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Architectural Design/Construction Technology

The Architectural/Design Construction Technology Program trains students in design and construction of homes, schools, commercial, industrial, and public buildings and community projects. Other beneficial subjects students may be interested in, include the upkeep, repair, modification, renovation, restoration, and modernization of existing buildings.

Upon completion, students will graduate with the skillful knowledge to produce drawings for building infrastructures as well as supervise and inspect construction of residential and commercial buildings.

Graduates of the Architectural/Design Construction Technology Program have moved on to work as technical management personnel for architects, engineers, design-builders, developers, general contractors, and even government employees. With the training received from this program, graduates can run their own businesses and practice as licensed home builders, contractors, remodelers, and architectural designers and builders.

The Assoicate of Applied Science degree program of Architectural/Design Construction Technology offered at Delgado is accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE). 

Learn more about this program in the College Catalog.

Student Learning Outcomes 

  1. Architectural Analysis and Design - Apply fundamental architectural/engineering principles in the analysis and design of structural/building systems.
  2. Architectural Documentation - Able to take an assignment and create the necessary models, documents, and production drawings (using appropriate resources such as books, references, tables, etc.), pertinent to the architectural industry.
  3. Architectural Drawing Production - Develop complete architectural plans to industry standards using CAD software with considerations for aesthetics, cost, methods of construction, building codes, utilizing basic blueprints and common industrial practices.
  4. Teamwork - Function effectively as a member of a technical team.
  5. Problem Solving - Identify, analyze, and solve narrowly defined technical problems.
  6. Written & Oral Communication - Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments, identify and use appropriate technical literature.
  7. Professional Development - Understand the need for and engage in self-directed continuing professional development.
  8. Ethics & Respect for Diversity - Demonstrate understanding of and commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity.
  9. Professionalism - Demonstrate a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.

 

Important Design Course + Software Course Sequencing

1st Semester 2nd SEMESTER 3rd SEMESTER 4th SEMESTER

ARCH-110
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN I

ARCH-120
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN II
(prereq: ARCH-110)

ARCH-210
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN III
(prereq: ARCH-120)

ARCH-285
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN IV
(prereq: ARCH-210)

CO-RELATED COURSE:
CADD-125
INTRO TO BOARD DRAFTING

CO-RELATED COURSE:
CADD-201
INTRO TO CADD
(prereq: CADD-125)

CO-RELATED COURSE:
CADD-212
ARCHITECTURAL APPS. IN CADD
(prereq: CADD-201)

PROGRAM EXIT REQUIREMENTS:
DASO DINNER PORTFOLIO PREPARATION