| ARCHITECTURE |
50 |
ARCHITECTURE INTERNSHIP |
1.0 to 3.0 Units |
ARCH 50 is a discipline-specific course, which allows students to earn from 1-3 units for structured, supervised work on-campus or off-campus in the field of Architecture under the supervision of a faculty advisor. It is designed to provide students with hands-on, discipline-linked work experience that will extend their knowledge and understanding of career demands in Architecture. Note: This course is Pass/No Pass only. Note: This course may be taken four times; a maximum of 12 units may be earned. Students must arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling in this class. Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ARCHITECTURE |
101 |
DRAFTING AND BASIC DESIGN |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 101 is a study in the fundamentals of drafting techniques used in architectural drawing, and the basic design procedure relative to good residential planning. Students will be introduced to residential building codes, drafting of working drawings, scale drawing of construction details, framing concepts, and proper dimensioning techniques. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Recommended Preparation: ART 130 and ENGL C1000 or ESL141. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
| ARCHITECTURE |
102 |
ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING AND DESIGN |
3.0 Units |
AARCH 102 is the study single family dwelling design with emphasis on the ranch type structure. Discussion covers the latest construction innovations, framing techniques, scale detail drawing, and the drafting of working drawings. Students will explore applicable building codes pertinent to residential construction, modular construction, solar planning, insulation requirements, orientation, and other facets of construction in greater detail. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Prerequisite: ARCH 101 or equivalent. Recommended Preparation: ARCH 250. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
| ARCHITECTURE |
103 |
DESCRIPTIVE GEOMETRY |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 103 is an applied science treating of graphic representation of lines, planes, surfaces, and solids. Students will use architectural applications including use of simple shades and shadows. Note: This course is required for architecture majors. This course may not be taken for credit by students who have completed ENGR 103. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Prerequisite: ARCH 101 or equivalent. Recommended preparation: ENGR 109. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| ARCHITECTURE |
105 |
PERSPECTIVE GRAPHICS WITH INTRODUCTION TO SKETCHUP AND RHINOCEROS |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 105 is a course in technical perspective. Skills are developed in manual drawing techniques of various architectural subjects using formal two-dimensional methods. Introduction to two three-dimensional drawing programs, SketchUp and Rhinoceros is also included. Software topics include graphics user interface, surface editing, rendering, 2d drawing, extrusions, lofting, and digital output. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Prerequisite: ARCH 101 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| ARCHITECTURE |
106 |
BUILDING CODES |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 106 offers students fundamental instruction regarding the use of current, relevant codes and standards required to review and check plans and specifications in compliance with non-structural aspects of the International Building Code (IBC). Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: ARCH 101 or equivalent. Recommended Preparation: ENGL C1000 or ESL 141, or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ARCHITECTURE |
108 |
ARCHITECTURAL PRINT READING |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 108 covers all aspects of architectural print reading including orthographic projection, basic view utilization, residential and commercial standards, dimensioning techniques, International Building Code (IBC), and architectural terminology including abbreviations and symbols. Note: ARCH 108 may not be taken for credit by students who have credit for ARCH 101, 102, 103, 105. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ARCHITECTURE |
109 |
SKETCHING TECHNIQUES FOR ARCHITECTS AND INTERIOR DESIGNERS |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 109 covers tools, materials, and techniques for producing sketches for architectural projects. The student will apply techniques to accurately render plans, elevations, sections, and interior and exterior views. Drawings will be in 2D, perspective, and axonometric formats. This course uses step -by-step techniques to introduce architecture and interior design students to the fundamentals of freehand sketching. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Recommended Preparation: ARCH 101 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
| ARCHITECTURE |
120 |
RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN I |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 120 presents a study of the numerous considerations required to build a two story dwelling. Discussion covers fundamentals of design, structural considerations, building code considerations, and techniques of construction. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Prerequisite: ARCH 102 or equivalent. Recommended Preparation: ENGR 109, ARCH 105, and ARCH 250. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
| ARCHITECTURE |
125 |
RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN II |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 125 presents a study of the numerous considerations required to build a typical two story, four unit townhouse or apartment complex. Students will review the fundamentals of design, building code considerations, techniques of construction, working drawings and construction details. Topics covered include structural considerations, heating, insulation, sound proofing, sanitary systems, foundation design, presentation techniques, and model building techniques. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Prerequisite: ARCH 120 or equivalent. Recommended Preparation: ENGR 109 and ARCH 250. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
| ARCHITECTURE |
130 |
COMMERCIAL ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN I |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 130 is a study of the concepts of basic commercial building construction. Emphasis is placed on the planning and design of a small commercial retail center of concrete block construction. Students learn the current construction techniques and applicable building codes. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Prerequisite: ARCH 102 or equivalent. Recommended Preparation: ARCH 120 and ARCH 250. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
| ARCHITECTURE |
135 |
