Program Overview
Architecture students enjoy creative problem solving, drawing, digital designs and collaboration related to the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry as well as the history and practice of architecture. Students are willing to take challenging classes, receive critique to expand their vision, be flexible to work outside of their comfort zone, and willing to create meticulously crafted projects.
We utilize traditional analog and current state of the art digital technologies to provide students with the foundational skills necessary to enter the workforce or successfully transfer to a 4-year college or university.
Career Opportunities
Our students learn marketable skills with gainful employment opportunities and many of our students are currently working in the industry. We have built relationships with several architectural firms, and they consistently reach out to us when they need to hire new staff. We are continuing to establish and maintain those connections within the profession and the following are just a sampling of AEC firms who consistently hire our students:
- Architectural Nexus
- CSRA
- Galloway Architects (Formerly JRCA Architects)
- GSBS Architects
- Hughes Construction
- JZW Architects
- Layton Construction
- Naylor Wentworth Lund Architects
- ProScale Drafting
- Urban Legend Studios
- VCBO Architecture
- Walker Home Design
What You Will Learn
- Demonstrate abstract thinking and creative problem-solving through the iterative design process.
- Communicate architectural ideas in graphic and written form.
- Apply knowledge of history of architecture and relevant precedents.
- Present architectural ideas, concepts and designs verbally.
- Generate, receive, understand, and respond to critical design feedback.
- Reflect on the iterative design process.
- Demonstrate high level of craft in the production of architectural presentation artifacts.
Transfer Pathway
The Architecture program assists students in preparation for a transfer to a 4-year university or career in the broad field of AEC with our AS degree. The degree has been specifically designed to be an integral part of the Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and is transferable to the University of Utah through an articulation agreement with the School of Architecture. Students who plan to transfer to the University of Utah should make contact with the School of Architecture Department early in their program.
Students entering SLCC or the U of U have the opportunity to complete the same program in the same number of years. Students begin with Design Foundations, three courses combining thinking and doing with seeing and representing. Simultaneously, students take a broad range of courses including learning about the history and practice of design, the social and ecological impact of the built environment, and getting first-hand experience with industry design tools creating opportunities for students to be hired within the field during school.
Estimated Cost
- Tuition and Fees
- Supplies: $800
There are currently no Course Fees in the SLCC Architecture program. There are also no Admissions Requirements. If you are admitted to SLCC, you can begin taking classes in the Architecture department.
Career Outlook
Some careers shown require further education beyond this program.
Additional Information
Licensure Information
The Architecture AS program alone does not lead to professional licensure. This program prepares students for application and transfer to other programs of study that could eventually lead to professional licensure. Professional licensure requirements vary from state-to-state. You can view additional information about state licensure requirements on our Professional Licensure webpage.
We offer no Specialized Accreditation at this time.