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Architecture AAS Degree

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania | HACC [Harrisburg Area Community College] | ID: 161382

Overview

1 HACC DR HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania 17110-2903
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Online Training
Classroom Training
Architecture AAS Degree
Employment Skill Gain
Associate’s Degree
$20,345.00 - $23,300.00
Training(ETPL)

Description of Training Provider

HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College, was established in 1964 and is the first and largest of Pennsylvania's 14 community colleges. HACC currently serves nearly 19,000 degree-seeking students and more than 6,000 workforce development students. T

Program Description

The Architecture AAS degree prepares students for both employment in an architecture, engineering, or construction (AEC) professional’s office and to transfer to a four-year institution to obtain a Bachelor’s degree. This program introduces students to the art and science of architecture and explores aesthetics, architectural design, the creation of presentation drawings, and the development of architectural working drawings utilizing Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM). Technical issues relating to materials, building codes, building systems, as well as an introduction to sustainable architecture, are covered. Graduates of the program who choose employment may secure positions as CAD/BIM operators preparing construction documents for a wide variety of building types.  Employment opportunities exist in architecture, design-build, construction and interior design firms, including positions such as drafters, modelers, code researchers, detailers, construction supervisors, facility planners and interior designers. ?(Students should be aware that the minimum educational requirement to become a Registered Architect in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is a Bachelor of Architecture degree. Textbook costs and out-of-pocket expenses are estimated. Cost information does not include any developmental coursework a student may need.)
 

Skills & Competencies

This curriculum is designed to prepare students to interpret construction drawings and specifications; conceptualize the technical requirements of an architectural project and prepare preliminary construction documents using CAD and BIM software; explain construction materials, systems, and methods used in architectural construction; assist in building code research and analysis; explain the principles of sustainable architecture; recognize architecture as both a cultural phenomenon and an artistic and technological achievement involving social, economic, environmental, material, and aesthetic elements; identify basic design principles through visual analysis; develop a philosophy and process for preparing architectural designs; produce and present design solutions using a variety of 2D and 3D presentation methods; prepare presentation graphics using a variety of software tools.

Additional Information

  • High School Diploma or Its Equivalent
  • 24 hours/56 weeks
  • 173011 - Architectural & Civil Drafters
  • 07/31/2023
  • Full Time, Part Time, Daytime, Evening

Service Costs

14,175.00
14,175.00
17,130.00
17,130.00
5,580.00
350.00
240.00

Performance Measures

Of those individuals who completed this course/program,
100% earned a post-secondary credential.
67% were employed within six months after completing training.

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