Revised 08/2024

ARC 225 - Site Planning and Technology (3 CR.)

Course Description

Studies the impact of building codes and zoning ordinances on site design; storm drainage, grading design, erosion and flood control; site materials for paving and retaining walls; site utilities. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

General Course Purpose

To make the student familiar with the variety of forces acting upon site design, materials and methods utilized in site construction.

Course Prerequisites/Corequisites

None.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• Apply building codes and zoning ordinances to site design
• Design an architectural site
• Estimate cut and fill quantities
• Read site plans
• Identify materials used in site construction
• Demonstrate familiarity with site construction processes

Major Topics to Be Included

• Architectural criteria affecting site design
• Building codes and site design
• Zoning ordinances and site design
• Utilities and easements
• Site drainage and grading
• Paving and curb and gutter
• Retaining walls and other site structures
• Reading site drawings