Architecture
Overview
Architects design buildings and interiors, and they develop drawings and specifications for contractors to use in constructing these projects. Individuals in this profession typically work closely with clients, engineers, and contractors, balancing aesthetic and functional considerations with building code requirements and knowledge of construction techniques.
The Associate of Arts with a Concentration in Architecture degree is designed for students who plan to transfer to a Bachelor of Architecture Program at another institution. While this pathway was designed specifically for students who wish to pursue a four-year Architecture degree at Clemson University, the curriculum will prepare students to be successful at any institution that offers a bachelor’s degree program in architecture. Students will learn the basics of design theory and will be introduced to the discipline of Architecture through courses on drafting and design, architectural history, and building materials. Additional courses in humanities, math and science, fine arts, and communication will lay a strong foundation for continued higher education.
Program Type
Associate in ArtsHow to Enroll
To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.
Questions?
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
|---|---|
| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
Full Time
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (13 Credit Hours) |
COL-101 |
College Orientation College Orientation ID: COL-101 Credit Hours: 1 This course may include selected topics such as career planning, study skills, stress management, tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success. |
• | • | • | • | 1 |
| AET-123 |
Architectural Drafting Architectural Drafting ID: AET-123 Credit Hours: 3 This course provides an introduction to the principles of architectural planning and design with an emphasis on residential and light commercial construction. |
• | 3 | ||||
| ENG-101 |
English Comp I English Comp I ID: ENG-101 Credit Hours: 3 This is a (college transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: a study of composition in conjunction with appropriate literary selections, with frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing. A review of standard usage and the basic techniques of research are also presented. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| AET-101 |
Building Systems I Building Systems I ID: AET-101 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the fundamental concepts of design and construction techniques in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. |
• | 3 | ||||
| GEO-101 |
Introduction to Geography Introduction to Geography ID: GEO-101 Credit Hours: 3 This courses is an introduction to the principles and methods of geographic inquiry. |
3 | |||||
| Semester 2 (13 Credit Hours) |
AET-120 |
Architectural Graphics II Architectural Graphics II ID: AET-120 Credit Hours: 3 This course requires the production of a set of working drawings of a residential or commercial building. Exercises incorporate construction methods, materials, building code requirements, site development, and technical skills required to draw and graphically present projects. This course is also a further study of architectural design. Perspective construction is introduced. |
• | 3 | |||
| AET-202 |
History of Architecture History of Architecture ID: AET-202 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the origins, influences and aesthetics that underlie the various styles of architecture from prehistoric times to the present. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| SPA-101 |
Elementary Spanish I Elementary Spanish I ID: SPA-101 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of the four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, including an introduction to the Hispanic cultures. |
• | • | • | 4 | ||
| AET-122 |
Basic Design Theory Basic Design Theory ID: AET-122 Credit Hours: 3 This course will research the elements of design and incorporate ideas into simple design projects. Topics include developing written programs, diagrams and flow-charts, 2-D manual and CAD drawings, as well as 3-D models. Students will analyze and synthesize information to develop design skills. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 (11 Credit Hours) |
PHY-201 |
Physics I Physics I ID: PHY-201 Credit Hours: 4 This is the first in a sequence of physics courses. Topics include mechanics, wave motion, sound, heat, electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics. |
• | • | • | 4 | |
| ENG-102 |
English Comp II English Comp II ID: ENG-102 Credit Hours: 3 This is a (college transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: development of writing skills through logical organization, effective style, literary analysis and research. An introduction to literary genre is also included. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| MAT-140 |
