This course introduces students to the fundamental principles related to the design of physical environments. Students will be introduced to an overview of the architecture and interior design fields, along with fundamental concepts and considerations inherent within them.

A survey of the history of architecture from the early Renaissance to the present times. Focus on visual environmental literacy through the analysis of key design movements during the time period.

A survey of the history of Architecture from prehistory through the the Middle Ages. Focus on visual environmental literacy through the analysis of key design movements during the time period.

A continuing development of skills in freehand drawing methods including contour line, tonal drawing, and linear perspective techniques. Introduction to color media in freehand drawing. Emphasis on drawing from observation of buildings and architectural space.

Introduction to freehand drawing skills as a method of observation and visual communication in Architecture and Interior Design. The use of drawing in seeing and expressing shape, form, value, texture and proportion. Techniques include contour line, tonal drawing, and linear perspective. This course is part of an articulation agreement with UC Berkeley.

Basic drawing techniques in graphic communication. Two and three-dimensional representations with various media expressing architectural ideas and concepts.

Introduction to techniques, conventions, meanings, and purposes related to drawing and drafting conventions as used in architecture and interior design. Fundamental graphic principles, concepts, and strategies are examined through hand and digital production.

Required for preparation for employment as a journey person in steamfitting. Classroom instruction (6 hrs/wk over 10 semesters) supplements the on-the-job training apprentices receive. Theoretical instruction and practice of performance skills are specified by the standards established by the joint apprenticeship committee and approved by the Division of Apprenticeship Standard, Department of Industrial Relations, State of California.

Required for preparation for employment as a journey person in refrigeration/air conditioning industry. Classroom instruction (6 hrs/wk over 10 semesters) supplements on-the-job training apprentices receive. Theoretical instruction and practice of performance skills are specified by the standards established by the joint apprenticeship committee and approved by the Division of Apprenticeship Standard, Department of Industrial Relations, State of California.

The practice and study of skills and knowledge required for entry level employment as a journeyperson in the plumbing industry. Focus on occupational hazards, safety, first aid, CPR, blueprint reading, use of basic drawings, common cutting and welding practices, gas and arc welding, soldering, brazing, residential plumbing repairs and installations, troubleshooting residential plumbing problems, and recommended industrial practices.