Architectural Technology - Associate Degree
Careers in architectural technology allow you to pursue your passion for designing, drawing, creating, and problem solving. As an Architectural Technology graduate, you'll be prepared to work in many fields related to architecture and construction. Careers include architectural technician, building information modeling specialist, building materials salesperson, building systems design technician, shop drawing draftsperson, structural draftsperson, and residential designer or estimator. With additional education and/or work experience, you may become an architect, building inspector, commercial or residential estimator, structural engineer, specification writer, or project manager.
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Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition: $10,879, Books: $826, Supplies: $2,775
This program is fully eligible for financial aid.
Estimates based on in-state residency. Please visit the following URL to learn more about tuition and fees for this program. /admissions-and-aid/paying-for-college/tuition-and-fees?ProgramCode=106141
Requirements for Program Entry
- Apply at www.nwtc.edu/apply.
- Submit the following to transcripts@nwtc.edu: • High school transcript (or GED/HSED transcript). • College transcript.
- If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6, complete or submit a placement evaluation.
- Tip! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step. Have questions? Connect with 冈本视频 Admissions at start@nwtc.edu or 920-498-5444.
Program Outcomes
- Develop construction documents
- Evaluate building materials
- Develop building designs
- Integrate building systems
Curriculum
Students following the study plan below will complete the Architectural Technology associate degree in the number of semesters shown.
First Semester
8 Week 1
8 Week 2
Second Semester
8 Week 1
8 Week 2
Summer Before Third Semester
Full Semester
Third Semester
8 Week 1
8 Week 2
Fourth Semester
8 Week 1
8 Week 2
- Curriculum Note: The credit for 10-890-101, College 101 is an Institutional Requirement for graduation. Consequently, it is not part of the program requirements, but must be passed with a C.
- Students must earn a grade of "C" or better in English Composition 1 to enroll in Technical Reporting.
Course Descriptions
Introduces the principles of architectural design theory, sketching application, and space planning. Develops skills in visualization, presentation drawings, and architectural language. Basic architectural sketches and drawings will be prepared. (Prerequisite: Acceptance in Architectural Technology program)
Course Typically Offered: FallStudents gain skills that lead to success in college, employment, and life. Students should take this course in their first semester. (Pre-requisite: None.)
Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall SpringIncorporates the use of AutoCAD for generating construction drawings. Basic to intermediate techniques will be employed. Accurate architectural drawings adhering to given standards that incorporate symbols, dimensions and notes will be created. (Prerequisite: Accepted in the Architectural Technology program)
Course Typically Offered: FallIncorporates the use of Revit for building information modeling. Basic to intermediate modeling and documentation tools will be explored. Simple building information models will be generated, edited, and documented. (Prerequisite: Acceptance in Architectural Technology program or into the Fundamentals of Architecture certificate.)
Course Typically Offered: FallIntroduces building construction drawings, codes, and specifications. Residential projects will be examined. (Prerequisite:10-614-210, Architectural Principles or enrolled in the Fundamentals of Architecture Certificate. Co-requisite: 10-614-213, Building Materials.)
Course Typically Offered: FallConsiders material properties, processes of manufacture, installation procedures and performance. Construction methods, building systems and products will be evaluated. Materials will be analyzed and classified based on the Construction Specifications Institute Master Format. (Prerequisite: Acceptance in Architectural Technology program or into the Fundamentals of Architecture certificate.)
Course Typically Offered: SpringLearners develop knowledge/skills in planning, organizing, writing, editing. Students will also analyze audience/purpose, use elements of research, format documents using standard guidelines, and develop critical reading skills. (Prerequisite: High school GPA greater/equal to 2.6; OR ACT Reading score greater/equal to 16 AND English greater/equal to 18; OR Next Gen Reading score greater/equal to 250 AND Writing score greater/equal to 260; OR "preparatory course(s)", contact academic advisor at 920-498-5444)
Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall SpringTopics include solving linear equations; graphing; percent; proportions; measurement systems; computational geometry; and right triangle trigonometry. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems. (Prerequisite: Next Gen Arithmetic score greater/equal to 250 AND Rdg score greater/equal to 250; OR ACT Math score greater/equal to 15 AND ACT Rdg score greater/equal to 16; OR preparatory courses-contact an academic advisor 920-498-5444)
Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall SpringHighlights load distribution and coordination of structural components within residential buildings. Foundation systems, framing design and applicable codes will be examined. Various methods will be utilized to select members for use in structural drawings. (Prerequisites: 10-614-210, Architectural Principles; 10-614-217, Architectural Print Reading; 10-614-216, BIM Architectural 1; 10-614-222, CAD Architectural)
Course Typically Offered: SpringInvestigates basic sustainable design theories and rating systems. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED©) green building rating system will be applied to a residential building design. (Prerequisite: Acceptance in Architectural Technology program or into the Fundamentals of Architecture certificate.)
