Architectural Technology, AAS (A40100)

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A program that prepares individuals to assist architects, engineers, and construction professionals in developing plans and related documentation for residential and commercial projects in both the private and public sectors. Includes instruction in architectural drafting, computer-assisted drafting, construction materials and methods, environmental systems, codes and standards, structural principles, cost estimation, planning, graphics, and presentation.

These curriculums are designed to prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the fields of architecture, construction, construction management, and other associated professions.

Course work includes instruction in sustainable building and design, print reading, building codes, estimating, construction materials and methods, and other topics related to design and construction occupations.

Graduates of this pathway should qualify for entry-level jobs in architectural, engineering, construction and trades professions as well as positions in industry and government.

Major Courses

ARC 111 - Intro to Arch Technology Credit Hours: 3
ARC 112 - Constr Matls & Methods Credit Hours: 4
ARC 113 - Residential Arch Tech Credit Hours: 3
ARC 114 - Architectural CAD Credit Hours: 2
ARC 131 - Building Codes Credit Hours: 3
ARC 213 - Design Project Credit Hours: 4
ARC 230 - Environmental Systems Credit Hours: 4
CST 241 - Planning/Estimating I Credit Hours: 3
SST 140 - Green Bldg & Design Concepts Credit Hours: 3
Co-op Elective Credit Hours: 1 *
Major Requirements Credit Hours: 22 *

Total: 52 Credit Hours

General Education Courses

ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry Credit Hours: 3
ENG 112 - Writing/Research in the Disc Credit Hours: 3
PSY 150 - General Psychology Credit Hours: 3
Humanities/Fine Arts Credit Hours: 3 *
Math Credit Hours: 3*

Total: 15 Credit Hours

Other Required Courses

Other Requirement Credit Hours: 1 *

Total: 1 Credit Hour

Total Credits for AAS Degree: 68

*Recommended Elective & General Education Options

Co-op Electives:

Take One:

WBL 111 - Work-Based Learning I Credit Hours: 1
WBL 121 - Work-Based Learning II Credit Hours: 1

Major Requirements:

Take 22 credits:

ARC 114A - Architectural CAD Lab Credit Hours: 1
ARC 119 - Structural Drafting Credit Hours: 3
ARC 133 - Construction Doc Analysis Credit Hours: 2
ARC 211 - Light Constr Technology Credit Hours: 3
ARC 225 - Architectural BIM I Credit Hours: 2
ARC 225A - Architectural BIM I Lab Credit Hours: 1
ARC 231 - Arch Presentations Credit Hours: 4
ARC 240 - Site Planning Credit Hours: 3
ARC 264 - Digital Architecture Credit Hours: 2
CST 221 - Statics/Structures Credit Hours: 4
LAR 111 - Intro to Landscp Arc Tech Credit Hours: 3

Humanities/Fine Arts:

Take One:

ART 111 - Art Appreciation Credit Hours: 3
HUM 110 - Technology and Society Credit Hours: 3
HUM 115 - Critical Thinking Credit Hours: 3
HUM 140 - History of Architecture Credit Hours: 3
MUS 110 - Music Appreciation Credit Hours: 3
PHI 240 - Introduction to Ethics Credit Hours: 3
REL 110 - World Religions Credit Hours: 3

Math:

Take One:

MAT 121 - Algebra/Trigonometry I Credit Hours: 3
MAT 171 - Precalculus Algebra Credit Hours: 4

Other Requirement:

Take One:

ACA 111 - College Student Success Credit Hours: 1
ACA 122 - College Transfer Success Credit Hours: 1

Note:

Students enrolled full-time and making satisfactory progress should complete this program in five semesters. Additional time may be needed to achieve minimum requirements in English, math or science.

Contact the program coordinator or department chair for specific requirements.