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The architectural engineering technology program offers a concentration of courses in architectural design and graphic communication as well as material in related areas such as structures, mechanical systems, professional practice, and construction technology.
It is the intent of the program to expose students to a broad range of skills and basic data relevant to the building process. This broad exposure gives students the ability to be conversant with and/or seek employment with all related professions within the architectural field. Students are required during the two years of study to apply the skills or background knowledge gained in these "exposure" courses to actual problem-solving situations. This application develops a better understanding of the complexity, interrelationships, and proper sequence of the process of building.
As a response to the impact of computers on all areas of the architecture profession, a series of computer courses has been developed which introduces the student to a variety of 2D & 3D building information modeling and animation applications.
The program places graduates as technicians in the architecture professions. However, each year some students transfer into baccalaureate or professional degree programs in architecture and related fields.
A laptop computer is required for students entering the architectural engineering technology program. See laptop specifications.
Program Educational Objectives
Program educational objectives were established with the assistance of the Advisory Board and are reviewed periodically. The architectural engineering technology program produces graduates who will be able to:
- demonstrate a mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of architectural practice;
- apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology-related to the built environment;
- define, analyze, and respond to architectural problems and evaluate results using graphic thinking to improve design processes;
- show creativity in the design and integration of building systems and components through three-dimensional exploration and visualization techniques;
- demonstrate the ability to function effectively in team situations;
- identify, analyze, and solve technical problems related to building design and site development;
- demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in oral, written, and graphic form;
- understand professional, ethical, legal, and social responsibilities related to architectural practice;
- show respect for diversity and a knowledge of human behavior related to contemporary professional, societal, and global issues;
- recognize the need for and be able to engage in lifelong learning and self-evaluation;
- demonstrate a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
- Demonstrate a mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of architectural practice.
- Apply current knowledge, and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering and technology related to the built environment.
- Define, analyze and respond to architectural problems, and evaluate results using graphic thinking to improve design processes.
- Show creativity in the design and integration of building systems and components through three-dimensional exploration and visualization techniques.
- Demonstrate the ability to function effectively in team situations.
- Identify, analyze, and solve technical problems related to building design and site development.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in oral, written, and graphic form.
- Understand professional, ethical, legal, and social responsibilities related to architectural practice.
- Show respect for diversity, and a knowledge of behavior related to contemporary professional, societal and global issues.
- Recognize the need for, and ability to engage in lifelong learning and self-evaluation.
- Demonstrate a commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
Required: Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2/ Trigonometry
Recommended: Physics
- Focuses on architectural graphics and communication as applied in the architect's office.
- Computer applications hardware and software are used to develop project drawings and computer models.
State University of New York at Buffalo (studio placement based on portfolio review)
- Architect (after successfully meeting state requirements)
- Detailers
- Specifications Writers
Computer Modelers- Estimators
- Inspectors
- Shop Drawing Drafters
- Interior Designers
- Sales Representatives
- Computer Animators
Alfred State architectural engineering technology graduates may enter directly into either the architectural technology BS or technology management BBA degree program. Please note that a minimum combined GPA of 3.0 is required in Alfred State studio courses (ARCH 1184, ARCH 2394, ARCH 3104, and ARCH 4304) to guarantee admission into ARCH 5306 - Design Studio 3. A portfolio review is required of all continuing students not meeting this requirement.
Graduates may go directly into the work force or transfer to professional or pre-professional degree programs at Alfred State or other institutions. Transfer is contingent on program and institution. Graduates have transferred to various schools of architecture and engineering in the United States.
A typical day might be one or two, one-hour lectures and a two-hour studio in the freshman year. In the senior year some courses use three-hour studios.
| First Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| COMP | 1503 | Freshman Composition | 3 |
| SOCI | 1163 | General Sociology** | 3 |
| MATH | 1033 | College Algebra | 3 |
| ARCH | 1184 | Design Fundamentals I* | 4 |
| ARCH | 2201 | Architectural Computer Graphic Applications | 1 |
| FNAT | 1303 | Arch History I | 3 |
| 17 | |||
| Second Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LITR | 2603 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| PHYS | 1024 | General Physics I | 4 |
| MATH | 2043 | College Trigonometry | 3 |
| ARCH | 2394 | Design Fundamentals II* | 4 |
| ARCH | 4403 | Computer Visualization | 3 |
| 17 | |||
| Third Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| MATH | 1063 | Technical Calculus I | 3 |
| PHYS | 2023 | General Physics II | 3 |
| ARCH | 3104 | Design Studio I* | 4 |
| ARCH | 1023 | Construction Technology I | 3 |
| ARCH | 2123 | Environmental Controls I | 3 |
| 16 | |||
| Fourth Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| SPCH | 1083 | Effective Speaking | 3 |
| ARCH | 4003 | Professional Practice I | 3 |
| ARCH | 3304 | Construction Technology II | 4 |
| CIVL | 4104 | Structural Design | 4 |
| ARCH | 4304 | Design Studio II* | 4 |
| 18 | |||
General Notes:
Students must complete at least one course from each of five SUNY General Education Silos.
Entry level of student into math and composition/literature sequences is a function of student’s high school preparation and mathematics and English placement examinations.
Math through technical calculus I must be completed. Students who start at a higher level in math must meet all SUNY general education and campus liberal arts and sciences course credit requirements for graduation.
Minimum of “C” is required for CIAT 1184, CIAT 2394, CIAT 3104, and CIAT 4304.
* Minimum combined GPA of 3.0 is required in Alfred State College studio courses (CIAT 1184, CIAT 2394, CIAT 3104, and CIAT 4304) to guarantee admission into CIAT 5306 - Studio 3. A portfolio review is required of all continuing students not meeting this requirement.
** May substitute HIST 1113, HIST 1143, HIST 2153, or PLSC 1043. Students planning to continue in the BS - architectural technology program should consult with their adviser regarding Gen. Ed/LAS requirements.
Also required: One unit of physical education.
| Survey Details | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Receiving Degrees | 11 | 13 | 10 |
| Responding to Survey | 9 (82%) | 11 (85%) | 9 (90%) |
| Employed | -- | 1 (9%) | -- |
| Employed in Field | -- | 0 (0%) | -- |
| Transferred | 9 (100%) | 10 (91%) | 9 (100%) |
| Unemployed & Seeking Employment | -- | -- | -- |
| Unemployed & Not Seeking Employment | -- | -- | -- |
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