Degree Programs

A.A. Architecture

This program leads to the Associate of Arts degree in Architecture. It prepares students for transfer to professional schools of architecture. The primary goals of the program are to provide students with the fundamental professional knowledge and technical skills needed to compete in the challenging and rewarding career of architecture, and to foster the development of each student's creative capacities, reflecting an integrated understanding of the multi-faceted factors influencing design decisions.

A.A. Interior Design

This program leads to the Associate in Arts degree in Interior Design, with graduates prepared to transfer to baccalaureate institutions. However, after graduation from the Community College of Philadelphia, students may choose to enter the work force as junior or assistant designers, or as materials librarians.

The primary goal of the program is to teach students to be imaginative, responsible and knowledgeable interior designers. Within the context of the multi-disciplinary learning environment of the Architecture, Design and Construction Department students develop, explore and apply the broad intellectual, visual and graphic capacities required to compete successfully in the challenging and rewarding field of interior design.

A.A.S. Construction Management

This program prepares students for a variety of careers in the construction industry and related fields, such as estimators, project managers and schedulers, surveyors, specifiers, quality control supervisors, materials testers, construction materials and equipment salespersons, owners’ representatives and site inspectors. Individuals interested in developing small independent construction contracting businesses will also find this program useful toward achieving that goal. Although designed for career preparation, it also can serve students interested in continuing their studies leading to a bachelor’s degree. Courses within this program utilize the latest industry-standard computer software for project scheduling, construction cost estimation, and contract and specification writing.

A.A.S. Facilities Management- Construction Option

Our Facility Management program will teach you about the sophistication and intricacy of modern building complexes, grounds and systems. You will learn about finance, real estate, planning, design, construction and operations of buildings, in addition to having the knowledge you need to work in various settings, including: health care systems, colleges and universities, pharmaceutical research companies, and government and civic institutions. The Construction option focuses on building systems, construction processes, operational issues and complex challenges that occur during building construction.

A.A.S. Facilities Management- Design Option

Our Facility Management program will teach you about the sophistication and intricacy of modern building complexes, grounds and systems. You will learn about finance, real estate, planning, design, construction and operations of buildings, in addition to having the knowledge you need to work in various settings, including: health care systems, colleges and universities, pharmaceutical research companies, and government and civic institutions. The Design option focuses on the design of buildings, new or renovated, as a means to create a positive image and enhance employee effectiveness and satisfaction. In this option, you will take courses in architecture, design, drawing and presentation.

Certificate Programs

Architectural Visualization Proficiency Certificate

This certificate prepares students interested in the field of computer-assisted design technology, current workers desiring more training, and those with a background in related technical fields for careers as architectural visualization (AV) specialists. Entry-level AV specialists assist design professionals in the architecture, engineering and construction fields in translating ideas, sketches and technical information into complex three-dimensional digital models that often employ animation. Students taking this certificate will build both the technical competencies and the strong collaboration skills needed to work in today’s professional AV environments.