Architectural Technology
Associate in Science Architecture · Allan Hancock College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Award Type: Associate in Science
The Associate in Science in Architectural Technology provides students with the knowledge and skills they need for entry-level positions in the building industry, including architectural interns, architectural drafters/CAD technicians, and technical/production support staff within architecture or construction firms. Furthermore, the AS degree prepares students to transfer into a professional program at a university which offers a baccalaureate degree.
The graduate of the Associate in Science in Architectural Technology will:
- Communicate graphically using both manual and computer aided methods.
- Produce a set of architectural plans that may be submitted for plan check approval.
- Develop knowledge of and ability to apply building codes.
- Produce a comphrensive architectural project that demonstrates the capacity to make design decisions across scales.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| A major of 38 units is required for the degree. | ||
| Required core courses (32 units): | 32 | |
| ARCH 101 | Principles of Environmental Design | 3 |
| ARCH 107 | Sustainable Design Methods & Technology | 3 |
| ARCH 111 | Architectural Graphics & Design I | 3 |
| ARCH 112 | Architectural Graphics & Design II | 3 |
| ARCH 121 | Architectural Practice 1 | 4 |
| ARCH 131 | Building Construction Materials and Methods | 3 |
| ARCH 151 | Architectural Design Studio I | 5 |
| ARCH 152 | Architectural Design Studio II | 5 |
| ARCH 160 | Digital Tools In Architecture | 3 |
| Plus a minimum of 6 units selected from the following: | 6 | |
| ARCH 100 | Computer Aided Drafting and Design | 3 |
| ET 100 | Computer Aided Drafting and Design | 3 |
| ARCH 122 | Architectural Drawing 2 | 4 |
| ARCH 321 | California Building Code | 3 |
| ENGR 152 | Statics | 3 |
| ENGR 156 | Strength of Materials | 4 |
| MATH C2210 | Calculus I: Early Transcendentals | 4 |
| PHYS 141 | General Physics 1 | 4 |
| PHYS 142 | General Physics 2 | 4 |
| General Education | ||
| In addition to completing the program requirements, students are also required to complete general education courses. Students may follow the AHC GE or the Cal-GETC pathways to meet these requirements. Students intending to transfer to a four-year university should use the Cal-GETC GE pathway. To see what major courses and general education requirements you need to fulfill, visit your myHancock account and select the DegreeWorks button in the Academic Profile widget. For more information and guidance, and to receive a detailed education plan, make an appointment with an academic counselor. | ||
| Total | 38 | |