Architecture, AS

Industry and Technology Division
www.elcamino.edu/academics/indtech

The architecture program prepares students for transfer or for employment in the field. By completing the degree requirements, the student will gain proficiency in manual and computer aided drafting (CAD) fundamentals, three-dimensional drawing, model making, and structural analysis of buildings. Students will learn to interpret the Uniform Building Code and local planning and zoning ordinances. Competencies will be assessed in accordance with the American Institute of Architects (A.I.A.) certification criteria. Students completing the program may expect to enter industry as an entry-level CAD draftsperson in an architecture firm or transfer to a university architecture program.

At least 50 percent of the major requirements for the Associate in Science degree must be completed at El Camino College.

For Gainful Employment program information, please visit www.elcamino.edu/academics/indtech/architecture.

Certificate of Achievement

A Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of all program requirements. At least 50 percent of the requirements for the certificate must be completed at El Camino College.

Required Core: 23 units

ARCH 100 - An Orientation to Architecture 1 unit
ARCH 107 - World Architecture: Pre-History to Middle Ages 3 units
ARCH 108 - World Architecture: Gothic to Early Modern 3 units
ARCH 119 - Computer Aided Architectural Drafting 3 units
ARCH 150A - Construction Documentation I 3 units
ARCH 150B - Construction Documentation II 3 units
ARCH 170 - Architectural Graphics Techniques 3 units
ARCH 171 - Architectural Three-Dimensional Illustration 3 units
ARCH 199 - Architecture Design Studio 4 units

12-13 units from:

ARCH 121 - Building Information Modeling I 3 units
ARCH 125 - Building Information Modeling II 3 units
ARCH 158 - Structures Analysis - Timber 3 units
ARCH 172 - Architectural Color Rendering Techniques 3 units
ARCH 179 - Design/Build Studio 4 units
ET 165 - Sustainable and Regenerative Practices in Site and Landscape Development 3 units

Total Units: 38-39

Preparation for the Architecture Transfer Major

For information on specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfer curriculum guide sheet in the Counseling Services Center, consult with your counselor, or visit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help you fulfill your associate degree requirements.