Architectural Technology

For students interested in architecture, RLC offers several programs and certificates to jumpstart a profession in a variety of careers, from on-site construction manager to surveyor, teacher, and many more. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, students with degrees or certificates in architecture from community colleges and above will see about a 5.7 percent increase in job availability between 2010 and 2020. Top careers included in the report are Architects, Architecture Teachers, Surveyors, and Engineers.

Degrees & Certificates in Architecture

These curriculum guides reflect the 2021-22 catalog. Please check the latest catalog and/or addendum to confirm course curriculums.

ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY — Degree

APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DIVISION

This is a two-year program leading to an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Architectural Technology. The curriculum has a 2+2 articulation agreement with Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Architectural Studies program. The curriculum also has transfer options into SIU’s Professional Construction Management program, Illinois State University’s Construction Management program, and Purdue University’s Building Construction and Management program. The Architectural Technology program will provide students the necessary skills and abilities to enter the workforce in technical support positions in architectural- or construction-related fields.

► Total = 69 Hours

First Semester (18-20 Cr. Hrs.)

ARCH 1211 Intro to Architectural Theory & History (3)
ARCH 1205 Intro to Architectural Drawing (5)
CAD 1201 Intro to Computer-Aided Drafting (2)
ENGL 1101 Rhetoric and Composition I ¹ (3)
HEA 1101 Health Education (2)
Elective – Math/Science (3-5)

Second Semester (15-17 Cr. Hrs.)

ARCH 1209 Architectural Building Technology (3)
ARCH 2207 Architectural Rendering (4)
CAD 1203 CAD Applications – Architectural (2)
CAD 1208 CAD Applications – 3D (3)
Elective – Math/Science (3-5)

Summer Term (3 Cr. Hrs.)

ARCH 2215 Mechanical / Electrical Systems (3)

Third Semester (16 Cr. Hrs.)

ARCH 1202 Architectural Materials & Methods II (5)
ARCH 2203 Site Surveying (4)
ARCH 2206 Architectural Drawing / Design (4)
COMM 1101 Principles of Effective Speaking (3)

Fourth Semester (17 Cr. Hrs.)

ARCH 2216 Architectural / Engineering Project (4)
ARCH 2218 Site Planning (3)
ARCH 2226 Architectural Doc & Cost Estimating (3)
ARCH 2227 Architectural Building Codes (3)
ARCH 2230 Portfolio Review (1)
Elective – General Education ² (3)

SUGGESTED GENERAL EDUCATION ELECTIVES:

MATH

MATH 1107 Contemporary College Mathematics ¹ (3)
MATH 1108 College Algebra (3)
MATH 1109 Plane Trigonometry (3)
MATH 1110 Precalculus (5)
MATH 1201 Technical Mathematics² (3)

SCIENCE

PHSC 1101 Physical Science (5)
PHY 1101 College Physics I (5)
PHY 1102 College Physics II (5)
PHY 1201 Technical Physics I ² (5)

Other Recommended Electives

ARCH 2210 Architectural Internship (3)
ART 1101 Art Appreciation (3)
ENGL 1102 Rhetoric and Composition II (3)
HIST 1101 Western Civilization I (3)
HIST 1102 Western Civilization II (3)

¹ IAI approved.

² Minimum requirement – may not transfer.

¹ Prerequisite course(s) may be required based on test scores.

² Rhetoric and Composition II (ENGL 1102) will be required for most baccalaureate-transfer programs.

ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY — Certificate

APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DIVISION

► Total = 30 Hours

First Semester (18 Cr. Hrs.)

ARCH 1205 Intro to Architectural Drawing (5)
ARCH 2203 Site Surveying (4)
ARCH 2215 Mechanical / Electrical Systems (3)
ARCH 2225 Construction Systems (4)
CAD 1201 Intro to Computer-Aided Drafting (2)

Second Semester (12 Cr. Hrs)

ARCH 1209 Architectural Building Technology (3)
ARCH 2216 Architectural / Engineering Projects (4)
ARCH 2218 Site Planning (3)
CAD 1203 CAD Applications – Architectural (2)

COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING — Certificate

APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DIVISION

► Total = 8 Hours

First Semester (4 Cr. Hrs.)

CAD 1201 Intro to Computer-Aided Drafting (2)
CAD 1204 CAD Applications – Mechanical (2)

Second Semester (4-5 Cr. Hrs.)

CAD 1203 CAD Applications – Architectural (2)
CAD 1205 CAD Applications – Civil (2)
or CAD 1208 CAD Applications – 3D (3)

* Students must demonstrate proficiency in drafting.

NOTE: In order to complete CAD 1201 and 1204 in one semester, students must enroll in consecutive eight-week sessions.

Brochures

Architecture Technology Brochure

Program Costs

Architectural Technology Certificate

Architectural Technology Degree

Computer Aided Drafting Certificate

Program Outcomes

Architecture/Surveying Technology

Demonstrate an understanding of the profession of architecture including the necessary skill, attitudes and relevance to society.
Recommend necessary materials using display techniques to solve architectural problems.
Interpret the primary periods of architecture identifying the merits of each period.
Illustrate multiple solutions to construction problems.
Provide viable solutions to a building design problem within existing architectural, environmental, sustainability and health & life safety constraints.

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Faculty & Staff

Dr. Gabriele Farner

Dean of Applied Science & Technology

Phone Extension: 1292

Building: Advanced Technology Center

Office: 138

M.S. & B.S., Southern Illinois University

Taylor Hutchens

Administrative Assistant | Applied Science & Technology Division

Phone Extension: 1261

Building: Advanced Technology Center

Office: 139

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Applied Science & Technology Division
Phone: (618) 437-5321 Ext. 1261
Email: [email protected]
Address: 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway, Ina, IL 62846 Attn: Applied Science
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