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Architecture
The DVC architecture technology program offers a certificate of achievement in architecture technology, which prepares its students for a career as an architectural technician.
As an architecture technology student, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the field of architecture and architectural design.
Students will take courses to learn about:
• graphics used in architecture
• architectural design
• preparation of architectural work drawings
• pencil and pen and ink sketching
• construction process
• materials of construction
• construction management
• mechanics and strength of materials
• elementary physics
• architectural history
• math
• surveying.
To be competitive in today's market, employees must be highly trained, skilled and motivated. DVC's architecture courses incorporate the newest technologies, from the latest in CAD and animation software to modern digital equipment for surveying. Whether you are new to the architectural field or seeking to update your knowledge, at DVC you will gain the technical skills in demand by today's construction and architectural design industry.
Visit the Architecture program website.
Engineering Technology
Engineering technology is the field of study that prepares students to aid and assist engineers, architects, and contractors in a wide variety of areas including drafting and surveying. Diablo Valley College offers several different programs in the area of engineering technology: computer aided drafting and design - CAD, civil drafting and mechanical drafting.
As an engineering technology student you will gain an in-depth understanding of the many different areas of employment available under this broad category.
Students will learn a variety of skills, such as:
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how to prepare, interpret and revise technical drawings using computer aided drafting (CAD)
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how to do land surveying, evaluation and recording,
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how to use geometric dimensioning and tolerancing according to ANSI standards,
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how to develop technical drawings using geometric construction and descriptive geometry,
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how to read and interpret maps and construction drawings,
- basic machine processes.
