Architectural Graphics

Architectural Graphics certificate program prepares individuals to apply basic Architectural drafting knowledge and skills to development of working drawings and electronic simulations in support of Architectural and Civil engineers and related professionals. The content includes the application of advanced computer software and hardware, Computer Assisted Drafting, Computer Assisted Design (CAD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) to the creation of graphic representations and simulations in support of Architectural projects.

10 - 20 Annual

Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

1. Complete a set of residential working drawings, which may include first floor drawings, second floor drawings, foundation drawings, elevations, cross-sections, framing, electrical drawings, and structural detail.

2. Demonstrate an ability to apply and integrate computer technology into the design process to achieve a desired result.

Architectural Graphics certificate program prepares individuals to apply basic Architectural drafting knowledge and skills to development of working drawings and electronic simulations in support of Architectural and Civil engineers and related professionals. The content includes the application of advanced computer software and hardware, Computer Assisted Drafting, Computer Assisted Design (CAD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) to the creation of graphic representations and simulations in support of Architectural projects.

Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

1. Complete a set of residential working drawings, which may include first floor drawings, second floor drawings, foundation drawings, elevations, cross-sections, framing, electrical drawings, and structural detail.

2. Demonstrate an ability to apply and integrate computer technology into the design process to achieve a desired result.

Architectural and civil drafter jobs are expected to increase by 2% through 2022 in the Inland Empire/Desert Region. More than 500 total job openings, 102 annual job openings will be available over the five-year timeframe. The entry-level hourly wage for architectural and civil drafters of $18.20 per hour is above the MIT Living Wage estimate of $12.30 per hour for a single adult living in the Inland Empire/Desert Region. There appears to be an opportunity for program growth based on the average annual number of program completers for the selected community college program (1 annual community college award), and the annual openings for architectural and civil drafters in the region (102 annual job openings).

Required Courses (27 units)
DFT/ENE-21    Drafting                                           3 units
DFT/ENE-27    Technical Communications          3 units
CON-62           Print Reading for Construction    3 units
ARE-24            Architectural Drafting                    3 units
ARE-25            Advanced Architectural Drafting  3 units
DFT/ENE-30   Computer Aided Drafting              3 units
ARE-37            Architectural Design                      3 units

Plus, an additional 6 units from the following elective courses:
ARE-35    History of Architecture-Beginnings through Gothic   3 units
ARE-36    History of Architecture: Renaissance to Modern       3 units 
CON-60   Introduction to Construction                                       3 units
CON-74   Construction Estimating                                               3 units

Total Program Units: 27 units

Associate of Science Degree
The Associate of Science Degree in Architectural Graphics will be awarded upon completion of the degree requirements, including general education and other graduation requirements as described in the college catalog.