Basic Digital Architecture - Major #6816

Certificate Program Map
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The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


This curriculum is designed to provide beginning knowledge and skills to individuals in the area of digital architecture tools including 3D computer modeling and presentation.

Upon completion of the program, students will:
  1. 1. Construct basic 3D objects and stretch, extrude, and modify those objects using a computer aided drafting or computer aided modeling program.
  2. 2. Apply materials, shade and shadow to a 3D model using a computer aided drafting or computer aided modeling program.
  3. 3. Draw a floor plan, exterior elevations and sections using a computer aided drafting or building information modeling program.
  4. 4. Create photorealistic and non-photorealistic images using a computer aided modeling or building information modeling program.
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester

Certificate Requirements 

8 units

ARCH 14
Digital Tools for Architects

2 units
Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
This course is an introduction to digital tools in the context of architectural practice. Course content includes basic 3D modeling, image manipulation, presentation, layout, and output. (A, CSU)
Course Details:

    ARCH 24
    Building Information Modeling

    3 units
    Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
    This course covers Building Information Modeling (BIM) in the context of architectural practice. It includes the generation of architectural plans within a BIM environment with dimensions, details, basic materials and rendering. (A, CSU)
    Course Details:

      ARCH 34
      Digital Rendering

      3 units
      Effective Term: 2023 Fall Semester
      This course covers the generation of architectural renderings to include lighting, reflection, environment and materials. (A, CSU)
      Course Details:
        Total: 8 units