Program Description
Vermont State University’s Associate of Applied Science in Architectural & Building Engineering program offers exciting and challenging classes on how to plan, shape, and maintain the structures in the world around us. Students gain the fundamental skills of architectural and engineering drafting, including instruction in CAD systems, along with a foundation in science, mathematics, and technical writing. Practical projects involve laboratory testing and field observation of construction.
Graduates of this program are prepared for a wide range of careers working with architects and engineers, contractors, project managers, drafters, and surveyors.
Graduates of the program are also prepared to advance to bachelor’s degree programs in architecture or construction management to further enhance their abilities to effect positive change in the world.
The program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET - http://www.abet.org
Program Outcomes
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Apply knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve well-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
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Design solutions for well-defined technical problems and assist with the engineering design of systems, components, or processes appropriate to the discipline.
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Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in well-defined technical and nontechnical environments.
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Identify and use appropriate technical literature
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Conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and analyze and interpret results.
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Function effectively as a member of a technical team.
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