Architectural Technology Concentration Level-I (Certificate N0468)

Technology and Health Division
This Level I Technology Concentration Certificate focuses upon the preparation of architectural construction documents, with emphasis on computer-aided design and drawing (CADD) applications. Regulatory requirements and an overview of construction practices are also included. The student will prepare a portfolio of CADD documentation, including 2-D and 3-D projections.

Required Courses

Course Prefix Course Name Units
Completion of the Architecture Foundational Skills Certificate coursework12
PLUS
Completion of the Architectural Technology Concentration - Level I coursework10
Total Units22
Course Prefix Course Name Units
Architecture Foundational Skills Certificate Coursework
ARCH 101Design I - Elements of Design4
ARCH 121CADD and Digital Design Media Level I4
ARCH 141Design Drawing and Communication4
Total Units12
Course Prefix Course Name Units
Architectural Technology Concentration - Level I Coursework
ARCH 142Architectural Materials and Specifications4
ARCH 147Architectural CAD and BIM3
ECT 70Elements of Construction Management3
Total Units10

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Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, a student will be able to:

  • Be employed or actively seeking employment in the field or a related field.
  • Be technically competent.
  • Successfully execute orthographic and 3D drawing projections.

Review Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for this program.

Looking for guidance? A counselor can help.This Guided Pathways for Success (GPS) is a suggested sequence of coursework needed for program completion. It is not an official educational plan. Schedule an appointment with a counselor or advisor as soon as possible to create an individualized Mountie Academic Plan (MAP) specific to your goals and needs.

Plan of Study Grid
Fall TermUnits
ARCH 141 Design Drawing and Communication 4
Submit petition: inside.mtsac.edu, Student Tab #45 5
Certificate: Arch. Foundational Skills: E0387 7
(ARCH 101 AND ARCH 121) 8
 Units4
Spring Term
ARCH 142 Architectural Materials and Specifications 4
ARCH 147 Architectural CAD and BIM 3
ECT 70 Elements of Construction Management 3
Submit petition: inside.mtsac.edu, Student Tab #45 5
Certificate: Architectural Tech. L1 N0468 8
 Units10
 Total Units14
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