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What is the architecture technology program?
The DVC architecture technology program offers a certificate of achievement and degree in architecture technology, which prepares its students for a career as an architectural technician.
As an architecture technology student, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the field of architecture and architectural design.
Students will take courses to learn about:
- graphics used in architecture
- architectural design
- preparation of architectural work drawings
- pencil and pen and ink sketching
- construction process
- materials of construction
- construction management
- mechanics and strength of materials
- elementary physics
- architectural history
- math
- surveying.
To be competitive in today’s market, employees must be highly trained, skilled and motivated. DVC’s architecture courses incorporate the newest technologies, from the latest in CAD and animation software to modern digital equipment for surveying. Whether you are new to the architectural field or seeking to update your knowledge, at DVC you will gain the technical skills in demand by today’s construction and architectural design industry.
Why study architecture technology?
Architecture is perhaps the oldest form of art known to man. Before man painted paintings or cast sculptures, he built buildings. It is the combination of art and skill required to design these buildings that we call architecture. It is both challenging and rewarding to begin with an idea, and know how to put that idea onto paper in such a way that it will eventually become a finished structure.
