My Academic Plans (MAPs) are designed by faculty to better guide you in retention and completion. It is highly encouraged that you complete courses in the recommended order provided below in the notes section. You should work with an academic advisor to adjust your plan based on your scheduling needs.
My Academic Plan
Program Mission & Description
Our mission in the Architectural Engineering and Construction Technology (AEC) program at FRCC is to prepare students to successfully apply skills in the built environment for the betterment of society. This mission will be carried out with the greatest ethical behavior while conforming to standard professional practices and guidelines.
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What You Will Learn
Program Learning Outcomes
- Interpret construction drawings
- Ability to read, write, listen, and speak effectively
- Ability to gather, record, and apply relevant information in architectural coursework
- Understanding of the drafter's responsibility as determined by building codes and regulations, professional service contracts, zoning and ordinances
- Understanding of the basic principles and performance of construction materials
- Understanding of the basic principles and appropriate application and performance of construction materials
- Ability to assess, select, and conceptually integrate structural systems, building envelope systems, environmental systems, life-safety systems, and building service systems into building design
- Utilize knowledge, techniques and skills to create accurate architectural documents and presentations with appropriate computer software to meet professional standards
- Use mathematics, architectural/engineering technology theory and critical thinking skills to design and document functional solutions to meet established criteria and standards when given a design problem
- Analyze an architectural plan drawing for proper compliance with local building and zoning codes
Career Opportunities
This degree program prepares students for employment in the following areas: architectural CAD drafting technician for architectural design and construction firms, governmental entities, large corporations, and manufacturers/suppliers of building products. Graduates may also pursue further study in architecture or engineering.
AAS in Architectural and Building Science
First Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| AEC 101 | Basic Architectural Drafting | 4 |
| AEC 121 | Construction Materials and Systems | 3 |
| AEC 122 | Construction Practices and Documents | 2 |
| CAD 101 | Computer-Aided Drafting I | 3 |
| MAT- GEN | Mathematics:___________ | 3-5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15-17 |
Second Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| AEC 102 | Residential Construction Drawing | 4 |
| CAD 224 | Revit Architecture | 3 |
| AEC 208 | Building Environmental Systems I | 3 |
| CAD 102 | Computer-Aided Drafting II | 3 |
| ART 121 | Drawing I | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Third Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. Upon completion of this semester, you will earn your Architectural Drafting certificate.
Fourth Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| AEC 200 | Building Design Development | 3 |
| CAD 227 | Advanced Revit Architecture | 3 |
| AEC 289 | Capstone | 3 |
| PHY 105 | Conceptual Physics with Lab | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 13 |