Building Design & Construction Architectural Design Minor

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The BDC Architectural Design minor will allow students to prepare for job opportunities working for residential design firms and builders, commercial architectural design firms and contractors; trade contractors and engineering firms such as mechanical, electrical, and plumbing; civil engineering firms; and various other firms related to the construction of the built environment. It provides an alternative pathway for those interested in continuing their graduate education in various disciplines relating to the built environment.

Grade Requirements: A grade of “C” or better in courses used toward the minor (a grade of “C-” is not acceptable).
Credit Hour Requirements: A minimum of 18 credit hours of BDC courses.

Program Code: 8081
CIPC: 150101

This program offers students who major in another discipline the option to obtain a minor in Construction Management Technology (Building Design & Construction).

Required Courses (12-13 Credits)

BDC 1040 CA - Introduction to Architecture (Studio 1) Credits: (3) or
IDT 1050 - Architectural Drafting Credits: (3)
CMT 1150 - Construction Graphics Credits: (3) or
IDT 2020 - Computer-aided Design and Drafting Credits: (3)
BDC 1350 - Residential Design (Studio 2) Credits: (3) or
IDT 3045 - Residential Design Credits: (3)
CMT 2360 - Commercial Design and Codes Credits: (4) or
IDT 4020 - Commercial Design Credits: (3)

Elective Courses (6 Credits)

Select 6 credits from below:

BDC 3500 - Architectural Rendering & Animation Studio Credits: (3)
BDC 4830 - Directed Studies Credits: (1-3)
BDC 4920 - Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs Credits: (1-3)
BDC 3000 - Sustainable Building Design & Codes Credits: (3)
BDC 3660 - Structural Design & Detailing Credits: (3)
BDC 4350 - BIM Management & Coordination Credits: (3)