success stories
“Before I had taken SCC’s drafting class, I
could have never imagined myself working in
the architectural field. This was an opportunity
that has changed my life forever."
Timothy D., current SCC student
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“I’m glad I completed the program at SCC, I
especially enjoyed the excellent instructors."
Eileen M., SCC alumnus
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“SCC has a better program than other colleges because more is taught about producing
architectural plans and construction details,
rather than just AutoCAD.”
Barbara G., SCC alumnus
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“SCC’s Architectural Technology/CAD program has obviously left a very positive make
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John B. Scholz,
President, John B. Scholz Archtiect, Inc.
“I was offered the job at FM Group Inc. only a
day or two after coming in for the interview.
SCC has helped me attain this position and I
really can’t thank you enough for that.”
Alex T., SCC alumnus
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Myron Brower
Division Chair &
Program Director
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@sccmail.maricopa.edu
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Michael Kuzmik CAD faculty
480.423.6293
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Anne Mello, Division Secretary
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Classes are popular, so register early.
Contact Myron Brower or Michael Kuzmik if
you wish to register for a closed class.
SCC and the Maricopa Community Colleges
are EEO/AA institutions.
progr am overview
career
As a successful graduate, you will immediately
begin to contribute to the work environment in
meaningful ways. You will also take with you the
skills and knowledge base to support continued
learning with minimal supervision.
Successfully completing the Associate of Applied
Science (AAS) Degree or Certificate options
prepares graduates for entry-level drafting
positions in a variety of work environments
including architectural firms, interior design
studios, consultant engineering, landscape
architecture, construction and development, and
government offices.
Core classes
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Manual Drafting
Architectural CAD
International Building Code (IBC)
Methods of Construction
Print Reading
Construction Details
AN OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN:
• Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)
• Manual Drafting
• Construction Techniques and Theory
• Professional Skills and Attitudes
• Professional Offices Procedures
Whether you have a specific interest in
architectural drafting or a general interest
in Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), SCC’s
Architectural Technology / CAD Program will
serve your needs.
PREPARE FOR DRAFTING JOBS IN:
• Architectural Offices
• Interior Design Offices
• Consulting Engineering Offices
· Structural Engineering
· Electrical Engineering
· Mechanical Engineering
· Civil Engineering
While some students have previous experience,
prerequisites are not required. Instruction
begins with basic skill development and
gradually shifts to the informational aspects
required to complete essential components of
working drawings including plan, elevation, and
sectional views.
You may also pick and choose CAD, manual
drafting, print reading, construction, or codes
classes to enhance your specific job skills or lay
the ground work for further architectural studies.
• Landscape Architect Office
• Building and Development Firms
• Government Offices
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what you can expect
Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) using
AutoCAD software provides the graphic base
for a program core focused on delivering
technical and informational skills required for
entry-level production work in architecture
and related industries. Lessons are realworld based, incorporating typical design
industry conventions, code requirements,
local construction methods, and the problemsolving skills typically required for success.
You will build knowledge and skills by working
from given preliminary designs through a
series of tightly integrated assignments and
classes which address the development
of professional quality residential and
commercial working drawings.
Residential faculty are registered architects
who conduct classes in an office-like
atmosphere designed to simulate the
professional workplace.