Architectural Drafting & Design
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - 60 credits
About this program
In the Architectural Drafting and Design program, students become proficient in computer-aided drafting (CAD) and the Revit building design software, learning the skills needed for a variety of jobs related to the construction industry. Graduates are hired by architectural and engineering firms, contractors, and manufacturing and distribution companies. An advisory board comprised of local and regional industry representatives reviews the curriculum to ensure students learn the skills needed by employers.
Program outcomes
- Analyze relationships between building systems in coordination with architectural drawings.
- Produce architectural construction drawings utilizing CAD software.
- Demonstrate professional work behavior and communication.
- Report existing conditions of buildings and site layouts.
- Create and present relevant design concepts.
- Calculate material quantities and the final cost of building projects.
Accreditation
Minnesota State Community and Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
The Higher Learning Commission
230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500
Chicago, IL 60604-1411
http://www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org
Phone: 312.263.0456 / 800.621.7440
Tracks
Curriculum overview
| Credits | Requirement type |
|---|---|
| 51 | Required courses |
| 9 | Restricted electives in course types |
| 60 | Total |
AAS
Required Courses:
9 credits from these course types:
| Course Type |
|---|
| General Education w/MnTC Goals |
Plans
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1st Fall Term - 14 credits
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BLDG1114 - Blueprint Reading I | 2 |
| CADD1000 - AutoCAD Basics | 3 |
| CONM1124 - Building Systems | 3 |
| ENGT1126 - Engineering Graphics | 3 |
| ENGT1134 - Office Systems and Equipment | 3 |
1st Spring Term - 16 credits
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ARCH1126 - Residential Project I | 3 |
| ARCH2226 - Residential Project II | 4 |
| ARCH2250 - Project Administration | 2 |
| CONM1108 - Principles of Estimating | 4 |
| ENGL1101 - College Writing | 3 |
2nd Fall Term - 18 credits
3 credits from these course types:
| Course Type |
|---|
| General Education w/MnTC Goals |
2nd Spring Term - 12 credits
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ARCH2244 - Commercial Projects | 4 |
| DET2230 - 3D Printing and Prototyping | 2 |
6 credits from these course types:
| Course Type |
|---|
| General Education w/MnTC Goals |
