Degree in Architectural Technology Requirements at Oakton Community College
General Education Requirements: Minimum
Area A — Communications
EGL 101 3
One course from: EGL 102, EGL 111, EGL 212, SPE 103 3
Area B — Mathematics 3
MAT 120 or higher level MAT course
Area C — Science 0
(No course needed)
Area D — Social and Behavioral Sciences 3
One course from a social or behavioral science discipline
(recommend course to also satisfy Area F)
Area E — Humanities/Fine Arts 3
HUM 133
Area F — Contemporary Global Studies* 0-3
One course that satisfies Contemporary Global Studies
requirement
Other General Education credits 0-3
Additional credits from Areas B, C, D, E or F if needed
to meet 18 credit hour minimum (ART 131 recommended)
Total General Education Requirements: 18
*Students may take a Contemporary Global Studies course
that satisfies both Area F and another Area requirement.
Major Requirements:
(A.A.S. in Architectural Technology) Minimum Credits
ARC 110 Basic Architectural Drawing 5
ARC 116 Computer-Aided Design –
Basic Applications for Architects 3
ARC 117 Computer-Aided Design –
Intermediate Applications for Architects 4
ARC 120 Architectural Drafting 5
ARC 131 Detailing and Construction I 4
ARC 132 Detailing and Construction II 4
ARC 212 Construction Cost Estimating 3
ARC 216 Building Codes and Zoning 3
Additional ARC or Construction Management or CAD 220 electives 11
Total Major Requirements: 42
Major Requirements:
(for A.A.S. in Architectural Technology and CAD Certificate) Minimum Credits
ARC 110 Basic Architectural Drawing 5
ARC 116 Computer-Aided Design –
Basic Applications for Architects 3
ARC 117 Computer-Aided Design –
Intermediate Applications for Architects 4
ARC 120 Architectural Drafting 5
ARC 131 Detailing and Construction I 4
ARC 132 Detailing and Construction II 4
ARC 212 Construction Cost Estimating 3
ARC 216 Building Codes and Zoning 3
ARC 218 Computer-Aided Design –
Advanced Applications for Architects 4
Additional ARC or Construction Management or CAD 220 electives 7