Course Typically Offered: FallReviews building construction documents and codes. Commercial projects will be examined. (Prerequisite: 10-614-217, Architectural Print Reading 1)
Course Typically Offered: FallEmphasizes residential house styles, building codes, and design components related to the site and structure. Conceptual design drawings will be developed into construction drawings using AutoCAD and Revit software. (Prerequisites: 10-614-213, Building Materials; 10-614-210, Architectural Principles; 10-614-217, Architectural Print Reading; 10-614-231, BIM Architectural 2; 10-614-222, CAD Architectural)
Course Typically Offered: SpringExpands the implementation of additional features found in Revit. Advanced modeling and documentation tools will be explored. More complex building information models will be generated, edited, and documented. (Prerequisite: 10-614-216, BIM Architectural 1)
Course Typically Offered: SpringAssociates program coursework with architectural related careers. Compliance to industry procedures and standards will be stressed. Architectural technology concepts and techniques will be applied in a work environment. (Prerequisite: Instructor approval)
Course Typically Offered: With instructor approvalThis course introduces the study of diversity from a local to a global perspective using a holistic, interdisciplinary approach that encourages exploration and prepares students to work in a diverse environment. The course introduces basic diversity concepts, examines the impact of bias and power differentials among groups, explores the use of culturally responsive communication strategies, and compares forces that shape diversity in an international context. (Prerequisite: Next Gen Rdg score greater/equal to 250 AND Writing score greater/equal to 237; OR ACT Rdg score greater/equal to 16 AND English greater/equal to 15; OR 10-831-107, College Reading and Writing with a B or better.)
Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall SpringIncorporates the use of Revit for creating structural building information models for commercial buildings. Models will be generated, edited, and documented. (Prerequisite: 10-614-231, BIM Architectural 2)
Course Typically Offered: FallPrinciples of report writing and correspondence, proposals, feasibility reports, progress reports, investigation reports, evaluation reports, meeting reports, memos, and correspondence. (Prerequisite: 10-801-136, English Composition I OR 10-801-195, Written Communication with “C” or better)
Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall SpringTopics include: performing operations on polynomials; solving quadratic and rational equations; formula rearrangement; solving systems of equations; and oblique triangle trigonometry. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems. (Prerequisite: 10-804-113, Tech Math 1A with grade C or better)
Course Typically Offered: Fall SpringEvaluates sustainable aspects of a LEED© rated building. Ramifications of sustainable design on the construction and operation of a building will be discussed. Enhanced building performance modeling and assessment will be explored. (Prerequisites: 10-614-214, Building Sustainability 1; Co-Requisite: 10-614-250, Architectural Commercial Studio 1)
Course Typically Offered: FallIntroduces the design and construction process for commercial building projects. Compliance to applicable codes will be stressed. Advanced building information modeling tools will be used to design and document a commercial building. (Prerequisites: 10-614-219, Architectural Residential; 10-614-218, BIM Structural)
Course Typically Offered: FallIncorporates the use of Revit for creating electrical system building information models for commercial buildings. Models will be generated, edited, and documented. (Prerequisite: 10-614-231, BIM Architectural 2)
Course Typically Offered: SpringRelates fundamental concepts of physics to architectural design and building construction. Physical properties of building materials and systems will be analyzed using basic principles of statics and strength of materials. (Prerequisites: 10-614-232, Structural Residential; 10-804-196, Trigonometry w Apps OR 10-804-113, College Tech Math 1A)
Course Typically Offered: FallApplies mathematics and the knowledge of building materials to the art of blueprint interpretation. Residential and commercial construction plans will be referenced. Manual and computerized methods will be employed to complete material quantity surveys. (Prerequisites: 10-614-219, Architectural Residential; 10-614-232, Structural Residential)
Course Typically Offered: SpringIncorporates the use of Revit for creating HVAC system building information models for commercial buildings. Models will be generated, edited, and documented. (Prerequisite: 10-614-231, BIM Architectural 2)
Course Typically Offered: FallIncorporates the use of Revit for creating plumbing system building information models for commercial buildings. Models will be generated, edited, and documented. (Prerequisite: 10-614-231, BIM Architectural 2)
Course Typically Offered: FallThis course focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation, group activity, and other projects. The study of self, conflict, and cultural contexts will be explored, as well as their impact on communication. (Prerequisite: Next Gen Rdg score greater/equal to 250 AND Writing score greater/equal to 237; OR ACT Rdg score greater/equal to 16 AND English score greater/equal to 16; OR preparatory course-contact an academic advisor at 920-498-5444)
Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall SpringEnhances commercial building construction drawing documentation. Compliance to applicable codes will be stressed. Advanced building information modeling tools will be used to further develop commercial building construction documents. (Prerequisite: 10-614-250, Architectural Commercial Studio 1)
Course Typically Offered: SpringThis science of psychology course is a survey of multiple aspects of behavior and mental processes. It provides an overview of topics such as research methods, theoretical perspectives, learning, cognition, memory, motivation, emotions, personality, abnormal psychology, physiological factors, social influences, and development.. (Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA of 2.6 or greater OR satisfactory reading and writing assessment scores OR 10-831-107, College Reading and Writing 1 with "B" or better OR Corequisite: 10-831-102, English Comp Prep).
Course Typically Offered: Summer Fall SpringIncorporates the use of Navisworks for managing building information. Files will be combined, and the information will be analyzed for clash detection to coordinate the various systems within commercial buildings. (Prerequisites: 10-614-231, BIM Architectural 2; 10-614-218, BIM Structural; 10-614-220, BIM HVAC; 10-614-221, BIM Plumbing; 10-614-224, BIM Electrical)
Course Typically Offered: Spring