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Architectural Design and Construction Technology (AS)

Build the Foundation for your Future in Architecture聽

Florida SouthWestern State College鈥檚 Associate in Science (AS) in Architectural Design and Construction Technology prepares students for entry-level careers in the architecture and construction industry. Students develop technical and design skills required for positions such as construction planners, architectural assistants, construction engineering assistants, contractors' assistants, and cost estimators in residential and light commercial construction.聽

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Careers

Completion of the Architectural Design and Construction Technology, AS degree prepares students for roles such as:聽

  • Architectural Assistant
  • Construction Planner
  • Drafting Technician
  • Contractor鈥檚 Assistant
  • Construction Engineering Assistant
  • Residential Design Technician
  • Job Cost Estimator聽

Skills

Applicants interested in this degree should possess:聽

  • Visual and Spatial Awareness
  • Attention to Detail
  • Technical Drafting and Design Interest
  • Strong Communication and Collaboration
  • Interest in Sustainable Building Practices
  • Logical Problem Solving

What We'll Teach You

You鈥檒l gain practical, career-ready training in:聽

  • Creating and interpreting architectural and structural drawings
  • Producing Computer-Aided Design (CAD) layouts using Revit鈩�
  • Understanding and applying building codes and construction specifications
  • Performing job cost estimation and construction planning
  • Utilizing sustainable and energy-efficient design principles
  • Communicating project requirements clearly in design documents聽

Degrees/Certificates

Graduates of the Architectural Design and Construction Technology, AS degree can matriculate into the BAS, Supervision and Management degree at Florida SouthWestern State College or pursue bachelor鈥檚 degrees in Construction Management or other related fields at institutions throughout the state and country.聽

Earn Academic Credit for Industry Certification: Students who hold a valid industry certification earned within the last 3 years and have successfully completed at least 12 credit hours in the AS program may receive free academic credits toward the degree.

Earn Academic Credit for Career Certificate Program: Career Certificate programs consist of a series of vocational and/or college credit courses that prepare students for entry-level employment in specific career fields. Upon completion of the certificate program, students continuing their education in a related A.S. degree program may be awarded credit in selected A.S. degree courses. Contact your advisor for more information.聽

Program Information

Curriculum: The program includes courses in architectural design, drafting, construction methods, CAD (including Revit鈩�), materials, specifications, sustainability, and job cost estimating.聽

Duration: The Architectural Design and Construction Technology AS degree consists of 64 credit hours and can be completed in approximately two years with full-time enrollment. The program is designed for both full-time and part-time students. Courses are offered in online and traditional formats to accommodate students鈥� varying schedules and learning preferences.聽

Academic & Career Pathways

加藤视频鈥檚 Academic and Career Pathways are structured educational plans guiding students through their courses toward specific career goals, providing a clear route to employment or further education, making their studies more efficient and focused.聽

Explore the innovative world of Construction, Manufacturing & Industry at Florida SouthWestern State College, home to our Architectural Design and Construction Technology, AS degree. This pathway develops your expertise in structural planning, CAD design, and construction systems to help you build a rewarding future in the construction industry. Visit the 加藤视频 Pathways Page for more information.聽

Apply

Prospective students should check 加藤视频's admission portal for application guidelines and submit their application along with the necessary documents. Once accepted, you will be assigned an advisor who will help you register.聽

If you are interested in the Architectural Design and Construction Technology, AS degree, you can apply directly to the program. You can also apply to the Associate in Arts degree in General Studies and speak with your advisor about incorporating design and construction courses into your studies.聽

Contact

For more information, contact 加藤视频鈥檚 School of Business & Technology at (239) 489-9270 or email sbt@fsw.edu.

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