Architectural Design 1, Associate in Science Degree
Banner Code: 1_AS_ARCD
Control Number: 03955
Financial Aid Eligible
The Architectural Technology Program offers courses in design, building materials, construction documents, design visualization and graphics, computer-assisted design, building information modeling and fabrication. Our comprehensive program provides students with the discipline and critical thinking skills necessary to transfer to a broad range of universities and the training and technical skills to gain employment with the many and varied firms in Southern California that hire our graduates. Former California Architects Board President, Christine Lampert, AIA, rates our program as one of the top community college programs in the state. OCC’s Architecture program has a long history of successful graduates and our current students continue to excel as indicated by winning design awards, high transfer rates, and becoming valued members of the professional community.
Complete the Certificate of Achievement and Associate in Science Graduation Requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog.
Program Outcome
The 1st year Certificate of Achievement in Architectural Design 1 prepares students for an entry-level professional position at an architectural or related design office.
Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| ARCH A105 | Architectural Drawing and Design Visualization 1 | 2 |
| ARCH A110 | Introduction to Architecture | 2 |
| or ARCH A110H | Introduction to Architecture Honors | |
| ARCH A115 | Architectural Design and Theory 1 | 4 |
| ARCH A155 | BIM 1 for Architecture | 2 |
| ARCH A180 | Architectural Construction Documents | 4 |
| ARCH A205 | Architectural Drawing and Design Visualization 2 | 3 |
| Architectural Design Restricted Electives select 2-3 units | 2-3 | |
| No course may be applied to more than one Architectural Design award. | ||
| Introduction to Environmental Sustainability | ||
| Introduction to Environmental Studies | ||
| Introduction to FrameCAD Steel Framing | ||
| Tiny House Design | ||
| FrameCAD Studio 1 | ||
| FrameCAD Studio 2 | ||
| Introduction to Resouse Management | ||
| CAD 2-D for Architecture 1 | ||
| Environmental Advocacy | ||
| BIM 2 for Architecture | ||
| 3-D Modeling: SketchUp 1 | ||
| 3-D Modeling: Rhino 1 | ||
| Presentation Graphics | ||
| Introduction to Design Fabrication | ||
| Design Fabrication 1 | ||
| Design Fabrication 2 | ||
| Design/Build 1 for Architecture | ||
or ARCH A201H | Design/Build 1 for Architecture Honors | |
| Environmental Design Field Studies | ||
| FrameCAD Workshop 1 | ||
| FrameCAD Workshop 2 | ||
| FrameCAD Workshop 3 | ||
| Total Units | 19-20 | |
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Elective courses not textbook cost free.
| Requirement | Units |
|---|---|
| Minimum Program Major Units | 19-20 |
| AS General Education Option 1, 2, or 3 | Varies |
| Transferable electives to satisfy unit requirement | Varies |
| Total Degree Units | 60 |
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| ARCH A105 | Architectural Drawing and Design Visualization 1 | 2 |
| ARCH A110 or ARCH A110H | Introduction to Architecture or Introduction to Architecture Honors | 2 |
| ARCH A155 | BIM 1 for Architecture | 2 |
| OCC AS GE AREA A1 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA C1 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| Select one of the following or satisfy Math competency (completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better): | 3-4 | |
| Intermediate Algebra (or higher) 1 or Combined Elementary and Intermediate Algebra | ||
| Units | 15-16 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ARCH A180 | Architectural Construction Documents | 4 |
| ARCH A115 | Architectural Design and Theory 1 | 4 |
| ARCH A205 | Architectural Drawing and Design Visualization 2 | 3 |
| AS RESTRICTED ELECTIVE – Select 2-3 Units (See Requirements) | 2-3 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) UNITS | 2 | |
| Units | 15-16 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| OCC AS GE AREA B - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA C2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA D - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA A2 - CHOOSE ONE 2 | 3-4 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) UNITS | 3 | |
| Units | 15-17 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) UNITS 3 | 15 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Total Units | 60-64 | |
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Math A120 recommended; Math A030 or higher OR take 3-4 degree applicable elective units if math competency was met through completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better; *100-level Math courses satisfy AS Math Requirement and OCC AS GE AREA A2
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OCC AS GE AREA A2 - Required if 100-level MATH was not taken to meet Math competency. If MATH A100 or higher will be taken, then needs to take 3-4 degree applicable elective units
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VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE APPLICABLE UNITS