• Architectural Drafting & Design

    CDO


  • Future Careers

    • Architect
    • Engineer
    • Interior Designer
    • Plans Examiner
    • General Contractor
    • Building/Safety Inspector

    Requirements

    Year 1: Architectural Drafting I
    Year 2: Architectural Drafting II
    Optional
    Year 3: Architectural Drafting III*
    Year 4: Architectural Drafting IV or Architectural Drafting Internship
    *Dual Enrollment PCC

    Credits

    This pathway is a minimum of 2 years.

  • SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATHEMATICS

    Architecture

    CTE


  • Summary                  

    Students will be prepared for immediate employment in entry-level positions in the drafting industry and to continue to study at a technical school or 2-year or 4-year college or university.

    • Learn techniques of sketching, drafting, computer aided drafting (CAD) programs, layout, design, blueprint interpretation, and all phases of drawing house plans.
    • Instruction in construction and structural design, architectural and engineering drawings, problem solving, and 3D architectural rendering.
    • Build 3D house models from wood and foam board along with designing and constructing various projects and other real-life projects.
    • Students can demonstrate their skills in regional, state, and national SkillsUSA competitions.

  • Post Secondary Options

Direct Employment Certificate 2 Year Degree 4 Year Degree
AutoCAD Architectural Technology Architectural Engineering
ADDA Drafter Landscape Architecture Technology Industrial Design
Landscape Architecture