Architecture
Associate in Science Degree Architectural Technology · Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Architecture Associate in Science degree provides courses to help develop students understanding of the concepts, skills and competencies necessary for further study in the field. The program prepares students in the areas of critical thinking, design, and visual communication. Students who are interested in transfer to a university professional program in Architecture and/or related Environmental Design should contact an OCC counselor for assistance in additional course preparation.
Program Outcome
Program Learning Outcomes
- Student will be able to demonstrate critical thinking, design, and visual communication as related to architecture.
Requirements
Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| Core Courses | ||
| ARCH A105 | Architectural Drawing and Design Visualization 1 | 2 |
| ARCH A110 | Introduction to Architecture | 2 |
| orARCH A110H | Introduction to Architecture Honors | |
| ARCH A115 | Architectural Design and Theory 1 | 4 |
| ARCH A205 | Architectural Drawing and Design Visualization 2 | 3 |
| ARCH A215 | Architectural Drawing and Design Theory 2 | 4 |
| Restricted Electives | ||
| Select a minimum of three units from the following: | 3-5 | |
| ARCH A180 | Architectural Construction Documents | |
| ARCH A185 | Environmental Design Systems | |
| ARCH A220 | Building Materials and Systems | |
| ARCH A230 | Architectural Design and Theory 3 | |
| ARCH A290 | History of Architecture 1 | |
| orARCH A290H | History of Architecture 1 Honors | |
| ARCH A296 | History of Architecture 2 | |
| orARCH A296H | History of Architecture 2 Honors | |
| Total Major Units | 18-20 | |
| OCC AS General Education | up to 21 | |
| Transferable electives as needed to satisfy unit requirements | varies | |
| Total Minimum Degree Units - OCC AS GE | 60 | |
- Some program major units may also meet GE requirements.
- Cal-GETC pattern (up to 34 units) may be substituted.
Program Sequence
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
Year 1
| Semester 1 | Units |
|---|---|
| ARCH A105 | Architectural Drawing and Design Visualization 1 |
| ARCH A110 | Introduction to Architecture |
| OCC AS GE AREA 1A- CHOOSE ONE | 3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 2 - CHOOSE ONE 1 | 3-4 |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 3 | 3 |
| Units |
| Semester 2 |
|---|
| ARCH A115 |
| ARCH A205 |
| AS RESTRICTED ELECTIVE – CHOOSE ONE (See Requirements) |
| OCC AS GE AREA 1B - CHOOSE ONE 2 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 4 - CHOOSE ONE |
Year 2
| Semester 1 |
|---|
| ARCH A215 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 6 - CHOOSE ONE |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) UNITS |
| Semester 2 |
|---|
| OCC AS GE AREA 5 - CHOOSE ONE |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) UNITS 3 |
- Math A120 recommended
- Satisfies OCC AS GE, Area 3
- VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE APPLICABLE UNITS