This Certificate of Achievement provides a focus on the basic knowledge courses of study for students in preparation to enter into majors in Architecture. Emphasis is placed on foundational knowledge in the use of architectural document reading and architectural styles. Coursework involves the interpretation of basic architectural documents and projects accomplished within an industry environment, as is common in entry-level workplace conditions.
Please contact the Student Success Team for this program if you have any questions.| Course | Units | Typically Offered |
| 1st Semester | ||
| ARCH 103 - History of Architecture: Renaissance to PresentM | 3.0 | |
ARCH 103 - History of Architecture: Renaissance to Present (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and be able to read college-level texts. This course surveys the historical development of modern architecture from the Renaissance to the present day. The influence of technological, ecological, environmental, cultural, and socio-economic factors on architecture are considered. Analysis of current and future trends and developments in contemporary architecture and environmental design is covered. | ||
| ARCH 110 - Construction Document Reading and EstimatingM | 3.0 | |
ARCH 110 - Construction Document Reading and Estimating (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level, be able to read college-level texts, and have knowledge of elementary algebra concepts. This course is designed for architecture students as well as apprentices and employees in all areas of the construction industry, and covers residential, light commercial, and industrial building construction. The course introduces the use of prints, construction documents, and the theory of construction estimating as used in the building industry. Principles of reading working drawings and plans; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) specifications; details and elevations; and electrical specifications are included, as are materials estimating, and estimating rules, tables, and procedures. | ||
| ENGT 105 - Introduction to Visualization, Sketching, & RenderingM | 2.0 | |
ENGT 105 - Introduction to Visualization, Sketching, & Rendering (2.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. This course is designed to develop skills in drawing as used by design professionals in architectural and technical applications. Using visualization and deploying basic principles of proportion, composition, and freehand techniques, students prepare technical isometric, oblique, perspective, and orthographic sketches to industry standards. Design considerations for various projects involving preliminary design sketches are also introduced. This course is open to all students who want to develop drawing skills. It is required for all students working towards a degree or certificate in the Architecture and Engineering Design Drafting program. | ||
| Total Semester Units: | 8.0 | |
| Total Units for Architecture: Basic Knowledge COA program | 8.0 | |
| AP exams and courses taken outside of Rio Hondo College may fulfill general education and/or major requirements. Please check with a counselor. |
| M | Major course; course may also meet a general education requirement |
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