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CAT 1100 Introduction to the Built Environment

An introduction to career fields of Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, and Sustainability & Energy Management Technologies. Students explore the roles, responsibilities, and interconnections of these professions in shaping the built environment. Students will gain insight into industry trends, foundational concepts, and the skills required for success in these fields, preparing them for further studies. Students explore career pathways, develop resumes, and establish Work-Based Learning accounts for future internships. Two classroom, two lab hours per week.

Division: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Department: Architectural Technology
Repeatable Credit: No
Offered Online: No

Prereqs: NONE  

Outcomes

  • Define the built environment, explain its importance, and analyze its key design, construction, and sustainability within a historical context.
  • Explain the role of architects in shaping the built environment, describe design processes and tools such as CAD and BIM, and outline the education, skills, and career pathways in architecture.
  • Describe the role of civil engineers in infrastructure and development, explain the fundamentals of structural design, transportation, and water systems, and outline career pathways and certifications in civil engineering.
  • Explain the responsibilities of construction managers in project planning, scheduling, and budgeting, describe tools and technologies used in construction management, and outline education and career pathways in construction.
  • Describe the role of sustainability professionals in the built environment, explain energy management technologies and green building practices, and outline careers in renewable energy, energy auditing, and sustainable design.
  • Identify personal strengths and interests in the built environment, research career opportunities and educational requirements, reflect on potential career paths, and develop skills for preparing resumes, networking, establish a Work-Based Learning profile, and succeeding in internship interviews.

Credit Hours: 3

Classroom Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2