Analytical Geometry and Calculus I Analytical Geometry and Calculus I ID: MAT-140 Credit Hours: 4 This course includes the following topics: derivatives and integrals of polynomials; rational, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric,and inverse trigonometric functions; curve sketching; maxima and minima of functions; related rates; work; and analytic geometry. (Graphic calculator required) |
• | • | 4 | |||
| Semester 4 (14 Credit Hours) |
SPA-102 |
Elementary Spanish II Elementary Spanish II ID: SPA-102 Credit Hours: 4 This course continues development of the basic language skills and the study of the Hispanic cultures. It stresses the grammar and vocabulary necessary for fundamental communication skills. |
• | • | • | 4 | |
| EGR-194 |
Statics and Strength of Materials Statics and Strength of Materials ID: EGR-194 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers external and internal forces in structures and/or machines, including conditions of equilibrium, systems of force, moments of inertia and friction. It also covers the stress/strain relationships in materials. |
• | • | 4 | |||
| ENG-208 |
World Literature I World Literature I ID: ENG-208 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of masterpieces of world literature in translation from the ancient world to the sixteenth century. Works studied are selected from various cultures throughout the world. |
• | 3 | ||||
| ART-101 |
Art History and Appreciation Art History and Appreciation ID: ART-101 Credit Hours: 3 This is an introductory course to the history and appreciation of art, including the elements and principles of the visual arts. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 5 (16 Credit Hours) |
HIS-201 |
American History: Discovery to 1877 American History: Discovery to 1877 ID: HIS-201 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a survey of u.s. history from discovery to 1877. This course includes political, social, economic, and intellectual developments during this period. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| ART-107 |
History of Early Western Art History of Early Western Art ID: ART-107 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a visual and historical survey of western art from the paleolithic age to the renaissance. The techniques, forms, and expressive content of painting, sculpture and architecture are studied within the context of the cultural environment which produced them. |
• | 3 | ||||
| SPA-122 |
Basic Proficiency Spanish Basic Proficiency Spanish ID: SPA-122 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the practice and further development of essential listening, reading, speaking and writing skills. |
• | 3 | ||||
| SPC-205 |
Public Speaking Public Speaking ID: SPC-205 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to principles of public speaking with application of speaking skills. Students entering this course must be able to communicate clearly with American speakers of English. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| AET-230 |
Architect Graphics III Architect Graphics III ID: AET-230 Credit Hours: 4 This course encompasses a model and set of working drawings of a complex architectural project. |
• | 4 | ||||
| Total Credit Hours | 67 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$13,400.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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Part-Time
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (7 Credit Hours) |
COL-101 |
College Orientation College Orientation ID: COL-101 Credit Hours: 1 This course may include selected topics such as career planning, study skills, stress management, tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success. |
• | • | • | • | 1 |
| AET-123 |
Architectural Drafting Architectural Drafting ID: AET-123 Credit Hours: 3 This course provides an introduction to the principles of architectural planning and design with an emphasis on residential and light commercial construction. |
• | 3 | ||||
| ENG-101 |
English Comp I English Comp I ID: ENG-101 Credit Hours: 3 This is a (college transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: a study of composition in conjunction with appropriate literary selections, with frequent theme assignments to reinforce effective writing. A review of standard usage and the basic techniques of research are also presented. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| Semester 2 (6 Credit Hours) |
AET-101 |
Building Systems I Building Systems I ID: AET-101 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the fundamental concepts of design and construction techniques in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. |
• | 3 | |||
| GEO-101 |
Introduction to Geography Introduction to Geography ID: GEO-101 Credit Hours: 3 This courses is an introduction to the principles and methods of geographic inquiry. |
3 | |||||
| Semester 3 (6 Credit Hours) |
AET-120 |
Architectural Graphics II Architectural Graphics II ID: AET-120 Credit Hours: 3 This course requires the production of a set of working drawings of a residential or commercial building. Exercises incorporate construction methods, materials, building code requirements, site development, and technical skills required to draw and graphically present projects. This course is also a further study of architectural design. Perspective construction is introduced. |
