Architectural Technologies Diploma

Program Details

Semester 1

• ARC 110 - Intro to Architectural CAD Credits: 3
• ARC 111 - Intermediate Arch 2D CAD Credits: 2
• ARC 113 - Architectural Drafting I Credits: 4
• ARC 123 - Arch Residential Drafting I Credits: 3
• ARC 160 - Materials & Assemblies I Credits: 2
• ARC 170 - Materials & Assemblies II Credits: 2
• SDV 108 - The College Experience Credits: 1

Semester 2

• ARC 115 - Arch 3D Computer Modeling Credits: 2
• ARC 124 - Arch Residential Drafting II Credits: 3
• ARC 133 - Commercial Architecture/BIM I Credits: 3
• ARC 172 - Materials & Assemblies III Credits: 2
• ARC 173 - Materials & Assemblies IV Credits: 2
• ARC 187 - Contract Doc Tech I Credits: 2
• ENG 105 - Composition I Credits: 3
• Select one course from Option 1 Credits: 3-5

Semester 3

• ARC 134 - Commercial Architecture/BIM II Credits: 3
• ARC 183 - Materials and Assemblies V Credits: 2
• Any AAS degree core Social and Behavioral Science/Humanities course   Credits: 3
• ARC 188 - Contract Doc Tech II Credits: 2

Total Credits Required to Complete the Diploma - 47*

*Total credits are calculated using the least number of credits needed to satisfy the option requirements.

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$160.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Approximate total for the diploma: $8,230**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Prepare clear, complete and accurate working plans and detailed drawings for use in construction.
• Prepare precise and detailed scale drawings and computer models from information provided by architects, designers, engineers and contractors.
• Provide information concerning quality of materials to be used, their cost, and processes to be followed in production.
• Use a variety of instruments such as scales, protractors, compasses, triangles, squares, pens, pencils and computer software and hardware.
• Utilize understanding of engineering practices, mathematics, building materials and the physical sciences to complete the drawings.
• Make drawings of each part shown on the layout, giving dimensions, material and other necessary information.
• Use Computer-Aided Drafting and Building Information Modeling software.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Concentrate diligently on a project for long periods.
• Make accurate and aesthetic construction drawings.
• Follow written and spoken directions.
• Take copious notes
• Do neat, detailed work.
• Budget time well and stay on task without supervision.
• Demonstrate good eye-hand coordination when drawing.
• Discuss your drawings/project, intentions, materials and assemblies intelligently and coherently.

What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?

• If very successful, may open business of your own, or work on a contract basis (after experience with a firm or other architectural or engineering concern).
• Work is service-project-oriented.
• Deadlines and accuracy are essential.
• Variety of work opportunities.
• Courses are designed to train the student to be an architectural drafter and will assist the designer or client.
• Average starting salary-A.A.S. degree: $34,320 (2010-2011 Placement Report).

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DMACC offers career and technical programs in the following areas of study:

Agriculture, National & Environmental Services /Architecture, Engineering, and Construction/Arts, Design, and Visual communications/Business, Management, and Marketing/Education, Public, and Human Services/Health Science/Hospitality and Culinary/Information Technology/Manufacturing/Transportation & Logistics

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