Core and Optional Modules

Module 25: Presentation Floor Plans (Optional)

Foundational Objectives

• To appreciate the concept of scale and proportion.
• To be able to use and understand the terminology related to drafting.
• To understand the representation of three-dimensional objects presented on a two-dimensional plane.
• To become aware of the career opportunities that exists in the field of drafting.
• To be able to produce drawings for architectural projects.

Common Essential Learnings Foundational Objectives

• To use technical symbols appropriately. (CCT)
• To produce drawings in an appropriate scale. (NUM)

Note: other CELs may be emphasized here.

	Learning Objectives	Notes
25.1	To produce a presentation floor plan from a design sketch.	Students may produce presentation floor plans from the designs sketches produced in previous modules or from a selection provided by the teacher. The floor plan should depict exterior walls, interior partitions, doors, windows, fixtures, appliances, cupboards, stairways, steps, and landscape details. (TL) This may be a separate project or part of an overall presentation drawing, which will include plans, elevations, titles, and design features. (NUM) The differences between presentation floor plans and working drawings should be stressed. The presentation drawing is almost an artistic representation of the floor plan rather than a technical drawing. It should be easily understood. Presentation floor plans are not working drawings. They are drawings used to sell a plan to a prospective client. An example would be the plans shown in house plan magazines. (CCT, PSVS) By placing some landscaping (e.g., part of the side walk and some bushes, etc.) around the house the plan becomes more easily interpreted. Discourage students from elaborate floor plans with hot tubs, indoor pools, etc. Display examples of what is expected and display student work whenever it is available.
25.2	To present the finished product to an audience. (PSVS)	Have small groups of students share their work. This can be very informal or structured as a final "showing". It is useful to have meetings of small groups to talk about work as it progresses. This alleviates some anxieties and students learn a great deal from each other. Students should recognize that a good floor plan is one that is functional, affordable, and matches the needs of the proposed occupants. (PSVS)

Module 26: Presentation Elevations (Optional)

Foundational Objectives

• To appreciate the concept of scale and proportion.
• To use and understand the terminology related to drafting.
• To understand the representation of three-dimensional objects presented on a two-dimensional plane.
• To produce drawings for architectural projects.

Common Essential Learnings Foundational Objectives

• To learn the use technical symbols and drawing conventions. (TL, NUM)
• To take pride in their work. (PSVS)

Note: other CELs may be emphasized here.

	Learning Objectives	Notes
26.1	To produce presentation elevations from a design sketch.	Students may produce presentation elevations from the designs sketches produced in the residential design module or from a selection provided by the teacher. Presentation elevations should include the wall and roof of the design from two orthogonal views; windows and doors; various visible exterior materials; basic shade and shadow; and, plants and trees. (TL, NUM, IL) This may be a separate project or part of a set of presentation drawings, which include floor plans, elevations, titles, and design features. The differences between presentation elevations and working drawings should be stressed. The presentation drawing is almost an artistic representation rather than a technical drawing and should be easily understood. Landscaping details (e.g., part of the side walk and some bushes etc.) and light and shadow greatly enhance elevation drawings.
26.2	To present the finished product to an audience. (COM, PSVS)	Have small groups of students share their work. This can be very informal or structured as a final "showing". It is useful to have meetings of small groups to talk about work as it progresses. This alleviates some anxieties and students learn a great deal from each other.