Department of Architecture & Engineering

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Department of Architecture and Engineering

To complete an A.S. degree in one of several Architectural and Engineering related areas, MJC provides the required general education and major courses.  Students planning on transferring can complete lower division coursework required by four-year colleges and universities in their field of choice.  Students will complete fully transferable courses in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Engineering and Architecture.  Hands-on laboratory sessions and student project assignments are used to reinforce quality instruction.

Programs - Certificates and/or Degrees:

  • Architecture - A.S. Degree
  • Architectural Drafting Technology - Certificate of Achievement
  • City and Regional Planning - A.S. Degree
  • Construction Management - A.S. Degree
  • Drafting Technology - A.S. Degree
  • Engineering - A.S. Degree
  • Engineering Technology - A.S. Degree
  • Landscape Architecture - A.S. Degree

For further information regarding required courses for the above certificate and/or degrees, consult our college catalog.

Architecture Courses:

The architecture program prepares students to transfer to four-year college and university programs.  The programs at universities can vary considerably.  The student should consult closely with the architecture staff to ensure that required transfer courses are completed for the specific college that the student selects.

ARCH 100 Introduction to Engineering and Architecture 1 Unit
ARCH 106 Materials of Construction 2 Units
ARCH 107 Materials of Construction Laboratory 1 Unit
ARCH 117 History of Architecture 1 3 Units
ARCH 118 History of Architecture 2 3 Units
ARCH 121 Beginning Graphics and Design 1 4 Units
ARCH 122 Beginning Graphics and Design 2 4 Units
ARCH 131 Architectural Drafting 1 4 Units
ARCH 132 Architectural Drafting 2 3 Units
ARCH 152 Architectural Design 1 5 Units
ARCH 153 Architectural Design 2 5 Units
ARCH 331 Basic Architectural Drafting 1 2 Units

Engineering Courses:

The Engineering program prepares students to transfer to four-year college and university programs.  Most universities have several common undergraduate core classes regardless of the student's eventual area of specialization (i.e. civil, mechanical, electrical/electronic, aeronautical, agricultural, chemical, industrial, etc.).  However, the A.S. program is flexible enough to allow students to tailor their coursework to fit the specific requirements of their selected transfer institution.  Students must work closely with their counselors and engineering faculty to assure a smooth transition.

ENGR 100 Introduction to Engineering and Architecture 1 Unit
ENGR 101 Introduction to Surveying and Topography 3 Units
ENGR 121 Introduction to Engineering Drafting and Design 4 Units
ENGR 127 Engineering Graphics 4 Units
ENGR 130 Properties of Materials 4 Units
ENGR 135 Engineering Mechanics/Statics 3 Units
ENGR 140 Introduction to Circuit Analysis (Without Lab) 3 Units
ENGR 141 Introduction to Circuit Analysis (With Lab) 4 Units
ENGR 220 Basic Engineering Graphics 1 2 Units
ENGR 221 Basic Engineering Graphics 2 2 Units
ENGR 230 Field Surveying 2 Units

Engineering Technology:

The Engineering Technology program prepares students to transfer to four-year college and university programs.  It is for students interested in learning the more pragmatic and applications aspects of engineering, and is directed to the application of established scientific and engineering knowledge and methods.  Consult with an engineering adviser for selection of courses.

ENGTC 210 Introduction to Computer Assisted Drafting 1 Unit
ENGTC 211 Intermediate Topics in Computer Assisted Drafting 1 Unit
ENGTC 212 Advanced Topics in Computer Assisted Drafting 1 Unit
ENGTC 214 3D Cad Applications for Architects and Engineers 1 Unit
ENGTC 215 Introduction to Solid Modeling 1 Unit
ENGTC 222 Engineering Drafting and Design 1 2 Units
ENGTC 223 Engineering Drafting and Design 2 2 Units
ENGTC 250 Materials in Engineering 3 Units
ENGTC 251 Properties of Materials 1 Unit
ENGTC 255 Statics and Strength of Materials 3 Units
ENGTC 375 Construction Blueprint Reading 2 Units
ENGTC 376 Mechanical Blueprint Reading 2 Units

Contact:

Have questions?  Contact the following:

Jeremy Wilson, Professor of Engineering - 575-6929   wilsonje@mjc.edu
Dennis Thorpe, Professor of Architecture - 575-6340   thorped@mjc.edu

For additional information regarding course descriptions.