AA/AS in Architectural Sciences and Technology

Southwestern College offers architecture coursework at its Chula Vista campus for students who want to enter the field of building design. The curriculum treats design as a blend of creative thinking and technical knowledge, drawing on subjects such as mathematics, physics, graphics, engineering, and architectural history. Students can choose between a transfer-preparation track, which readies them for further study toward a professional credential, and a career-focused architecture technology option aimed at entry-level technical work. A certificate is also available for those who want a shorter credential. Beyond drawing and construction topics, the program encourages learners to consider how people shape their surroundings and how resources are managed when something is built. Prospective students can reach the admissions office at the Chula Vista campus to ask about enrolling. Each department also lists a student success coach and a department chair who handle questions about coursework and policies.