Welcome to Architecture

What you will EXPERIENCE in ARCHITECTURE at Benson Tech

Design and Documentation

• Learn the design process used by Architects and other design professionals.
• Learn the required documentation for a set of plans for approval by local government agencies. Includes site plans, floor plans, elevations, detailed sections.
• You are introduced to construction terminology and techniques.

Computer Software Used in the Industry

• AutoCAD — Used by millions of people in Architecture and Engineering world-wide.
• Revit – A program used to create a 3D model and construction document for a building design.
• Sketch-Up – A modeling program used to create presentation drawings for clients. You can download a free version of the program at www.sketchup.com

Sketching and Rendering Techniques

• Although a lot of work is done of the computer these days, there are times when a computer is not available while working with clients, out in the field or when an idea spontaneously comes to mind.

Team Projects and Presentations

• No one in Architecture works alone. Every project you see under construction was designed by a team of professionals working together.
• You will work on short and long term projects including the Benson House which could to be constructed by Benson’s Building Construction Major.

Making Connections & Practical Experience

• Introduction to industry professionals through guest lectures, field trips and design critics.
• You will have an opportunity to work with the design professionals assigned to the Benson Remodel project.

College Credit

• You can earn between 12 to 20 credit hours from Portland Community College which can be transferred to a PCC program, other colleges and many Oregon universities.