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 availablility between 2010 and 2020. Top careers included in the report are Architects, Architecture Teachers, Surveyors, and Engineers.

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

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First Semester (18-20 Cr. Hrs.)

ARCH 1101 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)

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)

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 Mathematics 2 (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.

COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING — Certificate

APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DIVISION

► Total = 11 Hours

First Semester (4 Cr. Hrs.)

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

Second Semester (5 Cr. Hrs.)

CAD 1203 CAD Applications – Architectural (2)
CAD 1208 CAD Applications – 3D (3)

Third Semester (2 Cr. Hrs)

CAD 1205 CAD Applications – Civil (2)

* 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.

FACILITY MANAGEMENT — Certificate

APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DIVISION

This certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level occupations involving the management of organization's physical assets. Upon completion of the curriculum, students should have basic knowledge of building codes, building design and construction, mechanical and electrical systems operations, landscaping and grounds management and asset management. A wide variety of career opportunities exist for individuals to be employed in manufacturing plants, hospitals, high-rise buildings, educational institutions, recreation centers, as well as hotels and motels.

► Total = 33 Hours

First Semester (17 Cr. Hrs.)

FMGT 1201 Intro to Facility Management (3)
ARCH 2215 Mechanical & Elect Systems (3)
IST 1221 Industrial Safety (2)
ARCH 1212 Architectural Construction Systems (3)
ARCH 2226 Architectural Documents & Cost Estimating (3)
MATH 1201 Technical Math (3)

Second Semester (16 Cr. Hrs.)

GFM 1201 Plan and Develop Green Facilities (4)
ARCH 1209 Architectural Building Tech (3)
ARCH 2227 Architectural Building Codes (3)
CSCI 1102 Intro to Computers w/ Bus Apps (3)
HORT 1201 Intro to Horticulture (3)

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.

Faculty & Staff

Gabriele Farner

Dean of Applied Science & Technology

Phone Extension: 1292

Building: Advanced Technology Division

Office: 138

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

Christopher E. Sink

Computer Networking Professor

Phone Extension: 1798

Building: Advanced Technology Center

Office: 183

B.S., Southern Illinois University Carbondale | A.S., Rend Lake College | A.A.S., John A. Logan College

Taylor Atchison

Administrative Assistant | Applied Science & Technology Division

Phone Extension: 1261

Building: South Oasis

Office: 139

A.A. & A.S., Rend Lake College | A.S., John A. Logan College

Applied Science & Technology Division
Phone: (618) 437-5321 Ext. 1261
Email:
Address: 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway, Ina, IL 62846 Attn: Applied Science
Fax Number: (618) 437-5677 Attn: Applied Science