William C. Dean, RA, AIA, Chair
Phone: (607) 587-4698; Email: deanwc@alfredstate.edu; Fax: (607) 587-4620
In the architectural area, a five-year professional Bachelor of Architecture degree, Bachelor of Science degree program in architectural technology, and an Associate in Applied Science degree in architectural engineering technology are offered. These degrees are designed to serve the varying needs in the profession of architecture. The Associate of Applied Science degree in interior design provides graduates with basic knowledge and skills for entry-level positions in the interior design discipline.
DEPARTMENT MISSION
The Architecture and Design Department at Alfred State prepares graduates for immediate employment or continued educational opportunities in a range of design and technology-related disciplines. The department provides quality technical education that integrates theory and practice with a foundation in the arts and sciences.
FACILITIES
The Architecture and Design Department offers all students in the department use of extensive laboratory facilities that enhance each student’s learning experience as it relates to his/her chosen program.
Architectural Studios - Junior and senior baccalaureate-level students have access 24 hours per day to three studios. These rooms in the Engineering Technology Building contain 15 advanced computer visualization workstations. Peripheral devices such as scanners, digital cameras, and large format color plotters are readily available.
Interior Design Studios - First- and second-year students have access 24 hours per day to four studios. Each has 20 work stations and are laptop ready (either hard-wired or with access to the campus wireless network). Students also have access to a model shop, plotter room, and materials library.
Please note: All entering students in both architecture and interior design programs are required to purchase a laptop computer. The laptop enables students to have access to program-specific software via the wireless network on campus.
DEPARTMENT PROGRAMS
Architectural Engineering Technology (AAS)
Architectural Technology (BS)
Architecture (BArch)
Interior Design (AAS)