Associate Degree
Architecture – A.S. Degree
The Architecture Department offers vocational and paraprofessional programs in architectural technology as well as preparation for transfer to four- and five-year architecture programs.
The curriculum provides necessary skills for employment in the design and construction fields. Students may prepare for positions as CAD drafting technicians, 3-D project renderers, and other similarly related occupations in public and private sector architecture and construction/building industry related offices. Supplemental courses offer students a broad architectural and general education background and enable them to continue their education in architecture at the university level.
Degree Requirements
Total Required Major Units: 30-33
| Course # | Course Title | Prereq. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH 10 | Introduction to Architecture | 2 | |
| ARCH 13 | Architectural Drafting and Design I | 4 | |
| ARCH 23 | Architectural Drafting and Design II | ARCH 13 | 4 |
| ARCH 35 | Perspective, Shades and Shadows I | 2 | |
| ARCH 104A | Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) | 3 | |
| ARCH 121A | Beginning REVIT - Building Information Modeling (BIM) | 2 | |
| ARCH 121B | Advanced REVIT - Building Information Modeling (BIM) | ARCH 121A | 2 |
| ARCH 125 | Digital Tools for Architecture and Design | 3 | |
| Total required units for AS Degree (Major electives not included) | 22 | ||
Required Major Elective Classes for Architecture
(Select Minimum 8-11 units from this list)
| Course # | Course Title | Prereq. | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ART 20 | Beginning Drawing and Composition | 3 | |
| ARCH 33 | Architectural Drafting and Design III | ARCH 23 | 4 |
| ARCH 43 | Architectural Drafting and Design IV | ARCH 33 | 4 |
| ARCH 45 | Perspective, Shades and Shadows II | ARCH 35 | 2 |
| CARP 224A | Digital Fabrication | 2 | |
| CARP 240A | Kitchens: Design/Build | 2 | |
| CONMT 20 | Blueprint Reading and Interpretation | 3 | |
| CONMT 32 | Materials and Methods of Construction | 3 | |
| GRART32 | Digital Documents (Adobe InDesign) | 3 | |
| Media 44A | Virtual Production L - 3D Virtual Film and TV Production (Unreal Engine) | 3 | |
| WDTEC 11 | Furniture Cabinet Layout I | WDTEC 10 | 2 |
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:
1. Create a Building Design using manual/computer tools.
2. Create Accurate Detailed Drawings
3. Verbally and Graphically present ideas
Career Opportunities
Entry level CAD/Revit Technicians
Certificate of Achievement
Architecture – Certificate of Achievement
The Architecture Department offers vocational and paraprofessional programs in architectural technology as well as preparation for transfer to four- and five-year architecture programs.
The curriculum provides necessary skills for employment in the design and construction fields. Students may prepare for positions as CAD drafting technicians, 3-D project renderers, and other similarly related occupations in public and private sector architecture and construction/building industry related offices. Supplemental courses offer students a broad architectural and general education background and enable them to continue their education in architecture at the university level.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:
1. Create a Building Design using manual/computer tools.
2. Create Accurate Detailed Drawings
3. Verbally and Graphically present ideas
Career Opportunities
Entry level CAD/Revit Technicians
