Architectural Technology AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 2
Last Re-Certification Date: 7/16/2025
Program Description
Graduates of the program can seek employment in architecture and building design-related firms as entry-level designers or in architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms as entry-level computer aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) technicians or transfer their credits to a bachelors degree program giving a student the opportunity to continue their education. Students pursuing the Design Option can also transfer to an architecture program offering a bachelors degree giving a student the opportunity to pursue an architectural license. The Associate in Applied Science in Architectural Technology provides students with the opportunity to study the ideas, methods, and processes by which architecture is conceptualized, designed, and built. The curriculum focuses on the latest building delivery processes and software, as well as the design process and communication methods.
The AAS degree has two options students can pursue based on their educational and professional goals. The Technology Option focuses on the specific software and workflows used in the building delivery process, specifically computer aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM), and the Design Option focuses on the principles of architectural design and the methods used to communicate them to clients and stakeholders.
Established in 2025
CIP: 04-0901 Architectural Technology/Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
McHenry County College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Management Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- IBHE
Education Information
Associates Degree, Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Employment)
80 Weeks ( 180.00 Hours / 60.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $7,290.00 |
| Books | $1,253.00 |
| Fees | $1,340.00 |
| Tests | $0.00 |
| Total Cost | $9,883.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
WIOA students should first email the MCC WIOA Liaison at wioatraining@mchenry.edu. They will support the client through the application process. All students are accepted - there are no specific requirements for entry.
Entry Requirements:
- Math - MCC math placement test - Alexs
- Reading - MCC math placement test - Accuplacer
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
Performance Data
Program: Architectural Technology AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 2
Last Re-Certification Date: 7/16/2025
Program Description
Graduates of the program can seek employment in architecture and building design-related firms as entry-level designers or in architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms as entry-level computer aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) technicians or transfer their credits to a bachelors degree program giving a student the opportunity to continue their education. Students pursuing the Design Option can also transfer to an architecture program offering a bachelors degree giving a student the opportunity to pursue an architectural license. The Associate in Applied Science in Architectural Technology provides students with the opportunity to study the ideas, methods, and processes by which architecture is conceptualized, designed, and built. The curriculum focuses on the latest building delivery processes and software, as well as the design process and communication methods.
The AAS degree has two options students can pursue based on their educational and professional goals. The Technology Option focuses on the specific software and workflows used in the building delivery process, specifically computer aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM), and the Design Option focuses on the principles of architectural design and the methods used to communicate them to clients and stakeholders.
Established in 2025
CIP: 04-0901 Architectural Technology/Technician.
Provider Information
McHenry County College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Management Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- IBHE
Education Information
Associates Degree, Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Employment)
80 Weeks ( 180.00 Hours / 60.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $7,290.00 |
| Books | $1,253.00 |
| Fees | $1,340.00 |
| Tests | $0.00 |
| Total Cost | $9,883.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
WIOA students should first email the MCC WIOA Liaison at wioatraining@mchenry.edu. They will support the client through the application process. All students are accepted - there are no specific requirements for entry.
Entry Requirements:
- Math - MCC math placement test - Alexs
- Reading - MCC math placement test - Accuplacer
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs