# Architecture (Associate in Science)

Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Design and Manufacturing Technologies

Source: https://palomar.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/32694/33138/33115/33354/32825

This coursework prepares students for transfer into a university architectural program.  Emphasis is on current architectural and construction practices, fundamental design skills, sustainable building guidelines, and transfer preparation. Students should review specific course requirements and transfer agreements with their architectural instructor and transfer counselor. General education course requirements such as mathematics, physics, etc. will vary depending upon the specific university program.

Learning Outcome(s):

1.  Apply architectural history and theory to select design principles
2.  Apply problem-solving skills to create solutions for a series of design challenges.
3.  Analyze, document, and draft construction drawings.
4.  Examine the principles of structural and building material applications.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Program Requirements** | | 27 |
| ARCH 105 | Basic Architectural Drafting | 3 |
| **Elective (select one of the following two courses)** | | 3 |
| ARCH 120 | Architectural History | 3 |
| or ARCH 121 | Multicultural Architectural History | 3 |
| ARCH 122 | History of Architectural Theory | 3 |
| ARCH 135 | Architectural Materials and Methods of Construction | 3 |
| ARCH 145 | Designing for Communication and Presentation | 3 |
| ARCH 215 | Design Studio IA | 3 |
| ARCH 216 | Design Studio IB | 3 |
| ARCH 217 | Design Studio IIA | 3 |
| ARCH 218 | Design Studio IIB | 3 |
| **Total** | | **27** |