Architectural Technology Certificate with a Specialization in
Computer Aided Design/Drafting (C40100-C1)
This certificate will prepare students for entry-level CAD drafting positions within the fields of architecture and/or interior design. Course work includes basic architectural drafting techniques, reading construction documents, 2D and 3D CAD drawings, rendering, modeling, animation and video of building interiors and exteriors. Careful planning should allow the student to complete this certificate in three to four semesters.
| Curriculum | Credits | ||
| ARC | 111 | Introduction to Architectural Technology | 3 |
| ARC | 133 | Construction Document Analysis | 2 |
| ARC | 114* | Architectural CAD (AutoCAD) | 2 |
| ARC | 220* | Advanced Arch CAD | 2 |
| ARC | 225* | Architectural BIM I | 2 |
| Take ONE of the following courses | |||
| ARC | 226* | Architectural BIM II | 2 |
| ARC | 264* | Digital Architecture | 2 |
| ARC | 262* | Architectural Animation & Video | 3 |
| ARC | 192 | Selected Topics in Arch Tech | 2 |
| Total Hours Required | 13-14 | ||
Notes
* Prerequisite is required.
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Architectural Technology Certificate with a Specialization in
Residential Technology (C40100-C2)
This program is designed to give students basic hands-on experience in manual drafting and sketching, CAD drafting, and residential design. Required course work includes the study of construction techniques, terminology, and related topics. Careful planning should allow the student to complete this certificate in two to three semesters.
Note: Effective Fall 2012, this certficate is an approved Technical Education Pathway program for high school students interested in the field of architecture.
| Curriculum | Credits | ||
| ARC | 111* | Introduction to Architectural Technology | 3 |
| ARC | 133 | Construction Document Analysis | 2 |
| ARC | 112 | Construction Materials & Methods | 4 |
| ARC | 113* | Residential Architectural Technology | 3 |
| ARC | 114* | Architectural CAD (AutoCAD) | 2 |
| ARC | 160* | Residential Design | 3 |
| Total Hours Required | 17 | ||
Notes
* Prerequisite is required.
First Step to Enroll
Before registering, new and prospective students should contact the Program Office at 704.330.6189 or becky.davis@cpcc.edu.