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| Architecture - Architecture Technology |
| Associate in Arts Degree |
Associate Degree programs DO NOT necessarily constitute the first two years of a program leading to a bachelor's degree. This program is designed to prepare students interested in obtaining employment as architectural technicians or transferring to schools of Architecture. The program has been developed through an advisory committee of architects, technicians, contractors, and Pierce College faculty. For General Education Subject Requirements, follow Plan B. If an eventual 4-year degree is considered, be aware of the requirements different from Plan B. |
| FIRST SEMESTER | UNITS | |
| Arch 001 | Introduction to Architecture | 1 |
| Arch 005 | Architectural Drawing I | 3 |
| Arch 009 | Elements of Architecture | 3 |
| Arch 020 | Methods of Construction | 2 |
| Arch 041 | Architectural Model Building | 2 |
| 2,4Math 145 | Technical Mathematics I | 3 |
| SECOND SEMESTER | ||
| Arch 006 | Architectural Drawing II | 3 |
| Arch 021 | Materials of Construction | 3 |
| Arch 033 | Basic Architectural Design I | 3 |
| 2,3,5Math 146 | Technical Mathematics II | 3 |
| General Education | 3 | |
| THIRD SEMESTER | ||
| Arch 007 | Architectural Drawing III | 3 |
| Arch 022 | Equipment of Buildings | 3 |
| Arch 034 | Basic Architectural Design II | 3 |
| 5English 028 | Intermediate Reading and Composition | 3 |
| Or | ||
| English 101 | College Reading and Composition I | 3 |
| 1Architectural Elective | 3 | |
| FOURTH SEMESTER | ||
| Arch 008 | Architectural Drawing IV | 3 |
| Arch 010 | Freehand Drawing I | 2 |
| Arch 012 | Architectural Rendering | 2 |
| Art Elective | 3 | |
| 6Health 010 | Health Education | 3 |
| 6Phys Ed | Physical Education Activity | 2 |
| Physical Education Activity | 1 | |
| General Education | 6 | |
| 1Suggested Electives: Arch 015, 018, 023, 037 (CAD), 052, and Coop Ed. |
| 2Math 116 or 115 or Math 125 may be substituted. |
| 3Math 240 may be substituted |
| 4Meets General Education Requirements, Plan B, Part D2. |
| 5Meets General Education Requirements, Plan B, Part D1, |
| 6Meets General Education Requirements, Plan B, Part E. |
Note: CA State Polytechnic Universities, San Luis Obispo and Pomona offer degrees in Architecture and Planning. See a counselor or department advisor for further information. |
Certificate Program |
| For students who wish to complete two classes (minimum) in one year to prepare for employment. A minimum of 37 units is required. Cannot be completed in one academic year. |
| UNITS | ||
| Arch 001 | Introduction to Architecture | 1 |
| Arch 005 | Architectural Drawing I | 3 |
| Arch 006 | Architectural Drawing II | 3 |
| Arch 007 | Architectural Drawing Ill | 3 |
| Arch 008 | Architectural Drawing IV | 3 |
| Arch 010 | Freehand Drawing I | 2 |
| Arch 012 | Architectural Rendering | 2 |
| Arch 020 | Methods of Construction | 2 |
| Arch 021 | Materials of Construction | 3 |
| Arch 022 | Equipment of Buildings | 3 |
| Arch 033 | Basic Architectural Design I | 3 |
| Arch 034 | Basic Architectural Design II | 3 |
| Arch 041 | Architectural Model Building | 2 |
| Math 146 | Technical Mathematics II | 3 |
