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Architectural Technology

Curriculum Description

Architecture & Construction Technology
Career Cluster:    Architecture and Construction
Pathway:               Construction

Program Major    Architectural Technology

Pathway Description

These curriculums are designed to prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the fields of architecture, construction, construction management, and other associated professions.

Course work includes instruction in sustainable building and design, print reading, building codes, estimating, construction materials and methods, and other topics related to design and construction occupations.

Graduates of this pathway should qualify for entry-level jobs in architectural, engineering, construction and trades professions as well as positions in industry and government.

Program Major Description

A program that prepares individuals to assist architects, engineers, and construction professionals in developing plans and related documentation for residential and commercial projects in both the private and public sectors. Includes instruction in architectural drafting, computer-assisted drafting, construction materials and methods, environmental systems, codes and standards, structural principles, cost estimation, planning, graphics, and presentation.

The following represents one way in which the program of study can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.

Associate in Applied Science

A40100
NC CIP: 15.0101
Day
POS Approved: Fall 2022

Fall Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
ARC 111	Intro to Arch Technology	1	6	0	3
ARC 112	Constr Matls & Methods	3	2	0	4
ARC 114	Architectural CAD	1	3	0	2
BPR 130	Print Reading-Construction	3	0	0	3
Select one:
MAT 121	Algebra/Trigonometry I	2	2	0	3
	OR
MAT 171	Precalculus Algebra	(3)	(2)	(0)	(4)
	Total:	10	13	0	15

Spring Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
ARC 113	Residential Arch Tech	1	6	0	3
ARC 210	Intro to Sustain Design	1	3	0	2
ARC 221	Architectural 3-D CAD	1	4	0	3
ARC 250	Survey of Architecture	3	0	0	3
Select one:
MAT 122	Algebra/Trigonometry II	2	2	0	3
	OR
MAT 172	Precalculus Trigonometry	(3)	(2)	(0)	(4)
	Total:	8	15	0	14

Summer Term

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Credit Hours
ARC 131	Building Codes	2	2	3
ARC 211	Light Constr Technology	1	6	3
ARC 230	Environmental Systems	3	3	4
ENG 111	Writing and Inquiry	3	0	3
	Total:	9	11	13

Fall Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Clinical/WBL Hours	Credit Hours
ARC 141	Elem Structures for Arch	4	0	0	4
ARC 212	Commercial Constr Tech	1	6	0	3
ARC 231	Arch Presentations	2	4	0	4
ENG 114	Prof Research & Reporting	3	0	0	3
Select one:
PSY 118	Interpersonal Psychology	3	0	0	3
	OR
PSY 150	General Psychology	(3)	(0)	(0)	(3)
	OR
SOC 210	Introduction to Sociology	(3)	(0)	(0)	(3)
	Total:	13	10	0	17

Spring Semester

Course	Course Title	Class Hours	Lab/Shop Hours	Credit Hours
ARC 132	Specifications and Contracts	2	0	2
ARC 213	Design Project	2	6	4
ARC 235	Architectural Portfolio	2	3	3
ARC 240	Site Planning	2	2	3
___ ___	Humanities/Fine Arts Elective	**	**	3
	Total:	8	11	15

Total Credit Hours: 74

Additional Information

Humanities/Fine Arts Electives — Select one: HUM 110, HUM 115, PHI 230, PHI 240, ART 111, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, REL 110

**Hours will vary depending on course selection.

A40100