01	Interpret technical symbols.	
04.02	Interpret topographical drawings.	
04.03	Interpret aerial photographs and maps.	
04.04	Interpret site drawings.	
04.05	Interpret architectural drawings.	
04.06	Interpret specifications.	
04.07	Interpret addendums.	
04.08	Interpret notice of change and change orders.	
04.09	Interpret shop drawings.	
04.10	Interpret structural drawings.	
04.11	Interpret mechanical drawings.	
04.12	Interpret electrical drawings.	
04.13	Interpret modular approach to buildings.	
04.14	Identify and interpret contracts.	
04.15	Identify and interpret liens.	
04.16	Interpret deeds.	
04.17	Interpret master and development plans and documents.	
05.0	Interpret and apply basic principles of architectural and engineering design--The student will be able to:	
05.01	Conduct and interpret concrete slump test.	
05.02	Take test cylinder and interpret results.	
05.03	Interpret soil analysis reports.	
05.04	Interpret compaction test reports.	
05.05	Interpret theory of loads.	
05.06	Determine effect of loads on materials.	
05.07	Interpret principles of expansion and contraction and control.	
05.08	Interpret and apply fundamentals of site requirements.	
05.09	Determine and apply space relationships.	
06.0	Interpret and apply codes, regulations and technical literature--The student will be able to:	
06.01	Use appropriate time-saving reference materials.	
06.02	Interpret and apply local, state, national and international building codes including the Florida Building Codes, the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101), the National Electric Code (NFPA 70 ), the International Building Code (IBC), etc.	
06.03	Interpret and apply municipal codes and regulations.	
06.04	Interpret zoning bylaws and regulations.	
06.05	Interpret zoning maps.	
06.06	Read and interpret trade magazines and catalogs.	
06.07	Interpret trade manuals.	
06.08	Interpret regional estimating cost manuals.	
06.09	Interpret and apply construction association regulations.	
07.0	Produce architectural working drawings using both table top and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)--The student will be able to:	
07.01	Prepare floor plan drawings.	
07.02	Prepare foundation plan and detail drawings.	
07.03	Prepare elevation drawings.	
07.04	Prepare landscape layouts.	
07.05	Prepare schedules.	
07.06	Prepare sections.	
07.07	Build architectural models.	
07.08	Prepare truss drawings.	
07.09	Prepare stairway drawings.	
07.10	Prepare fireplace drawings.	
07.11	Prepare plot plan drawings.	
08.0	Produce structural drawings using both table top and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) for steel and concrete structures--The student will be able to:	
08.01	Draw beam connections.	
08.02	Draw structural assemblies.	
08.03	Prepare erection plans.	
08.04	Prepare structural drawings.	
08.05	Make take‑offs from reinforced concrete engineering drawings.	
08.06	Prepare footing and foundation drawings.	
08.07	Prepare column detail drawings.	
08.08	Prepare floor and roof detail drawings.	
08.09	Prepare special structure detail drawings.	
08.10	Prepare framed beam connection drawings.	
08.11	Prepare stiffened seat connection drawings.	
08.12	Prepare bolted column detail drawings.	
08.13	Prepare gusset plate drawings.	
09.0	Prepare subcontractor shop drawings using both table top and Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)--The student will be able to:	
09.01	Prepare plumbing plan drawings.	
09.02	Prepare climate control drawings.	
09.03	Prepare electrical plan drawings.	
10.0	Survey and assess construction sites--The student will be able to:	
10.01	Prepare site sketches.	
10.02	Select and apply methods of on-site measuring including traditional chains and tapes and current satellite Global Positioning Systems (GPS). 	
10.03	Interpret survey books, logs and electronic records including County Tax Assessor, American Land Title Association (ALTA), the United States Geological Survey (USGS), Terra Server, etc.	
10.04	Identify and apply basic principles of levels and rods.	
10.05	Identify and apply basic principles of transits.	
10.06	Interpret angular and distance measurements to bearings and azimuth.	
10.07	Outline basics of site meetings and inspection.	
11.0	Estimate basic quantities of materials--The student will be able to:	
11.01	Compute area and volume of buildings.	
11.02	Estimate quantities of excavation and fill.	
11.03	Take off quantities of form work.	
11.04	Take off quantities of concrete.	
11.05	Take off quantities of lumber.	
11.06	Take off quantities of masonry.	
11.07	Interpret and complete standard estimator’s form.	
11.08	Apply the use of computer estimating software. 	
11.09	Apply construction accounting to include the use of chart of accounts, accounting methodology (cash vs. accrual) and types of contracts.	
