# ARCHITECTURE: BASIC SKILLS (Certificate of Achievement)

Rio Hondo College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Architecture

Source: https://riohondo.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/22178/25325/24035/25457/23526

### Description

This Certificate of Achievement provides a focus on the basic skill courses of study for students in preparation to enter into majors in Architecture. Emphasis is placed on foundational skills in the use of architectural document reading and creating, use of industry tools. Coursework involves the preparation of basic Architectural documents and projects accomplished within an industry environment, as is common in entry-level workplace conditions.

To acquire the **Certificate of Achievement in Architecture: Basic Skills**, it is necessary to complete the following courses:

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required courses:** | | 11 |
| ARCH 101 | Introduction to Technical Drawing & Graphics | 3 |
| or CIV 101 | Introduction to Technical Drawing & Graphics | 3 |
| or ENGT 101 | Introduction to Technical Drawing & Graphics | 3 |
| ARCH 115 | Introduction to Residential Architecture: Drawing and Design | 4 |
| ENGT 150 | AutoCAD for Basic CADD Applications | 4 |
| **Select one of the following courses:** | | 2-3 |
| ARCH 103 | History of Architecture: Renaissance to Present | 3 |
| or ARCH 110 | Construction Document Reading and Estimating | 3 |
| or ENGT 105 | Introduction to Visualization, Sketching, & Rendering | 2 |
| **Total** | | **13-14** |