Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Technology - Associate in Applied Science

Information Technology Pathway

90 Credits | 8 Quarters

Pathway at a Glance

Put your passions to work in one of the most relevant and in-demand industries—Information Technology. Become a game developer, civil engineer, cybersecurity guru, or IT network engineer and work in virtually any industry and any country. Take your next step into our Information Technology Pathway. Classes in this pathway give you a focused, technical education to help you reach your goals and graduate quickly.

Pathway Map (PDF)

Courses by Quarter

Quarter Plan:

Quarter 1

Transition Studies Students have several options for their starting point. Some students may start in our Transition Studies programs: Adult Basic Education, English as a Second Language, Digital Literacy, and High School+.

Quarter 2

ENGL090 Integrated Reading and Writing I 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces students to college-level reading and writing. Focuses on reading strategies, critical thinking, and writing unified paragraphs. ENGL 090 classes are combined with ENGL 095 classes, and students who demonstrate ENGL 095 proficiency may earn ENGL 095 credit. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement based on Reading & English CPT scores or transition test.

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ENGL095 Integrated Reading and Writing II 5 Credits Search Schedule

Prepares students for entry into college-level writing courses. Focuses on reading analytically, thinking critically, and writing coherent, well-supported texts. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement based on Reading & English CPT scores or transition test.

Quarter 3

AEC101 Fundamentals of Drafting 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces basic drafting skills and concepts with an emphasis on projection theory. Prerequisite: None.

MATH101 Technical Mathematics I 5 Credits Search Schedule

Covers the theories and applications of mathematics used in technical fields with emphasis on problem solving strategies, measurement, algebra, geometry, unit conversions and the metric system. Prerequisite: Eligible for MATH 092.
Distribution: AAS, AAS-COMPUTATION

CCS101 Pathways to Success 3 Credits Search Schedule

Cultivates the mind-set and skills necessary for students to become confident, reflective, self-directing, and successful learners. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 090 or higher.

Quarter 4

AEC102 Introduction to CAD 5 Credits Search Schedule

Develops fundamental skills for computer aided drafting (CAD) with an emphasis on the application of AutoCAD. Prerequisite: AEC 101 or instructor's permission.

AEC160 Introduction to Civil Engineering and Survey 5 Credits Search Schedule

Develops fundamental concepts and skills for civil engineering and survey. Applies general survey principles in team survey activities. Prerequisite: AEC 102 or concurrent enrollment, or instructor's permission.

ENGL098 Transitional English Composition 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces strategies and techniques writers use to convey ideas and participate in multiple discourse communities. Focuses on both the process and product of composing. English 098 classes are combined with English 101 classes, and students who demonstrate English 101 proficiency may earn ENGL& 101 credit. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement OR a "C" or better in ENGL 095.

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ENGL&101 English Composition I 5 Credits Search Schedule

Develops strategies and techniques writers use to convey ideas and participate in multiple discourse communities. Focuses on both the process and product of composing. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement OR a "B-" or better in ENGL 095 OR a "C" or better in ENGL 098.
Distribution: AA, AAS, AS, DTA, COMMUNICATION, GER-CIS, AA-AAS-T-COMMUNICATION, AAS-COMMUNICATION: Reading/Writing, AAS-READING-WRITING

Quarter 5

AEC120 Construction Methods and Materials 5 Credits Search Schedule

Develops a fundamental understanding of construction materials, sizes, detailing, volume estimates, and applications related to the building industry. Prerequisite: AEC 102 or instructor's permission.

AEC103 Introduction to 3D Modeling 5 Credits Search Schedule

Explores 3D modeling fundamentals and how they apply to simple geometric forms and building modeling. Hands-on use of Revit and other industry-standard 3D modeling applications. Prerequisite: AEC 101 or instructor's permission.

