Architectural Technology Certificate of Achievement

The Architectural Technology Certificate of Achievement provides education and training for students seeking employment in Architecture or any of the related fields in the building industry where they may be involved in the production of working drawings for the construction and renovation of homes, offices, retail stores, and many other building typologies. Students earning the certificate may also choose to continue their education toward an associate, baccalaureate, or advanced degree in Architecture or related major.

Learning Outcomes

Upon satisfactory completion of this program students will be able to:

  1. Fulfill the requirements for an entry- level position in their field.
  2. Apply critical thinking skills to execute daily duties in their area of employment.
  3. Apply critical thinking skills to research, evaluate, analyze, and synthesize information.
  4. Display the skills and aptitude necessary to qualify for certification exams in their field.
  5. Exhibit effective written, oral communication and interpersonal skills.

Program Requirements 

Course Code Title Units
Required CoursesUnits
ARCH 001Intro to Architectural Professions3
ARCH 002Materials of Construction4
ARCH 003AArchitectural Practice I3
ARCH 003BArchitectural Practice II3
ARCH 005AIntroduction to Drawing & Perspective3
ARCH 005BArchitectural Delineation3
ARCH 011Architectural Blueprint Reading3
BIT 010California Building Codes4
DRA 001Technical Drafting I3
DRA 002AutoCAD4
DRA 010CAD Drafting/Design Project2
DRA 011Intro to Sketchup & Revit3
CERTIFICATE TOTAL38