Notebook/Sketchbook

Notetaking/ maintaining an architectural sketchbook is an essential skill and tool for developing your ideas and retaining key points. You required to submit your notebooks four times over the semester. These Notetaking/ sketchbook submissions are instead of quizzes.

Your notes should cover at least the following areas:

  • Readings
  • Class Lectures
  • Digital (AutoCAD) tools

See the: “Note Taking” OpenLab page for resources and strategies

Following is a list of topics that you should include in each Notebook/Sketchbook assignment:

1
– Grids
– Basic Autocad commands
– Concrete (material)

2
– Concrete (techniques)
– Foundations
– Wood (material)
– Wood framing basics

3
– Studs and joists
– Wall sections
– Roof

4
– Stairs
– ERV/HRV
– Heavy timber