ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING
Certificate of Achievement Architecture · Rio Hondo College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
This certificate of achievement provides a focused course of study for students in preparation for careers as drafters in support of architectural projects. Emphasis is placed on visualization of three-dimensional objects and the methods and techniques to express buildings and similar objects on two-dimensional media. Drafting basics are addressed, including linework, dimensioning, and symbology in the context of appropriate industry standards. The coursework includes the preparation of architectural building plans as required for project approval and construction. The use of computer-aided drafting (CAD) software and state-of-the-art building modeling software is an integral component to the certificate.
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Architectural Drafting, it is necessary to complete the following courses:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: | 15 | |
| ARCH 101 | Introduction to Technical Drawing & Graphics | 3 |
| orCIV 101 | Introduction to Technical Drawing & Graphics | 3 |
| orENGT 101 | Introduction to Technical Drawing & Graphics | 3 |
| ARCH 115 | Introduction to Residential Architecture: Drawing and Design | 4 |
| ARCH 260 | Residential Architecture Using Revit and 3D Software | 4 |
| orARCH 280 | Advanced MicroStation for CADD & BIM Applications | 4 |
| orENGT 280 | Advanced MicroStation for CADD & BIM Applications | 4 |
| ENGT 150 | AutoCAD for Basic CADD Applications | 4 |
| orENGT 170 | MicroStation for Basic CADD Applications | 4 |
| Choose a minimum of 1 unit from the following: | 1-4 | |
| ARCH 290 | Work Experience Education/Internship for Architecture-Related Fields | 1-4 |
| ARCH 299 | Directed Study in Architecture Design & Drawing | 1-3 |
| ENGT 105 | Introduction to Visualization, Sketching, & Rendering | 2 |
| Total | 16-19 | |