Architecture and Residential Design, Architecture and Construction, AAS
Program Code: Architecture Res Design-AAS
Program Description
The Associate of Applied Science, Architecture and Construction, Architecture and Residential Design, introduces students to the design philosophies, methodologies, theories, and techniques necessary to continue their education in the field of architecture. Courses adhere to standards established by national industry associations and may fulfill requirements for students transferring into accredited baccalaureate programs. Students are strongly encouraged to work with a faculty advisor to select appropriate courses for their selected baccalaureate program.
Recommended Course Schedule
1st semester | Units | |
---|---|---|
AAD 101 | Design with Nature | 3 |
AAD 180 | Design Foundation I | 3 |
AAD 181 | Design Foundation I Discussion | 3 |
ENG 101 | Composition I or Composition Enhanced or Composition I for International and Multilingual Students | 3 |
MATH 126 | Pre-Calculus I (or higher) | 3 |
Semester Total | 15 | |
2nd semester | ||
AAD 125 | Construction Drawings and Detailing | 3 |
AAD 223 | Graphic Software for Arch, Const, Dsgnr, Planners | 3 |
AAE 280 | Design Foundations II | 6 |
US & Nevada Constitutions/Fine Arts/Humanities/Social Science | 3 | |
Semester Total | 15 | |
3rd semester | ||
AAD 201 | History of the Built Environment | 3 |
AAE 282 | Design Foundations III | 6 |
ENG 102 | Composition II | 3 |
PHYS 100 | Introductory Physics | 3 |
Semester Total | 15 | |
4th semester | ||
AAD 230 | Design with Climate | 3 |
AAD 261 | Introduction to Topo Form and Design Technology | 3 |
ART 101 | Drawing I | 3 |
AAD 256 | Introduction to Land Use Planning | 3 |
GEOL 100 | Earthquakes, Volcanoes and Natural Disasters | 3 |
Semester Total | 15 | |
Total Units | 60 |
Program Requirements
AAS degrees are generally non-transfer degrees that are designed for students to enter the workforce.
To earn an AAS degree, students must:
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (see requirements for graduation.)
- Complete a minimum of 15 units within the college.
- Satisfy General Education requirements for the AAS.
- Have no financial or library obligation to the college.
Code | Title | Units |
---|---|---|
General Education Requirements | ||
English/Communications 1 | 6 | |
Required: | ||
Composition I | ||
or ENG 100 | Composition Enhanced | |
or ENG 113 | Composition I for International and Multilingual Students | |
Required: | ||
Composition II | ||
or ENG 114 | Composition II For International and Multilingual Students | |
Fine Arts/Humanities/Social Science | 3 | |
Recommended: | ||
Course that meets U.S. and Nevada Constitutions Requirement | ||
Human Relations: | [3] | |
Embedded | ||
Design Foundation I and Design Foundation I Discussion | ||
Mathematics | 3 | |
Required: | ||
Pre-Calculus I | ||
Science | 3 | |
Required: | ||
Introductory Physics | ||
or PHYS 151 | General Physics I | |
Additional College Requirements | ||
Diversity | [3] | |
History of the Built Environment | ||
U.S. and Nevada Constitutions 2 | [3] | |
Degree Requirements | ||
Core | ||
AAD 125 | Construction Drawings and Detailing | 3 |
AAD 201 | History of the Built Environment 2 | 3 |
AAD 261 | Introduction to Topo Form and Design Technology | 3 |
GEOL 100 | Earthquakes, Volcanoes and Natural Disasters | 3 |
Emphasis | ||
ART 101 | Drawing I | 3 |
AAD 101 | Design with Nature | 3 |
AAD 180 | Design Foundation I | 3 |
AAD 181 | Design Foundation I Discussion | 3 |
AAD 223 | Graphic Software for Arch, Const, Dsgnr, Planners | 3 |
AAD 230 | Design with Climate | 3 |
AAD 256 | Introduction to Land Use Planning | 3 |
AAE 280 | Design Foundations II | 6 |
AAE 282 | Design Foundations III | 6 |
Total Units | 60 |
Program Outcomes
Students completing the degree will:
PSLO1: Identify and apply architectural design theories.
PSLO2: Prepare basic architectural presentations demonstrating design and construction knowledge.
PSLO3: Synthesize course knowledge and skills that will enable them to meet the requirements for acceptance into an accredited architectural program.