# Architecture Design & Drafting (Certificate of Achievement)

Laney College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Architecture

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**Architecture - Certificate of Achievement**

The Architecture Department offers vocational and paraprofessional programs in architectural technology as well as preparation for transfer to four- and five-year architecture programs.

The curriculum provides the necessary skills for employment in the design and construction fields. Students may prepare for positions as CAD drafting technicians, 3-D project renderers, and other similarly related occupations in public and private sector architecture and construction/building industry-related offices. Supplemental courses offer students a broad architectural and general education background and enable them to continue their education in architecture at the university level.

**Career Opportunities**

Entry level Drafting/Design Technicians

**Program Learning Outcomes**

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

1.  Create a Building Design using manual/computer tools.
2.  Verbally and Graphically present project ideas

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Core Courses (12 units):** | | 12 |
| ARCH 10 | Introduction to Architecture | 2 |
| ARCH 13 | Architectural Drafting and Design I | 4 |
| ARCH 23 | Architectural Drafting and Design II | 4 |
| ARCH 35 | Perspective, Shades and Shadows I | 2 |
| **Total Units:** | | 12 |

**Architecture - Certificate of Achievement**