Anindya Paul, Chair, 386-506-4155, Anindya.Paul@daytonastate.edu
Deborah Kirkland, Assistant Chair, 386-506-4158, Deborah.Kirklandi@daytonastate.edu
Tammy Fritz, Senior Staff Assistant, 386-506-4154, Tammy.Fritz@daytonastate.edu
Program Overview
Mission:
The Architectural and Building Technology program provides the knowledge and skills necessary for career opportunities in the building, construction, and architecture industries. The program incorporates innovative teaching methods using current technology to improve student learning and promote student success. Graduates may seek employment or transition into baccalaureate programs.
Description:
The program provides a foundation in the building industry. Students develop an understanding of building materials, construction processes, building systems coordination, current industry standards, sustainable design, barrier-free design, architectural drawing, and computer-aided drafting skills.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Execute architectural drawings and specifications.
- Communicate effectively through written and verbal means.
- Apply laws, building codes, ADA standards, and regulations to contract documents.
- Identify tools, equipment, materials, and processes used in the building and construction field.
- Explain sustainability issues related to the design, construction, and maintenance of the built environment.
- Identify methods to plan, coordinate, schedule, and control construction projects.
- Estimate costs and perform quantity takeoffs.
- Demonstrate entrepreneurship and employability skills.
Completion Requirement:
- Earn a grade "C" or better in all program-specific and prerequisite courses.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at
studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.
For more information on grant, loans, and work programs available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at
daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/.
Students are also encouraged to apply for Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester.
For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Career and Labor Market Information
Graduates may pursue employment in drafting, computer-aided design (CAD), engineering, architecture, manufacturing, and construction. Common roles include CAD Technician, Mechanical Drafter, Architectural Drafter, Design Technician, Engineering Drafting Technician, and 3D Modeling Technician. In the Brevard-Flagler-Volusia workforce region, approximately 1,362 drafting and CAD professionals are employed, with an average annual salary of $58,520 and approximately 108 annual job openings.
| SOC Alignment |
17-3013 – Mechanical Drafters
17-3011 – Architectural and Civil Drafters
|
| Average Hourly Wage |
$28.14 |
| Average Annual Salary |
$58,520 |
| Annual Job Openings |
108 |
| Regional Employment |
Approximately 1,362 employed |
Occupational Overview: Prepare detailed technical drawings and models used for engineering, manufacturing, and construction projects.
Wage Distribution: 10th percentile: $41,880 | 50th percentile: $58,520 | 90th percentile: $80,240.
Data Sources: CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia Regional Demand Occupations List; FloridaCommerce Employment Projections Region 27; Regional Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS); SOC 17-3013 and 17-3011.
Note: It is never too early to prepare for your career. Log in to the Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board to create your account, submit your resume for review, search for employment opportunities, and practice your interviewing skills through Big Interview. For assistance, contact Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.
15 Credits
Communication Core (3 credits)
Required General Education course:
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3.00 |
Mathematics Core (3 credits)
Recommended Math Pathway:
Natural Sciences Core (3 credits)
Recommended courses. Choose one:
| AST1002 | Astronomy | 3.00 |
| BSC1005 | Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors) | 3.00 |
| CHM1020 | Chemistry in Society | 3.00 |
| EVR2001 | Introduction to Environmental Science | 3.00 |
| PHY1020 | Conceptual Physics | 3.00 |
Humanities Core (3 credits)
Recommended courses. Choose one:
Social Sciences Core (3 credits)
Required courses. Choose one:
| AMH2010 | United States History to 1877 | 3.00 |
| AMH2020 | United States History 1865 to Present | 3.00 |
| POS2041 | American Federal Government | 3.00 |
Program Specific Courses
45 Credits
| BCN1210 | Materials and Processes | 3.00 |
| BCN1251C | Architectural Drawing I and Lab | 3.00 |
| BCN1253C | Architectural Drawing II and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETG2520 | Statics and Strength of Materials | 3.00 |
| BCT1040 | Blueprint Reading | 3.00 |
| ETC2207C | Construction Planning and Estimating and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETC2245 | Construction Methods | 3.00 |
| ETD2320C | Computer Aided Drafting I (AutoCAD) and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2340C | Computer Aided Drafting II (AutoCAD) and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2540C | Civil Drafting and Surveying (CAD) and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2390C | Introduction to Revit Architecture and Lab | 3.00 |
| IND1935 | Building and Barrier Free Codes | 3.00 |
| BCN2049 | Sustainable Design & Construction | 3.00 |
| IND2500 | Professional Practices for the Design Industry | 3.00 |
| Program Elective | 3.00 |
Program Electives
Choose one:
| EGN1111C | Engineering Drawing and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETG2949 | Internship in Engineering | 1.00 |
| IND2408 | Specialized Software for Interior Design | 3.00 |
ETG2949: This course is a 1-4 variable credit course. The academic department has approved it for 3 credits in this A.S. program.
Sample Program of Study
Year 1
1st Semester
| BCN1251C | Architectural Drawing I and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2320C | Computer Aided Drafting I (AutoCAD) and Lab | 3.00 |
| BCN2049 | Sustainable Design & Construction | 3.00 |
| MAC1105 | College Algebra | 3.00 |
2nd Semester
| BCN1210 | Materials and Processes | 3.00 |
| BCN1253C | Architectural Drawing II and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETC2245 | Construction Methods | 3.00 |
| IND2500 | Professional Practices for the Design Industry | 3.00 |
Summer Semester
| Humanities Core | 3.00 |
| Social Sciences Core - Civic Literacy course | 3.00 |
| Natural Sciences Core | 3.00 |
| ENC1101 | Introduction to Composition | 3.00 |
Year 2
1st Semester
| ETD2390C | Introduction to Revit Architecture and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETG2520 | Statics and Strength of Materials | 3.00 |
| ETC2207C | Construction Planning and Estimating and Lab | 3.00 |
| BCT1040 | Blueprint Reading | 3.00 |
2nd Semester
| ETD2540C | Civil Drafting and Surveying (CAD) and Lab | 3.00 |
| ETD2340C | Computer Aided Drafting II (AutoCAD) and Lab | 3.00 |
| IND1935 | Building and Barrier Free Codes | 3.00 |
| Humanities Core | 3.00 |
Total Credit Hours: 60