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Certificate of Completion
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This multi-level certificate program prepares students to enter the field of architecture and related areas. The student is provided with an option of direct employment in the field or preparation for transfer to the professional school of architecture. The Level 1 certificate provides a broad overview of the fundamental skills essential to the field, suitable for entry-level employment as an office assistant.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Students will be prepared to enter into apprenticeship programs.
- Students will be employed or actively seeking employment in the field or a related field.
- Students will demonstrate job readiness skills.
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Higher Education, Higher Income:
This award offers multiple levels. Completion of all levels can lead to higher pay.
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Cost Estimators
SOC Career Code: 13-1051.00Prepare cost estimates for product manufacturing, construction projects, or services to aid management in bidding on or determining price of product or service. May specialize according to particular service performed or type of product manufactured.
Typical Hourly Salary$29.80The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$81,620.02Annual Job Openings2,522Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Sustainability Specialists
Sustainability Specialists
SOC Career Code: 13-1199.05Address organizational sustainability issues, such as waste stream management, green building practices, and green procurement plans.
Typical Hourly Salary$28.68The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$83,041.02Annual Job Openings17,428Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Architects
Architects
SOC Career Code: 17-1011.00Plan and design structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structural property.
Typical Hourly Salary$34.52The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$93,800.08Annual Job Openings1,488Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Landscape Architects
Landscape Architects
SOC Career Code: 17-1012.00Plan and design land areas for projects such as parks and other recreational facilities, airports, highways, hospitals, schools, land subdivisions, and commercial, industrial, and residential sites.
Typical Hourly Salary$28.27The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$82,528.33Annual Job Openings344Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Architectural and Civil Drafters
Architectural and Civil Drafters
SOC Career Code: 17-3011.00Prepare detailed drawings of architectural and structural features of buildings or drawings and topographical relief maps used in civil engineering projects, such as highways, bridges, and public works. Use knowledge of building materials, engineering practices, and mathematics to complete drawings.
Typical Hourly Salary$27.85The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$67,508.53Annual Job Openings1,404Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers
Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers
SOC Career Code: 47-1011.00Directly supervise and coordinate activities of construction or extraction workers.
Typical Hourly Salary$32.51The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$86,693.33Annual Job Openings8,257Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Construction and Building Inspectors
Construction and Building Inspectors
SOC Career Code: 47-4011.00Inspect structures using engineering skills to determine structural soundness and compliance with specifications, building codes, and other regulations. Inspections may be general in nature or may be limited to a specific area, such as electrical systems or plumbing.
Typical Hourly Salary$31.36The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$92,061.70Annual Job Openings1,929Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
Historical Wages - Energy Auditors
Energy Auditors
SOC Career Code: 47-4011.01Conduct energy audits of buildings, building systems, or process systems. May also conduct investment grade audits of buildings or systems.
Typical Hourly Salary$31.36The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SACTop Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$92,061.70Annual Job Openings1,929Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC
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