Architecture Technician

Summary

The Architecture Associate of Science Degree addresses the need for the students’ awareness of current technology through the use of state-of-the-art equipment and software. These include, but are not limited to, computers, scanners, plotters, printers, copiers, digital projectors, laser engravers and 3D model making technologies; as well as current editions of software utilized in the profession and in colleges and universities. Emphasis is placed on design and the office practices, procedures, principles and ethics of architectural professions.

As part of the Architecture program, this degree serves students entering fields that need CAD skills and knowledge and to work in the profession and for professionals who need to learn new skills for their current job or for career advancement. This program prepares students to enter the work force.

Award Note: The Associate Degree requires a minimum of 60 degree applicable semester units.

Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Architecture Technician Program will be able to:

1. Critical Thinking
2. Think independently, creatively, logically and critically in a problem/project based curriculum that requires applying complex problem-solving methods.
3. Resolve programmatic, spatial, social, political, engineering and sustainable design issues while developing rational, personal, creative and individual problem and design solutions.
4. Communication
5. Write about, speak about, and/or graphically articulate solutions to design problems and the processes of arriving at these solutions to faculty, visiting critics, and fellow students.
6. Respond appropriately in a variety of methods, including, but not limited to, a combination of written assignments and analysis, programmatic issues, design projects, non-digital and digital assignments, written tests and quizzes.
7. Professional & Ethical Behavior
8. Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
9. Develop a greater sense of self-awareness.
10. Develop cultural sensitivity and interpersonal skills while participating in team projects, roleplaying, and workplace scenarios.
11. Global Consciousness
12. Demonstrate knowledge of global issues and an awareness of global, national and local concerns from multiple perspectives.
13. Develop an awareness, respect and appreciation for the diversity of individuals through the evaluation and integration of programmatic issues, design issues, historical issues, and political, cultural and social perspectives that are international in scope, including issues of diversity, equity, sustainability and environmental sensitivity
14. Information & Technological Literacy
15. Gather, analyze, evaluate and disseminate information using multiple means of expression including, but not limited to written assignments and analysis, design projects, non-digital and digital assignments and presentation techniques.
16. Demonstrate an awareness of current technology through the use of state-of-the-art equipment and software including, but not limited to, computers, scanners, plotters, printers, copiers, digital projectors, laser engravers and 3D model making technologies including current editions of software utilized in the profession.

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