Bachelor of Architecture Professional Program
Program Overview
Northampton Community College's Architecture Associate Degree program equips students with the skills and knowledge to pursue careers in architecture and related fields. Combining artistic and technical aspects, the program emphasizes design, computer technology, and sustainability. Graduates are prepared for transfer to accredited Bachelor of Architecture programs or entry-level positions in the architecture industry.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
Northampton Community College's Architecture Associate Degree program prepares students for careers in architecture and architecture-related fields. The program provides an affordable foundation for a traditional five-year degree program leading to a career as a licensed architect. It can also prepare students for work in the field upon graduation.
Objectives:
- Merge artistic and technical skills into a career that can impact entire communities and change the way people experience and move through life.
- Combine creativity and engineering to build stylish structures that are also safe and functional.
Program Description:
The architecture program combines academics, design, and advanced computer technology to provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the field. Students will learn how to create residential and commercial design projects, and they will also gain experience in the use of building information modeling (BIM) software.
Outline:
Program Content:
- Architectural Design
- Building Construction
- Building Systems
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
- History of Architecture
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Sustainability
Structure:
- 4 semesters
- 62 credits
- View Curriculum: College Catalog
- Download PDF: Program Map
Course Schedule:
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
Assessment methods for the Architecture Associate Degree program may include:
- Exams
- Quizzes
- Projects
- Presentations
- Portfolios
Assessment Criteria:
Assessment criteria for the Architecture Associate Degree program may include:
- Accuracy
- Creativity
- Design skills
- Technical skills
- Communication skills
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
The teaching methods used in the Architecture Associate Degree program may include:
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Studio work
- Field trips
- Guest speakers
Faculty:
The faculty in the Architecture Associate Degree program are practicing, registered architects who are members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).
Unique Approaches:
The Architecture Associate Degree program at Northampton Community College is unique in that it is a member of the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA). This ensures that the program is current with trends in the field.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
Graduates of the Architecture Associate Degree program at Northampton Community College will be prepared for transfer into an accredited five-year Bachelor of Architecture Professional Program leading to a three-year internship and NCARB Examination to practice architecture. NCC Students have transferred to 30 different universities.
Career Opportunities:
- Architect
- Building Inspector
- Architectural Technician
- Architectural/Building Sales
