Online Associate Engineering/Architecture Degrees

Coursework for architecture associate degrees varies by school. Take a look at typical requirements in web-based programs:

• Architectural drafting and computer-aided design
• Building codes
• Commercial building materials
• Construction methods
• Cost estimating

While the education for fully licensed architects requires six years of formal training and the fulfillment of examination requirements, an associate degree in architecture can get you started in the field. Graduates can seek entry-level positions, using CAD technology to work with architects, civil engineers and other technicians. Graduates may additionally go on to complete a professional architecture degree and licensure requirements while working in the field with their associate degree credentials.

Two-year associate programs accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology generally feature at least college algebra and trigonometry and one or two basic science courses, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Concentrations in engineering associate degree programs can be found in a wide range of subjects, including avionics and aeronautical, electronics, recording and mechanical subjects.

The BLS notes that a two-year associate degree in engineering technology or similar postsecondary training is preferred by many employers seeking engineering technicians. The BLS lists several related opportunities for technicians, for example:

• Aerospace engineering
• Civil engineering
• Electrical and electronic engineering
• Electro-mechanical
• Environmental engineering
• Industrial engineering
• Mechanical engineering

Both architecture and engineering degrees online are built to prepare students for a broad range of technical pursuits or for ongoing education.