Architectural Technologies Diploma

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The Architectural Technologies program is designed to develop the proper skills and knowledge required for satisfactory entrance into the field of architectural drafting and detailing.

Graduates are employed by architects; structural, mechanical and electrical engineers; contractors, subcontractors and building equipment and material suppliers. Students visit a construction site to observe actual construction practices and architectural offices to experience their possible future work environment.

For more information about the Architectural Technologies program, please visit our website at arch.dmacc.edu.

Location: Ankeny

Selected courses offered at Urban Campus.

Students start Fall semester.

Program Entry Requirements

Complete an application for admission.
Satisfy the assessment requirement.
Attend information/registration session.
Submit evidence of grade “C” or above in one year of high school algebra or the equivalent (DMACC Academic Achievement Center Algebra I & II or MAT 063 ) or complete the ALEKS placement test with a minimum score of 30 or higher

Note: The requirement for MAT 773 can be fulfilled with evidence of a grade of “C” or above in MAT 130 or an equivalent mathematics course; and a minimum ALEKS score of 61. When students meet their math requirement this way, the additional credits to meet their graduation requirement must come from an AAS Core Social & Behavioral Science or as approved by the program chairperson.

Graduation Requirements

To earn an Architectural Technologies diploma, students must complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain an overall 2.0 (C) grade point average.

Requirements for the Diploma

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

Total Credits Required to Complete the Diploma - 47

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$147.00 per credit

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

Varied Costs

	Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 3
Books (approximate)	200	100	100
Supplies	200	55	55

Approximate total for the diploma: $7,619*

*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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