Architectural Drafting Certificate of Achievement

Architectural Drafting Certificate of Achievement ( Official )
Approval Date - 4/6/2006

Program Type: Certificate of Achievement

Division: Mathematics and Science

Program Description:
Architectural Drafting Certificate of Achievement:

The architectural drafting program is designed to prepare students for careers in industry as drafters or related occupations, and/or transfer to a 4 or 5-year architectural program. Drafting technicians are in short supply, affording many employment opportunities for qualified individuals. The program provides students with entry-level skills and knowledge in the fields of computer and architectural drafting. Competencies include knowledge in AutoCAD generated drawings, current practices in architectural drafting and construction technology, 2-D and 3-D drawings, drafting techniques such a clarity, line weight expression and accuracy to name a few.

Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared for entry level drafting positions. An associate degree and certificate can be earned in architectural drafting.

Required Units in the Major: 32

Required Courses

		ARCHT 100 - Architecture and Related Fields (1.0 units)
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		ARCHT 110 - Architectural Drafting I (3.0 units)
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		ARCHT 140 - Materials and Methods of Construction (3.0 units)
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		ARCHT 160 - AutoCAD for Architecture and Interior Design (3.0 units)
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		ARCHT 180 - Codes and Zoning Regulations (3.0 units)
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		ARCHT 190 - Design II - Space Planning (3.0 units)
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		ARCHT 220 - Architectural Drafting II (3.0 units)
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		ARCHT 240 - Architectural Design Portfolio (3.0 units)
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		ARCHT 260 - Advanced CAD - Architecture & Interior Design (3.0 units)
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		ARCHT 270 - CAD 3-D Modeling/Animation (4.0 units)
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		ID 114 - History of Architecture and Interiors: Ancient World to Classical Revival (3.0 units)
	OR
		ID 115 - History of Architecture and Interiors: Classical Revival to Present (3.0 units)

Required Electives

None

Recommended Electives

None