Architectural Technology, Associate of Applied Science

(Suggested Occupational Plan)

This program provides knowledge and skills in the diverse areas of applied architecture, building engineering, and construction. Computer applications in drafting, design, and building systems provide the student with skills essential to a career in architectural technology. In the first year, the student should acquire a foundation in building design, materials, methods of construction, and computer-aided drawing. Then in the second year of the program, the student will build on this background and take up residential and commercial building types in architecture and construction and building service systems, as well as architectural drawing and rendering. This program includes the complete curriculum from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board’s Architectural Drafting Program of Study (ARCE 1352, ARCE 2352, DFTG 1305, DFTG 1317, DFTG 1345, DFTG 2319, DFTG 2328, DFTG 2332, DFTG 2338).

First Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
ARCH 1311Introduction to Architecture

3

ARCH 1307Architectural Graphics I

3

ARCH 1303Architectural Design I

3

DFTG 1305Introduction to Technical Drawing

3

DFTG 2319Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting

3

Second Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
ARCH 1308Architectural Graphics II

3

ARCH 1304Architectural Design II

3

ARCH 2312Architectural Technology I

3

Core Creative Arts OR Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Elective

3

Third Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
DFTG 1345Parametric Modeling and Design

3

ENGL 1301Composition I

3

Core Communications (SPCH) Core Elective

3

Fourth Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
DFTG 1317Architectural Drafting - Residential

3

DFTG 2332Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting

3

MATH 1316Plane Trigonometry

3

ARCE 1342Codes, Specifications, and Contract Documents

3

Fifth Semester

Course CodeCourse NameSemester Hours
ARCE 1352Structural Drafting

3

DFTG 2328Architectural Drafting - Commercial

3

ARCE 2352Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Systems

3

DFTG 2338Final Project - Advanced Drafting

3

Total Semester Hours for Associate Degree: 60

Additional Information

Courses in bold type meet General Education requirements for Del Mar College Associate of Applied Science degrees.

Creative Arts OR Language, Philosophy, and Culture Core Elective: ARCH 1301 or ARCH 1302 preferred.

THECB Architectural Drafting Program of Study courses: ARCE 1352, ARCE 2352, DFTG 1305, DFTG 1317, DFTG 1345, DFTG 2319, DFTG 2328, DFTG 2332, DFTG 2338.