Architectural Engineering & Construction
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Build a creative career with our architectural engineering program. You'll learn drafting skills and computer-aided design (CAD) skills, preparing you to become an important member of construction and design teams.
Our Architectural Engineering Technician Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree can be completed in as little as two years, and our architectural drafting certificate program can be completed in two semesters. Oy, you can transfer to the University of Colorado, Denver Bachelor of Science in Architecture program by completing our Associate of Arts (AA) in Architecture Studies.
Why Study Architectural Engineering & Construction at Front Range Community College?
FRCC's degree prepares you to be an architectural drafter. Architectural drafters work on construction sites and in offices, developing graphics for residences, commercial buildings or industrial structures.
You'll learn essential technical concepts used in architectural computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM), as well as green/sustainable architectural practices. You'll gain the structural skills you need to understand loads and support and the CAD skills to develop graphics and construction documents. You'll practice communication skills, making you a valuable team member as you work with architects and field engineers.
Earn Your Bachelor's Degree from FRCC
With our newest bachelor’s degree—the Business for Creative Industries BAS—students with associate degrees in creative fields can start and finish their bachelor’s
degree at FRCC without having to transfer to a university.
Program Options
AA in Architectural Studies
Program Location: Larimer
Total Credits: 62 Credits (4 semesters)
This program prepares you to transfer into the four-year undergraduate program in Architecture at the University of Colorado Denver. You'll earn an AA in Architectural Studies, preparing you for a rapidly evolving design/build profession.
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AAS in Architectural Engineering Technician
Program Location: Larimer
Total Credits: 60 credits (4 semesters)
This program is a comprehensive two-year study in architectural drafting, elementary design and building science. The program emphasizes green/sustainable architectural practices and essential technical concepts used in architectural CAD and building information modeling (BIM).
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Architectural Drafting Certificate
Program Location: Larimer, Westminster
Total Credits: 18 credits (2 semesters)
The architectural drafting certificate program provides you with entry-level drafting and CAD skills and emphasizes foundation concepts in building information modeling (BIM).
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Transfer Options
University of Colorado, Denver - The AA in Architectural Studies transfers to the University of Colorado, Denver, where you can complete your Bachelor of Science in Architecture.
Careers & Outcomes
Your degree can open doors for a career in various areas of the construction industry.