This program is designed to provide graduates with a comprehensive architectural education combining an understanding of the philosophy of building design with an applied technical knowledge of construction systems and materials acquired in a technically oriented studio structure. A variety of graphic tools and techniques is explored in the studios including freehand drawing, computer-aided drafting, physical models, virtual computer models, and computer imaging. Software as Adobe Photoshop, AutoCAD, and 3D Studio Viz are used throughout the program. Students are exposed to a wide range of software programs, graphic communication techniques, and problem solving skills.
The program will place graduates in the architectural profession as advanced technicians and intern architects.
A laptop computer is required for students entering the architectural technology program. Laptop specifications are available.
Required
Math A & B (algebra, geometry, and trigonometry), SAT and/or ACT scores with a recommended combined SAT score of 1000 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of 21. Please note that a portfolio review, a minimum GPA of 2.5 in program courses, and a minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.5 is required of all continuing and transfer students before entering the junior level studio course at Alfred State.
Recommended
Physics
Portfolio Review
All transfer students applying for entrance into the BS program must submit a portfolio.
Portfolio must include six (6) to eight (8) examples of the student's best work. Examples should be copies (not originals) of design work including any work in the two- or three-dimensional visual arts done in academic settings, practice, or as personal work. All work must include the name of applicant, date of work, and an indication of whether the work was an academic, professional, or personal project. If the item is part of a group effort, the specific role of the applicant should be included.
All portfolio material must be bound. Portfolio overall size must not be more than 10"x12" ( 25cm x 30cm) and 1" (2.5cm) thick. The applicant's name must be clearly visible on the binding. The use of slides is discouraged.
The portfolio should be submitted by mail in a padded envelope to:
Admissions Office
Alfred State College
10 Upper College Drive
Alfred, NY 14802
The department will keep portfolio materials unless a prepaid, self-addressed return envelope is mailed with the applicant's portfolio. Portfolios held by the department will be discarded if not retrieved by the applicant in one semester.
Alfred State College is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, 3624 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19104, (215) 662-5606
The Department of Computer Imaging and Architectural Engineering Technology offers all students in the department use of extensive laboratory facilities that enhance each student's learning experience as it relates to his/her chosen program.
Architecture Studios
Junior and senior baccalaureate-level students have access 24 hours per day to three studios. These rooms in the Engineering Technology building contain 15 advanced computer visualization workstations. Peripheral devices such as scanners, digital cameras, and large format color plotters are readily available. All entering students in both architecture and interior design programs are required to purchase a laptop computer. The laptop will enable students to have access to architectural software via the wireless network on campus such as Autocad, 3D Studio Viz, and Adobe Photoshop.
Computer Art and Design Computing Laboratories, 2D and 3D Processes Laboratories
Two highly sophisticated computer labs provide industry standard capability in 2D graphics, Web design, interactive multimedia, 2D animation, and TV/film quality 3D animation; two art and design labs provide production space for associated traditional creative studies in drawing, color theory, 3D form theory, and aesthetics.
Articulation agreements for this program are in place with:
Successfully complete all courses in the prescribed eight-semester program and earn a minimum cumulative index of 2.0, which is equivalent to a "C" average. As part of the graduation requirements for bachelor of science in architectural technology, students must complete a portfolio according to the following guidelines:
Evaluation Criteria
Work in student portfolios should demonstrate:
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All transfer students applying for entrance into the BS program must submit a portfolio.
