THE PROGRAM
CURRICULUM
Our curriculum is structured into three progressive tracks, each designed to meet you where you are in your design career. Explore the categories below to see what you’ll learn.
Foundation
Prepare for entry-level positions in the building design industry
- Design Thinking & Methods
- Architectural Programming
- Space Planning
- Site & Environmental Strategy
- Building Systems & Assemblies (SMEP)
- Materials & Performance
- Construction Documentation & Detailing
- Code Compliance
- Digital Modeling & Production
- Visual & Client Communication
- Project Administration & Coordination
- Practice Operations
- Regulatory Process
- Entry-to-Practice Transition
Professional Bootcamp
Supplemental skills for academic degree holders
- Construction Documentation & Detailing
- Code Compliance
- Digital Modeling & Production (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp)
- Visual & Client Communication
- Project Administration & Coordination
- Practice Operations
- Regulatory Process
- Entry-to-Practice Transition
- Licensure & Career Pathways
Professional Advancement
For post-employment career growth
- Small Residential Design Project (Single Family Residence)
- Small Commercial Design Project (Restaurant)
- Large Residential / Institutional Project (Elderly Care Facility)
- Large Commercial Design Project (Customized)
- Sustainability
- Structure
- Design History & Futures
- Historic Preservation
- Interior Design: Color, Textiles, Finishes
- Lighting, Kitchen & Bath Design
- Universal Design
- NCARB / ARE (Architect Registration)
- NCIDQ (Interior Design Certification)
- LEED Accreditation
- WELL Certification
CONTACT
Feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions about the program or would like an initial consultation. Links to the foundation curriculum videos are available on request.