Program Description

This program offers students study and job-related experience in architectural drafting, construction techniques, design, rendering, and energy systems as well as opportunities to develop skills necessary for employment in the professional field of architecture. Transfer programs are articulated with California State Polytechnic University at San Luis Obispo and the University of California at Berkeley.

Career Opportunities

Architecture; Drafting; Inspection; Planning; Construction Administration

Some Career Opportunities may require more than two years of college study. Classes beyond the associate degree may be required to fulfill some Career Opportunities or for preparation for transfer to a university program.

Highlights

Participation in architecturally-related events such as the Design Village Competition at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
Architecture has been honored by Los Rios Community College District as one of its “Programs of Distinction”.
Special studies in environmental sustainability and energy conscious design. Participation in the Leading Edge Energy Design Competition and the United States Green Building Council Energy Competition.
Liaison with professional organizations such as the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and theConstruction Specification Institute (CSI)