ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY - ARCHITECTURAL COMMERCIAL DESIGN
South Campus
The Architectural Technology program provides an opportunity for the student to develop a background in drafting skills and computer design applications, and to attain knowledge required for the architectural building and construction industry. The curriculum is designed to provide preparation for entry-level jobs in a variety of occupations. An Associate of Applied Science degree in Architectural Technology could be the foundation for eventual registration as an architect or other bachelor's degree programs.
NOTE: This Associate of Applied Science degree in Architectural Technology program may transfer to a variety of colleges for a technical, business or general studies baccalaureate degree. Please check with a counselor or academic advisor.
Program advisor Professor Chris Christian can be reached by calling 586.445.7480.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
(Minimum 62 Semester Hours)
A. Career Preparation and Related Courses
| Course |
Course Title |
Suggested Sequence |
Sem
Hrs |
| CIVL-1000 |
Materials |
X |
|
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-1110 |
Introduction to Architectural Drafting |
X |
|
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-1200 |
History of Architecture |
X |
|
|
|
3.0 |
| DRCG-1140 |
Interactive Computer Graphics - Introduction to
2D & 3D AutoCAD |
X |
|
|
|
4.0 |
| DRAD-1120 |
Architectural Illustration 1 |
|
X |
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-1140 |
Residential Drafting & Design |
|
X |
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2110 |
Applied Building Construction |
|
X |
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2200 |
Mechanical & Electrical Systems for Buildings |
|
X |
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2230 |
Construction Specifications |
|
X |
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2090 |
Architectural Commercial Drafting & Design |
|
|
X |
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2220 |
Architectural Design Procedures |
|
|
X |
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2120 |
Structural Detailing & Design |
|
|
X |
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2140 |
Architectural Illustration 2 |
|
|
|
X |
3.0 |
| DRAD-2280 |
Architectural Drafting & Design Studio |
|
|
|
X |
4.0 |
| |
44.0 |
B. Arts and Sciences Component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . minimum sem hrs 18
Students should plan Arts and Sciences courses with a counselor, academic advisor, or program advisor.
C. Elective Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . none required
D. Certificate Options
Certificate in Architectural Technology - Architectural Residential Drafting and Design
| Course |
Course Title |
Suggested Sequence |
Sem
Hrs |
| CIVL-1000 |
Materials |
X |
|
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-1110 |
Introduction to Architectural Drafting |
X |
|
|
|
3.0 |
| DRCG-1140 |
Interactive Computer Graphics - Introduction to
2D & 3D AutoCAD |
X |
|
|
|
4.0 |
| DRAD-1120 |
Architectural Illustration 1 |
|
X |
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-1140 |
Residential Drafting & Design |
|
X |
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2110 |
Applied Building Construction |
|
X |
|
|
3.0 |
| |
19.0 |
Gainful Employment Program Disclosure
Certificate in Architectural Technology - Architectural Commercial Design
| Course |
Course Title |
Suggested Sequence |
Sem
Hrs |
| CIVL-1000 |
Materials |
X |
|
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-1110 |
Introduction to Architectural Drafting |
X |
|
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-1200 |
History of Architecture |
X |
|
|
|
3.0 |
| DRCG-1140 |
Interactive Computer Graphics - Introduction to
2D & 3D AutoCAD |
X |
|
|
|
4.0 |
| DRAD-1120 |
Architectural Illustration 1 |
|
X |
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-1140 |
Residential Drafting & Design |
|
X |
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2110 |
Applied Building Construction |
|
X |
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2200 |
Mechanical & Electrical Systems for Buildings |
|
X |
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2230 |
Construction Specifications |
|
X |
|
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2090 |
Architectural Commercial Drafting & Design |
|
|
X |
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2120 |
Structural Detailing & Design |
|
|
X |
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2220 |
Architectural Design Procedures |
|
|
X |
|
3.0 |
| DRAD-2140 |
Architectural Illustration 2 |
|
|
|
X |
3.0 |
| DRAD-2280 |
Architectural Drafting & Design Studio |
|
|
|
X |
4.0 |
| |
44.0 |
Gainful Employment Program Disclosure