12.0	Perform office and administrative procedures--The student will be able to:	
12.01	Organize and maintain personal work area.	
12.02	Operate office equipment.	
12.03	Estimate, order and maintain office and drafting supplies.	
12.04	Maintain drawing file systems.	
12.05	Maintain record of building costs.	
12.06	Develop and maintain technical reference library.	
12.07	Identify basic project management systems.	
12.08	Use project management and scheduling software. 	
13.0	Demonstrate appropriate communication skills--The student will be able to:	
13.01	Write logical and understandable statements, or phrases, to accurately fill out forms/invoices commonly used in business and industry.	
13.02	Read and understand graphs, charts, diagrams and tables commonly used in this industry/occupation area.	
13.03	Read and follow written and oral instructions.	
13.04	Answer and ask questions coherently and concisely.	
13.05	Read critically by recognizing assumptions and implications and by evaluating ideas.	
13.06	Demonstrate appropriate communication skills including speaking, telephone, email, social networking, etc.	
14.0	Demonstrate appropriate math skills--The student will be able to:	
14.01	Solve problems for volume, weight, area, circumference and perimeter measurements for rectangles, squares and cylinders.	
14.02	Measure tolerance(s) on horizontal and vertical surfaces using millimeters, centimeters, feet and inches.	
14.03	Add, subtract, multiply and divide using fractions, decimals and whole numbers.	
14.04	Determine the correct purchase price, to include sales tax for a materials list containing a minimum of six items.	
14.05	Demonstrate an understanding of federal, state and local taxes and their computation.	
15.0	Demonstrate appropriate understanding of basic science--The student will be able to:	
15.01	Understand molecular action as a result of temperature extremes, chemical reaction and moisture content.	
15.02	Draw conclusions or make inferences from data.	
15.03	Identify health related problems which may result from exposure to work related chemicals and hazardous materials and know the proper precautions required for handling such materials.	
15.04	Understand pressure measurement in terms of PSI, inches of mercury and KPA.	
16.0	Demonstrate employability skills--The student will be able to:	
16.01	Conduct a job search.	
16.02	Secure information about a job.	
16.03	Identify documents which may be required when applying for a job interview.	
16.04	Write a resume, cover letter and fill out a typical job application form.	
16.05	Demonstrate competence in job interview techniques.	
16.06	Identify or demonstrate appropriate responses to criticism from employer, supervisor or other employees.	
16.07	Identify acceptable work habits.	
16.08	Demonstrate knowledge of how to make job changes appropriately.	
16.09	Demonstrate acceptable employee health habits.	
17.0	Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship--The student will be able to:	
17.01	Define entrepreneurship.	
17.02	Describe the importance of entrepreneurship to the American economy.	
17.03	List the advantages and disadvantages of business ownership.	
17.04	Identify the risks involved in ownership of a business.	
17.05	Identify the necessary personal characteristics of a successful entrepreneur.	
17.06	Identify the business skills needed to operate a small business efficiently and effectively.	
18.0	Explain sustainability issues related to the design, construction and maintenance of the built environment--The student will be able to:	
18.01	Describe the impact of the construction industry on the natural environment.	
18.02	Describe the life cycle phases of a building and its impacts on the environment throughout the life of the building.	
18.03	Identify and analyze sustainable alternatives to conventional construction practices.	
18.04	Identify specific practices that can lessen adverse impacts on the environment.	
18.05	Describe the building assessment tools such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and Green Globes.	
18.06	Identify design features, construction activities and maintenance practices that contribute to a project’s overall sustainability.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

SkillsUSA is the intercurricular career and technical student organization for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors. Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Certificate Programs

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).  This AAS degree program includes the following College Credit Certificates:

Sustainable Design (0630330106) – 19 Credit Hours

Standards for the above certificate programs are contained in separate curriculum frameworks.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml