Degrees & Certificates
By completing the degree or certificate requirements, the student will gain proficiency in various learning tracks that include, the design process, graphic communications, architectural history & theory and construction documentation. While immersed in these topics, students will be exposed to critical thinking, learn to analyze conditions and gain an understanding for the International Building Code (IBC) and local planning regulations and zoning ordinances.
Competencies will be assessed in accordance with the American Institute of Architects (A.I.A.) certification criteria. Students completing the program may expect to enter industry as an entry-level CAD draftsperson in an architecture firm or transfer to an university architecture program
Associate in Science Degree
Program Requirements:
At least 50% of the major requirements for the Associate in Science Degree must be completed at El Camino College.
Required Core Units: 26 units
| Architecture 100 An Orientation to Architecture (1 unit) |
Architecture 150B Construction Documentation II (3 units) |
| Architecture 107 World Architecture: Pre-History to Middle Ages (3 units) |
Architecture 170 Architectural Graphics Techniques (3 units) |
| Architecture 108 World Architecture: Gothic to Early Modern (3 units) |
Architecture 171 Architectural Three-Dimensional Illustration (3 units) |
| Architecture 150A Construction Documentation I (3 units) |
Architecture 199 Architecture Design Studio (4 units) |
12-13 units from:
| Architecture 121 Building Information Modeling I (3 units) |
Architecture 172 Architectural Color Rendering Techniques (3 units) |
| Architecture 125 Building Information Modeling II (3 units) |
Architecture 179 Design and Build Studio (4 units) |
| Architecture 158 Structures Analysis-Timber (3 units) |
Environmental Technology 165 Sustainable and Regenerative Practices in Site and Landscape Development (3 units) |
Total units: 38-39
Preparation for the Architecture Transfer Major
For information on specific university major requirements, please obtain a transfer
curriculum guide sheet in the Counseling Services Center, consult with your counselor,
or visit the Transfer Center. You may use the transfer major requirements to help
you fulfill your associate degree requirements.
Certificates of Achievement
Program Requirements:
A Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of all program requirements. At least 50% of the requirements for the certificate must be completed at El Camino College. Program units are the same as listed above.