Portfolio must include six (6) to eight (8) examples of the student's best work. Examples should be copies (not originals) of design work including any work in the two- or three-dimensional visual arts done in academic settings, practice, or as personal work. All work must include the name of applicant, date of work, and an indication of whether the work was an academic, professional, or personal project. If the item is part of a group effort, the specific role of the applicant should be included. All portfolio material must be bound. Portfolio overall size must not be more than 10"x12" ( 25cm x 30cm) and 1" (2.5cm) thick. The applicant's name must be clearly visible on the binding. The use of slides is discouraged. The portfolio should be submitted by mail in a padded envelope to:
Admissions Office
Alfred State College
10 Upper College Drive
Alfred, NY 14802
The department will keep portfolio materials unless a prepaid, self-addressed return envelope is mailed with the applicant's portfolio. Portfolios held by the department will be discarded if not retrieved by the applicant in one semester.
| First Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| COMP | 1503 | Freshman Composition | 3 |
| CIAT | 1023 | Construction Materials & Applications | 3 |
| MATH | 1054 | Precalculus | 4 |
| CIAT | 1184 | Architectural Graphics | 4 |
| CIAT | 1303 | Architectural History I | 3 |
| 17 |
|||
| Second Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| CIAT | 2201 | Arch Computer Graphics Appl | 1 |
| LITR | 2603 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| PHYS | 1024 | General Physics I | 4 |
| MATH | 1063 | Technical Calculus I | 3 |
| CIAT | 2394 | Arch Communications | 4 |
| CIAT | 2123 | Mechanical Systems | 3 |
| 18 |
|||
| Third Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| SOCI | 1163 | General Sociology | 3 |
| xxx3 | Gen Ed Elective/History of Western Civilization | 3 | |
| PHYS | 2023 | General Physics II | 3 |
| CIAT | 3104 | Arch Design Methods | 4 |
| CIAT | 3304 | Commercial Buildings | 4 |
| 17 |
|||
| Fourth Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| SPCH | 1083 | Effective Speaking | 3 |
| CIAT | 4003 | Professional Practices | 3 |
| CIAT | 4403 | Adv Arch Comp Graphics | 3 |
| CIVL | 4104 | Structural Design |
4 |
| CIAT | 4303 | Architectural Problems | 4 |
| 17 |
|||
Entry level of student into math and composition/literature sequences is a function of student's high school preparation and mathematics and English placement examinations.
Math through Technical Calculus I must be completed. Students who start at a higher level of math must meet all SUNY general education and campus liberal arts and sciences course credit requirements for graduation.
Minimum of "C" is required for CIAT 1184, CIAT 2394, CIAT 3104, and CIAT 4304.
| Fifth Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| SOCI | 5213 | Sci, Tech, & Society | 3 |
| xxx3 |
Gen Ed Elective/Other World Civ |
3 |
|
| CIAT | 5306 | Studio 1* | 6 |
| CIAT | 5303 | Architectural History II | 3 |
| 15 |
|||
| Sixth Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| MATH | 1123 | Statistics I | 3 |
| CHEM | 5013 | Applied Chem Principles | 3 |
| CIAT | 6306 | Studio 2 | 6 |
| CIAT | 5503 | Sustainable Building Design | 3 |
| 15 | |||
| Seventh Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| COMP | 5703 | Technical Writing II | 3 |
| MATH | 7113 | Economic Analysis | 3 |
| CIAT | 7306 | Studio 3 | 6 |
| xxx3 | Gen Ed Elective/American History | 3 | |
| CIAT | 5900 | Studio Thesis Research | 1 |
| 16 | |||
| Eighth Semester | credits | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| xxx3 | Ge Ed Elective/Foreign Language |
3 | |
| SPCH | 5083 | Communication in the Workplace |
3 |
| CIAT | 8306 | Studio IV |
6 |
| CIVL | 5213 | Foundation & Concrete Construction | 3 |
| 1 | |||
* Minimum combined GPA of 3.0 is required in Alfred State College studio courses (CIAT 1184, CIAT 2394, CIAT 3104, and CIAT 4304) or comparable courses at another institution to guarantee admission into CIAT 5306 - Studio I. A portfolio review is required of all continuing or transfer students not meeting this requirement.
Students must complete at least one course from each of the 10 SUNY General Education Silos.
Minimum of "C" is required for CIAT 5306, CIAT 6306, CIAT 7306 and CIAT 8306.
Also required: One unit of Physical Education.