Demonstrate knowledge of architectural design, building codes, and construction methods
and materials.
Create quality, industry-level design drawings for the design discipline.
Use industry-standard design software when producing design drawings.
Bachelor of Architecture
Program Learning Outcomes
Architectural solutions — demonstrate the ability to integrate design solutions and utilize appropriate building
materials, building systems, and sound construction practices.
Building systems knowledge — incorporate a wide range of technical skills and professional architectural knowledge
during schematic design to demonstrate a comprehensive application of life safety,
accessibility, and sustainability issues in making sound design decisions across varying
scales and levels of complexity.
Graphic design and representation — contrive of multifaceted two- and three-dimensional graphic representation techniques
using a wide variety of both traditional and digital methods to describe the architectural
design.
Building design principles — the knowledge and the know-how to apply design decisions through appropriate technical
documentation to serve clients' needs, create a pleasing aesthetic, create cost-effective
solutions, and become responsible stewards of the environment.
Architectural solutions — demonstrate the ability to integrate design solutions and utilize appropriate building
materials, building systems, and sound construction practices.
Practice of architecture — collaborate and lead teams of stakeholders throughout the design process.
Conceive, develop, and implement solutions to a wide range of design problems in the
physical built environment.
Understand the ethics, legal requirements, financial, and social responsibilities
of professional practice.
Civil Design Technology Certificate
Program Learning Outcomes
Implement the principles and practices of the survey technician, mapper, and civil
designer.
Perform all common land surveys and civil engineering plans using professionally acceptable
principles and practices of civil design and surveying.
Create maps and plans using professionally acceptable drafting, design, and cartographic
principles and practices.
Geographical Information Systems
Program Learning Outcomes
Prior to graduation, our students will develop the necessary technical knowledge in
Earth system science, geology, environmental science and management, geoscience education,
and geography, as well as underlying foundational and interdisciplinary sciences,
including physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics, to succeed in professional
careers related to their degree programs or in associated graduate programs.
Students will demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills that will
enable them to succeed at presenting and publishing scientific data and reports.
Our students will develop skills to critically evaluate scientific questions and address
those questions using logical, laboratory, geospatial, and other creative approaches.
Our students will graduate with knowledge of the relevant agencies (e.g., EPA, BLM,
USGS, UGS, etc.) and the associated laws and regulations relevant to their fields
of study.
Our students will graduate with sufficient knowledge of the breadth of career opportunities
available to them to obtain career satisfaction. Additionally, they will know the
primary responsibilities and expectations of them within their chosen professional
track such that they are successful in the eyes of their employer(s).
A.A.S. in Engineering Design Technology
Program Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge of structural steel design and the AISC Standards.
Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical design and engineering reference materials (Machinery’s
Handbook).
Demonstrate knowledge of architectural design, building codes, and construction methods
and materials.
Demonstrate knowledge of electrical design and the basic concepts of electricity and
electronics.
Demonstrate knowledge of civil design and related construction methods and materials.
Demonstrate knowledge of surveying, surveying equipment, technology, and procedures.
Demonstrate knowledge of algebra, trigonometry, plane and solid geometry, statics,
and strength of materials.
Combine cross-disciplinary knowledge to solve predictable and unpredictable engineering
design problems while utilizing the latest technologies available.
Create quality, industry-level design drawings for the various design disciplines.
Use industry-standard design software when producing design drawings.
Cultivate an elevated commitment to work ethic, quality, productivity, and service.
A.S. in Engineering & Design Technology
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates will be proficient in five major industrial areas of design and drafting.
Graduates will be conversant in the subject matter of all drafting disciplines at
a 75% or higher level as demonstrated by oral presentation and display of samples
of work completed while in the EGDT program.
Generate floor plans, elevations, sections, details, and 3D views from a 3D architectural
model.
Create Building Information Models (BIM) for specific architectural projects in a
residential context.
Demonstrate knowledge of architectural design, building codes, and construction methods
and materials.
Organizebuilding codes and accessibility ADA requirements related to residential design and construction.
Explain the vocabulary of various building materials and their specific uses.
Define the traditional foundation and framing methods of building projects.
Explain a number of different roof structures and the proper detailing of these elements.
Combine cross-disciplinary knowledge to solve predictable and unpredictable engineering
design problems while utilizing the latest technologies available.
Describe various door and window types and produce drawings with appropriate and clear
detailing.
Demonstrate the principles of masonry construction and detailing.
Cultivate an elevated commitment to work ethic, quality, productivity, and service.
Mechanical Design Technology Certificate
Program Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical design and engineering reference materials (Machinery’s
Handbook).
Create quality, industry-level design drawings for the design discipline.
Structural Design Technology Certificate
Program Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge of structural steel detailing/design and the AISC Standards.
Create quality, industry-level design drawings for the design discipline.
Use industry-standard design software when producing design drawings.
B.S. in Surveying & Mapping, A.S. in Surveying & Mapping
Program Learning Outcomes
Demonstrated critical thinking ability in performing surveying, mapping, or civil
design duties and responsibilities at a professionally competent level and communicating
technical information effectively in a professional team environment.
Exercised prudent ethical judgment in professional decisions while protecting the
land rights, title, and interest of the public.
Advanced professionally by being given more responsibilities or having successfully
completed a graduate-level degree.
Demonstrated professional development through continuing education or earning certifications
or professional licensure.
Served in their professional organizations and/or local communities.
A.A.S. in Surveying Technology, Surveying Technology Certificate
Program Learning Outcomes
Implement the principles and practices of the professional land surveyor.
Integrate the professional's role and responsibilities of protecting the land rights,
title, and interest of the public.
Perform all common land surveys using professionally acceptable metrology and geodesy
principles and practices.
Create maps using professionally acceptable drafting, design, and cartographic principles
and practices.
Develop prudent ethical judgment and critical thinking skills in making professional
decisions.
