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Architect Toolkit: Scale (Self Paced)

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Ages 9-14
Self-Paced Class
Scale is a tool for measured drawings used by architects, engineers, map-makers and designers. In this 2 week self-paced class, learners use graph paper to draw floor plans to scale and calculate area. This class uses imperial units.
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Number of reviews:
(161 reviews)

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Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 9
Beginner Level
**This class uses imperial units - feet and inches.**

Architects talk about scale in different ways.  In general, scale is the size of something in relation to something else.  We can use a "scale figure" in an image or model to give us context so we can approximate how big or small a structure is.  

Scale is also a tool used for measured drawings. It's an essential tool used by architects, engineers, map-makers and designers. Students will learn all about scale, how to use it, and draw it graphically as a scale bar. We will use graph paper and ruler to draw room sizes to 1/4" = 1' scale. We will then construct a simple floor plan and calculate area in square footage. Lastly, instructions are given to measure and draw a room in the learner's own house at a different scale (1/2" or 1" = 1').  Practicing working in more than one scale helps solidify understanding.

For this one week class, students will receive links to short videos which they can watch at their own pace.  Two hands-on projects are given.  Learners can message the teacher or post on the classroom page throughout the week with any questions or to share their work.

Learning Goals

Learners will be able to draw simple floor plans of a room and a house to scale.  
Learners will be able to calculate area.

Syllabus

4 Lessons
over 2 Weeks
Lesson 1:
What is Scale?
 Scale is the size of something in relationship to something else. But what does that really mean and how can we use it in designing architecture? 
Lesson 2:
Design a House to Scale
 Using graph paper we will do a hands-on project to easily design a house, draw a floor plan to scale, and even calculate square footage. 
Lesson 3:
Draw Your Room to Scale
 Draw your own bedroom or another room to scale!  You will use a different scale measurement for this project. 
Lesson 4:
Furniture and Finishing Touches
 Add furniture and rearrange your room.  Add finishing touches to make your drawing look professional. 

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Please note students will use scissors to cut paper in this class.
Supply List
1/4" Graph paper, 1-foot ruler, pencil, colored pencils, scissors, tape measure, blank paper, and clipboard (optional).
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined January, 2020
4.9
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I am an architect and have had extensive training and experience in drawing to scale and producing plans.  I have been teaching on outschool for 5 years, gaining experience in explaining architectural topics to young people.  I enjoy helping kids gain skills to create their own designs, making their ideas tangible and presentable.  

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