CMST240 Intercultural Communication: Diversity 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces intercultural communication theories and concepts with applications. Explores the communication processes when people enter new cultural context or interact with people who have different cultural identities. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101 or instructor's permission.
Distribution: AA, AAS, AS, DTA, DIVERSITY, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AAS-SPEAKING-LISTENING, AAS-HUMAN RELATIONS, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES, AAS-ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATION, HUMANITIES-CULTURAL-5QTR, HUM-CULTURAL-ELECTIVE-6QTR, HUM-CULTURAL-ELECTIVE-8QTR, FPA-Hum-Qtr 6-7-8

Quarter 6

AEC121 Architectural BIM I 5 Credits Search Schedule

Covers development of 3D models and construction drawings utilizing industry standard 3D BIM software. Emphasis on residential architectural construction in modeling and documentation. Prerequisite: AEC 120 & AEC 103 or instructor's permission.

AEC161 Civil CAD I 5 Credits Search Schedule

Develops fundamental skills to work with surfaces and points in civil engineering drafting. Emphasizes the application of Civil 3D. Prerequisite: AEC 160 or instructor's permission.

AEC171 Commercial BIM I 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces essential Building Information Modeling tools and concepts for developing a multi-story commercial building. Emphasis on design intent and commercial industry best practices in modeling and documentation. Prerequisite: AEC 103 or instructor's permission.

Quarter 7

AEC122 Architectural BIM II 5 Credits Search Schedule

Covers development of construction documents utilizing industry-standard 3D building information modeling software. Emphasis on creating complete plan sets by building on work completed in AEC 121, with the goal of finalizing industry standard, permit-ready plan sets. Prerequisite: AEC 121 or instructor's permission.

AEC162 Civil CAD II 5 Credits Search Schedule

Develops fundamental skills in roadway design in civil engineering drafting. Emphasizes creating and editing plan views, profile views, section views, and corridors. Prerequisite: AEC 161 or instructor's permission.

AEC172 Commercial BIM II 5 Credits Search Schedule

Continues on building project started in AEC 171 using intermediate to advanced BIM tools/techniques in coordinate systems, phasing, and detailing. Strong emphasis on extracting information from a building model and coordinating multiple project files. Continues development towards a full set of industry standard construction drawings. Prerequisite: AEC 171.

Quarter 8

AEC263 Civil CAD III 5 Credits Search Schedule

Develops fundamental skills in site planning, pipe networks design, and quantity take-off in civil engineering drafting with an emphasis on the application of Civil 3D. Prerequisite: AEC 162 or instructor's permission. Concurrent with AEC 264.

AEC264 Survey I 3 Credits Search Schedule

Develops skills in topographic survey, data collection using robotic total stations, and topographic map creation using Civil 3D. Prerequisite: AEC 162 or instructor's permission. Concurrent enrollment in AEC 263.

AEC273 Building Information Modeling III 5 Credits Search Schedule

Explores multi-discipline building information modeling tools while developing structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Emphasizes collaboration, introduces the fundamentals of custom content creation, and integrates with AEC 274. Prerequisite: AEC 172 or instructor's permission. Concurrent with AEC 274.

AEC274 Building Information Modeling IV 4 Credits Search Schedule

Integrates BIM skills acquired during the AEC program pathway while exploring virtual design and construction (VDC) processes and tools. Students work collaboratively to assemble a multi-discipline building model for evaluation of construction processes and presentation to stakeholders. Prerequisite: AEC 172 or instructor's permission. Concurrent enrollment in AEC 273.

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Program Student Learning Outcomes

At the completion for the AEC Technology Program, the successful student will be able to:

Use industry standard software to:

a)       Communicate how a building is constructed
b)       Identify conflicts between and among building systems
c)       Design large public works infrastructures
d)       Create virtual building models

Communicate orally and in writing to diverse team members, colleagues, supervisors, and customers
Present completed professional resume and portfolio that demonstrates skills, employment history, interests, and accomplishments
Think critically, ethically, and creatively to solve work-related problems, and initiate professional growth and learning
Apply general principles of project management to classroom work

Revision Date:

Tuesday, March 30, 2021