COMMERCIAL ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN II |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 135 is a study of the concepts of two story commercial building construction. Emphasis is placed on the basic planning and design of medium sized, two-story commercial buildings of concrete block or tilt-wall construction. Students will learn current construction techniques and applicable building codes Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Prerequisite: ARCH 130. Recommended Preparation: ENGR 109 and ARCH 250. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
| ARCHITECTURE |
141 |
INTERIOR DESIGN |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 141 begins with the study of the floor plan and architecture background and moves through the selection and arrangement of furniture, floor, and window treatments, lighting, and accessory planning. Emphasis is placed on the use of design elements such as color, line, shape, texture, pattern, space, and their interaction with one another in the interior environment. Note: This course may not be taken for credit by students who have completed ART 141. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Recommended Preparation: ARCH 101 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ARCHITECTURE |
142 |
ADVANCED INTERIOR DESIGN |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 142 is a concentrated, in depth exploration of the dynamics of space planning and design, along with the design development phases for residential and commercial structures. The student develops drawings and studies models to describe the characteristics of the interior space and construction techniques of the structure. The complete design and documentation process is addressed including: building and program analysis, space planning, lighting design, colors, finishes, furniture, and accessories. Each component evolves from the schematic design phase, through design development, to the final presentation phase. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Prerequisite: ARCH 141 or ART 141, or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ARCHITECTURE |
143 |
COMMERCIAL INTERIOR DESIGN |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 143 concentrates on the conceptual interior design development phase for commercial structures. The student develops professional level drawings and models to describe the characteristics of commercial interior space and construction techniques of the interior architectural structure as informed by the applicable building codes and sustainability requirements. The design process includes building and program analysis, space planning, furniture design, lighting design, colors and textures, accessories, and final presentation as applicable for commercial projects. Students will learn typology of the commercial projects, methods of applying design elements and principles to these spaces. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Prerequisite: ARCH 141 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ARCHITECTURE |
160 |
ARCHITECTURAL COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING LABORATORY |
2.0 Units |
ARCH 160 provides practice using computer-aided drafting (CAD) software. Students will complete architecture-related projects of their own choosing to further develop their CAD skills. Students will also improve their architectural design skills by completing increasingly complex architectural projects. Laboratory 6 hours. Recommended Preparation: ARCH 250 or ENGR 109. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ARCHITECTURE |
229 |
INTRODUCTION TO 3D VISUALIZATION FOR ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR DESIGN |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 229 teaches the fundamentals of 3ds Max software for Architecture and Interior Design, covering walkthroughs, rendering, lighting, and presentations for both residential and commercial projects. Students gain proficiency in 3ds Max, as well as explore real-time rendering with TwinMotion, discover the revolutionary potential of AI Rendering, and the immersive technologies of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR). Hands-on projects will enable students to engage with these advanced fields, enhancing their skills and broadening their creative perspectives. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Recommended Preparation: ARCH 141. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ARCHITECTURE |
230 |
ADVANCED 3D VISUALIZATION FOR ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 230 teaches advanced features of 3D visualization, augmented realities (AR) and virtual realities (VR) in the architecture and interior design industries. Advanced topics will be explored, such as High Dynamic Range (HDR) scene lighting (lighting sampled from a real environment); global illumination; camera matching, camera tracking; augmented reality publishing. Students will create portfolio-quality visualization projects, including AR and VR immersive components, linking the printed page, the video screen, and the immersive world, into one seamless experience. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 4 hours. Prerequisite: ARCH 229 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ARCHITECTURE |
240 |
ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT |
2.5 Units |
ARCH 240 provides instruction in the creation of an architectural portfolio. Topics include usage of software, page layout, and specific portfolio requirements for colleges. Also included is instruction to assemble a collection of sketches, ideas and written descriptions related to a project. Students will develop new or existing projects for use in their portfolio. Portfolios will be used for transfer purposes and as a record of work completed. Lecture 1 hour/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Recommended Preparation: ARCH 120, 130, and 250; or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ARCHITECTURE |
250 |
INTRODUCTION TO AUTODESK REVIT ARCHITECTURE |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 250 teaches the fundamentals of the latest version of Autodesk Revit Architecture design software. Projects of a residential and commercial nature are utilized. Techniques used in the creation of floor plans, section views, elevations, schedules, and other construction documents are covered. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Prerequisite: ARCH 101 or ARCH 141. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| ARCHITECTURE |
251 |
ADVANCED REVIT ARCHITECTURE |
3.0 Units |
ARCH 251 teaches the advanced features of the Autodesk Revit Architecture design software. Topics include: creating building elements with parametric features, family creation under Imperial Templates, and importing and exporting drawing files. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 4.5 hours. Prerequisite: ARCH 250 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU |
