Cuesta College
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Cuesta College

Cuesta College

Cuesta College empowers students to imagine and achieve brighter futures through high-quality education, personalized support, and a welcoming community.

CA-1, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA

About Cuesta College

The Architectural Technology program at Cuesta College prepares individuals for careers in the architectural profession and its related design and technical fields. It offers students a solid foundation to transfer to four-year university professional bachelor's degree programs, such as Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, or to enter the workforce directly. The program emphasizes the art and science of designing buildings and the built environment, covering concepts from small additions to city planning. Students develop skills in architectural design theory and practice, design communication for project delivery, and the application of structural and heavy construction principles. The curriculum integrates traditional practices with current technology, focusing on marketable competence in various building design skills. It also addresses the application of building codes, life safety, and the integration of mechanical systems. Analysis of construction materials, job management, scheduling, specifications, and contract documents are covered, providing comprehensive preparation for the profession.
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Architectural Technology
Associate in Science

The architecture program at Cuesta College prepares individuals for challenging careers in the architectural profession and its related design and technical fields. The program offers students a strong foundation for transferring to upper-division studies in baccalaureate professional degree programs or entering directly into the workforce.

2 Years
English
Approximately $10,000 per year.
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Cuesta College is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The college's accreditation was reaffirmed on January 13, 2021, and its Midterm Report was accepted on January 8-9, 2025. The Architectural Technology program is an affiliated member of the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA).
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Cuesta College is Cuesta College empowers students to imagine and achieve brighter futures through high-quality education, personalized support, and a welcoming community.

Cuesta College provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Architectural Technology.

Cuesta College is situated in San Luis Obispo, United States, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

Yes, Cuesta College holds accreditations from: Cuesta College is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The college's accreditation was reaffirmed on January 13, 2021, and its Midterm Report was accepted on January 8-9, 2025. The Architectural Technology program is an affiliated member of the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA)..