Architectural Technology

Degree · 4 semesters

The Architectural Technology Associate in Applied Science prepares students for technical-level careers assisting licensed architects, construction engineers, and urban planners. Graduates may work as draftspersons, building appraisers, or inspectors. The curriculum covers architectural drafting, CAD and design, construction methods and materials, building codes, structural principles, cost estimation, and 3D modeling. Students develop proficiency in CAD software alongside problem-solving, attention to detail, and communication skills. Some courses transfer to bachelor's degree programs in architecture. The program spans 4 semesters and 66 credits, delivered in a blended format.

Courses

• ARC101 — Materials and Methods of Construction
• ARC105 — Architectural Drafting I
• ARC106 — Architectural Drafting II
• ARC111 — Mechanical and Electrical Systems for Buildings
• ARC114 — Introduction to CAD
• ARC204 — Estimating Building Construction
• ARC205 — Architectural Drafting III
• ARC206 — Architectural Drafting IV
• ARC211 — Elements of Structural Design
• ARC214 — Architectural AutoCAD 3D Basics
• ARC221 — Site Preparation
• ARC224 — Building Information Modeling
• ART111 — Drawing I
• ART112 — Drawing II
• ART115 — Two-Dimensional Design
• ART116 — Three-Dimensional Design
• ART251W — Architectural History
• ENG111 — College Composition I
• ENG113 — Technical Communication
• ENT131W — Entrepreneurship: Ideas & Innovation
• HIS221W — Early American History
• HIS222W — Recent American History
• HIS237W — History of Michigan/With Project
• LW223W — Wellness in Technical Trades
• MGT145 — Principles of Sales
• MGT153W — Introduction to Business
• MGT251W — Business Law I
• MTH119W — Intermediate Algebra
• MTH121 — Plane Trigonometry
• MTH153 — Algebra for Calculus
• POL103W — American Politics
• POL105W — American Politics with Community Engagement
• POL212W — State and Local Governments
• POL215W — Intro to American Political Thought and Culture
• POL220W — Minority Group Politics
• POL221W — Comparative Government
• POL223W — Judicial Process
• POL225W — World Politics
• POL228W — Civil Rights and Liberties
• RC101 — Construction Print Interpretation
• TTI110 — Sustainable Building Principles

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