Architectural Technology Associate in Science Employment Preparation

The Architectural Technology Associate of Science degree is intended to prepare students with a broad perspective of Architecture, design and local general education requirements to utilize in gaining employment in Architecture or any of the related fields in the building industry where they will be involved to produce plans, but may also contribute in the design and construction administration of various building typologies. Individuals completing this degree may also choose to continue their education toward a baccalaureate, or advanced degree in Architecture or related majors.

Semester 1

Course Code	Title	Units
ARCH 001	Intro to Architectural Professions	3
ARCH 008	Architectural Design Fundamentals I	4
ARCH 011	Architectural Blueprint Reading	3
DRA 001	Technical Drafting I	3
ENG 001A	English Composition	4

Semester 2

Course Code	Title	Units
ARCH 002	Materials of Construction	4
ARCH 003A	Architectural Practice I	3
ARCH 009	Architectural Design Fundamentals II	3
DRA 002	AutoCAD	4
MATH 049	Intermediate Algebra or any Math course from Area C4 B.	3 - 4

Semester 3

Course Code	Title	Units
ARCH 003B	Architectural Practice II	3
ARCH 005A	Introduction to Drawing & Perspective	3
ARCH 010	Environmental Control Systems	3
DRA 011	Intro to Sketchup & Revit	3
COD GE Area C1	Natural Sciences	3

Semester 4

Course Code	Title	Units
ARCH 005B	Architectural Delineation	3
COD GE Area C2	Social and Behavioral Sciences	3
COD GE Area C3	Arts, Humanities and Culture	3
COD GE Area C5	Personal Growth and Development	3
COD GE Area D	Kinesiology Activity Requirement	2

Please see a counselor if you need help selecting GE classes. 

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