Architectural Technology, Associate in Applied Science
(Suggested Occupational Plan)
The technical content of this program provides knowledge and skills in the diverse areas of applied architecture, building engineering and construction. Computer applications in drafting and design, project management and building systems provide the student with skills essential to a career in architectural technology. In the first year, the student should acquire a foundation in building materials, methods of construction and computer-aided drawing, along with training in mathematics and communication skills.
Then, in the second year, the student will build on this background and take up commercial building types in architecture and construction, building service systems and construction management as well as architectural drawing and rendering. The student planning to continue at a university should consult an adviser concerning degree requirements of the school to which transfer is intended.
First Semester
| ARCH 1311 | Introduction to Architecture | 3 |
| ARCH 1307 | Architectural Graphics I | 3 |
| ARCH 1303 | Architectural Design I | 3 |
| | Creative Arts OR Language, Philosophy, and Culture Core Elective | 3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
Third Semester
| DFTG 1309 | Basic Computer-Aided Drafting | 3 |
| DFTG 2319 | Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting | 3 |
| | Technical Major Elective | 3 |
ARCH 2301 is the preferred technical major elective.
Fourth Semester
| DFTG 1317 | Architectural Drafting-Residential | 3 |
| MATH 1316 | Plane Trigonometry | 3 |
| ARCE 2344 | Statics and Strength of Materials | 3 |
| ARCE 1342 | Code Specifications and Contract Documents | 3 |
Fifth Semester
| ARCE 1352 | Structural Drafting | 3 |
| ARCH 1315 | Architectural Computer Graphics | 3 |
| ARCE 2352 | Mechanical and Electrical Systems | 3 |
| | Communications (SPCH) Core Elective | 3 |
Total Semester Hours for Associate Degree 60