FAQ’s

Do I need a college degree to enter the Design/Construction field?

In order to become licensed in the fields of Architecture, Contracting, Engineering or Interior Design you must have a College degree. The level of degree varies with the field of study. All can start at HCC. HCC Architecture students can now transfer into a four-year degreed program at USF – leading to a Masters in Architecture degree.

Are there jobs available in these fields?

Yes, the construction industry is looking for motivated and educated people in all fields of study, most of our students have job offers before they graduate.

How do I learn more?

Click on this link to get a PDF document with more information and samples of student work.

 PDF on Programs in Architecture and Building Construction

I have more questions, whom do I contact?

You can E-mail Professor Michael Schnurr at mschnurr@hccfl.edu or call him at (813) 253 -7421.

 

Ms. Donna Gillis
Architectural Design & Building Construction Technology Professor
A.S, B.S., M.A., University of South Florida
Phone Number: 253-7422
E-mail: dgillis@hccfl.edu
Office Location: DTEC 141

Mr. Michael Schnurr
Architectural Design & Building Construction Technology Professor
B.S., M.A., University of Illinois
Phone Number: 253-7421
E-mail: mschnurr@hccfl.edu
Office Location: DTEC 140

Mr. Joseph W. Tisdale, AAIA
Architectural Design & Building Construction Technology Professor
Bach. of Design, University of Florida
Master of Arch., University of California, Berkeley
Phone Number: 259-6331
E-mail: jtisdale@hccfl.edu
Office Location: DTEC 133