• | 3 | |||
| AET-202 |
History of Architecture History of Architecture ID: AET-202 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the origins, influences and aesthetics that underlie the various styles of architecture from prehistoric times to the present. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 4 (7 Credit Hours) |
SPA-101 |
Elementary Spanish I Elementary Spanish I ID: SPA-101 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of the four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, including an introduction to the Hispanic cultures. |
• | • | • | 4 | |
| AET-122 |
Basic Design Theory Basic Design Theory ID: AET-122 Credit Hours: 3 This course will research the elements of design and incorporate ideas into simple design projects. Topics include developing written programs, diagrams and flow-charts, 2-D manual and CAD drawings, as well as 3-D models. Students will analyze and synthesize information to develop design skills. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 5 (11 Credit Hours) |
PHY-201 |
Physics I Physics I ID: PHY-201 Credit Hours: 4 This is the first in a sequence of physics courses. Topics include mechanics, wave motion, sound, heat, electromagnetism, optics, and modern physics. |
• | • | • | 4 | |
| ENG-102 |
English Comp II English Comp II ID: ENG-102 Credit Hours: 3 This is a (college transfer) course in which the following topics are presented: development of writing skills through logical organization, effective style, literary analysis and research. An introduction to literary genre is also included. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| MAT-140 |
Analytical Geometry and Calculus I Analytical Geometry and Calculus I ID: MAT-140 Credit Hours: 4 This course includes the following topics: derivatives and integrals of polynomials; rational, logarithmic, exponential, trigonometric,and inverse trigonometric functions; curve sketching; maxima and minima of functions; related rates; work; and analytic geometry. (Graphic calculator required) |
• | • | 4 | |||
| Semester 6 (8 Credit Hours) |
SPA-102 |
Elementary Spanish II Elementary Spanish II ID: SPA-102 Credit Hours: 4 This course continues development of the basic language skills and the study of the Hispanic cultures. It stresses the grammar and vocabulary necessary for fundamental communication skills. |
• | • | • | 4 | |
| EGR-194 |
Statics and Strength of Materials Statics and Strength of Materials ID: EGR-194 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers external and internal forces in structures and/or machines, including conditions of equilibrium, systems of force, moments of inertia and friction. It also covers the stress/strain relationships in materials. |
• | • | 4 | |||
| Semester 7 (6 Credit Hours) |
ENG-208 |
World Literature I World Literature I ID: ENG-208 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of masterpieces of world literature in translation from the ancient world to the sixteenth century. Works studied are selected from various cultures throughout the world. |
• | 3 | |||
| ART-101 |
Art History and Appreciation Art History and Appreciation ID: ART-101 Credit Hours: 3 This is an introductory course to the history and appreciation of art, including the elements and principles of the visual arts. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 8 (9 Credit Hours) |
HIS-201 |
American History: Discovery to 1877 American History: Discovery to 1877 ID: HIS-201 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a survey of u.s. history from discovery to 1877. This course includes political, social, economic, and intellectual developments during this period. |
• | • | 3 | ||
| ART-107 |
History of Early Western Art History of Early Western Art ID: ART-107 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a visual and historical survey of western art from the paleolithic age to the renaissance. The techniques, forms, and expressive content of painting, sculpture and architecture are studied within the context of the cultural environment which produced them. |
• | 3 | ||||
| SPA-122 |
Basic Proficiency Spanish Basic Proficiency Spanish ID: SPA-122 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the practice and further development of essential listening, reading, speaking and writing skills. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 9 (7 Credit Hours) |
SPC-205 |
Public Speaking Public Speaking ID: SPC-205 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to principles of public speaking with application of speaking skills. Students entering this course must be able to communicate clearly with American speakers of English. |
• | • | • | • | 3 |
| AET-230 |
Architect Graphics III Architect Graphics III ID: AET-230 Credit Hours: 4 This course encompasses a model and set of working drawings of a complex architectural project. |
• | 4 | ||||
| Total Credit Hours | 67 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$13,400.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Students who complete this associate degree can transfer to a four-year college or university to earn a bachelor's degree.