{"id":346,"date":"2012-01-31T11:04:05","date_gmt":"2012-01-31T19:04:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/architecture\/?page_id=39"},"modified":"2026-02-05T09:15:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T17:15:31","slug":"architectural-drafting-3","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/architecture\/","title":{"rendered":"Architecture at Palomar College"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>Design the built environment. Build your future in Architecture. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Explore architecture through hands-on design, technical skill-building, and sustainable practices.<\/strong> Whether you\u2019re starting a new career, advancing your current one, or preparing for transfer to a four-year university or Palomar\u2019s Bachelor of Science in Building Performance and Environmental Design (BPED), Palomar\u2019s Architecture program equips you with the tools to move forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/U660UXXnKiw?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2661\">Architecture at Palomar is ideal for:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2734\">Students pursuing an <strong data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2716\">Associate of Science Degree<\/strong> in Architecture<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2818\">Students seeking <strong data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2785\">Certificates of Achievement<\/strong> for immediate workforce skills<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2893\">Students planning to <strong data-start=\"2842\" data-end=\"2891\">transfer to a university architecture program<\/strong><\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"2960\">Students preparing to continue into <strong data-start=\"2932\" data-end=\"2958\">Palomar\u2019s BPED program<\/strong><\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"2963\" data-end=\"3055\"><strong>Working professionals<\/strong> looking to update software, drafting, or sustainable design skills<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong data-start=\"3231\" data-end=\"3262\">Students develop skills in:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p data-start=\"3265\" data-end=\"3305\">Architectural design and design theory<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"3308\" data-end=\"3349\">Site analysis and environmental context<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3398\">Structural systems and material applications<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"3401\" data-end=\"3442\">Green and sustainable design principles<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"3445\" data-end=\"3496\">Perspective drawing, rendering, and visualization<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"3499\" data-end=\"3557\">Programming client needs into buildable design solutions<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These skills are developed through applied coursework that emphasizes professional practices, creative problem-solving, and real-world design challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong data-start=\"3743\" data-end=\"3796\">This program prepares students for roles such as:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p data-start=\"3799\" data-end=\"3843\">Architectural design or production drafter<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"3846\" data-end=\"3884\">Entry-level architectural technician<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"3887\" data-end=\"3964\">Design support roles in architecture, construction, and building industries<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong data-start=\"3966\" data-end=\"3996\">Academic pathways include:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p data-start=\"3999\" data-end=\"4037\"><strong>Associate of Science in Architecture<\/strong><\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"4040\" data-end=\"4069\"><strong>Certificates of Achievement<\/strong><\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"4072\" data-end=\"4117\"><strong>Transfer<\/strong> to four-year architecture programs<\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p data-start=\"4120\" data-end=\"4165\"><strong>Continued study in<\/strong> <strong data-start=\"4139\" data-end=\"4165\">Palomar\u2019s BPED program<\/strong><\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/palomar.curriqunet.com\/catalog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Refer to the current Course Catalog for more information.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Coalition of Community College Architecture Programs, C.C.C.A.P.<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The Architecture Department is a proud member of the Coalition of Community College Architecture Programs (CCCAP), reflecting our commitment to professional standards and industry-aligned education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-default\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The PATH to Becoming an Architect<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore the pathway slideshow below to learn more about career options in architecture and related fields. Faculty are available to help answer questions and support you in planning your academic and professional goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><figure><a href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/227\/2021\/05\/Intro-to-Palomar-College-Architecture.pdf\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1762\" src=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/227\/2021\/05\/PALOMAR-COLLEGE-ARCHITECTURE-432x270.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"435\" height=\"272\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/227\/2021\/05\/PALOMAR-COLLEGE-ARCHITECTURE-432x270.jpg 432w, https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/227\/2021\/05\/PALOMAR-COLLEGE-ARCHITECTURE-1024x638.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/227\/2021\/05\/PALOMAR-COLLEGE-ARCHITECTURE-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/227\/2021\/05\/PALOMAR-COLLEGE-ARCHITECTURE-264x165.jpg 264w, https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/227\/2021\/05\/PALOMAR-COLLEGE-ARCHITECTURE-528x329.jpg 528w, https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/227\/2021\/05\/PALOMAR-COLLEGE-ARCHITECTURE.jpg 1099w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 435px) 100vw, 435px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/architecture\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/227\/2021\/05\/Intro-to-Palomar-College-Architecture.pdf\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000\"><span style=\"color: #800000\"><span style=\"color: #800080\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><span style=\"color: #808080\">Introduction to Palomar College Architecture Department<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/gainfulemployment\/\">Palomar College Gainful Employment Information<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Design the built environment. Build your future in Architecture. Explore architecture through hands-on design, technical skill-building, and sustainable practices. 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