Printed : 08 / 12 / 2021
Program Code 106141
Careers in architectural technology allow you to pursue your passion for designing , drawing , creating , and problem solving . As an Architectural Technology graduate , you ' ll be prepared to work in many �elds related to architecture and construction . Careers include architectural technician , building information modeling specialist , building materials salesperson , building systems design technician , shop drawing draftsperson , structural draftsperson , and residential designer or estimator . With additional education and / or work experience , you may become an architect , building inspector , commercial or industrial estimator , structural engineer , speci�cation writer , or project manager .
Curriculum : Students following the study plan below will complete the Architectural Technology associate degree in the number of semesters shown .
First Semester
10-614-210 Arch Principles 10-614-216 BIM Architectural 1 10-890-101 College 101 10-614-217 Architectural Print Reading 10-614-222 CAD Architectural 10-614-214 Building Sustainability 1 10-801-136 English Composition 1 Semester Total
4 2 1 1 2 1 3 14
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Second Semester |
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FT Median Annual Wage |
With 63 % Employed in Field |
10-614-231 BIM Architectural 2 10-614-232 Structural Residential 10-614-213 Bldg Materials 10-614-219 Architectural Residential 10-804-113 College Technical Math 1A Semester Total |
2 2 2 4 3 13 |
This program is offered at : Green Bay � |
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Summer Before Third Semester
10-614-215 Architectural Internship 10-809-172 Intro to Diversity Studies Semester Total
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1 3 4 |
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Third Semester |
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Completed application . High school transcript or equivalent . ( For a list of equivalents , go to www . nwtc . edu / gettingstarted .)
To be admitted to this program , learners must achieve a prior cumulative high school or college grade point average of 2.6 or higher OR a satisfactory academic skills assessment score . College grade point average must be based on 15 credits or more . To learn more about starting this program , please contact an academic advisor at ( 920 ) 498-5444 or ( 888 ) 385-6982 .
Pro�ciency with Word , Excel , PowerPoint , Windows and the Internet .
Develop architectural drawings for commercial buildings using steel , concrete , and masonry . Develop residential drawings to meet code and client criteria . Perform technical calculations and produce drawings for mechanical , electrical , and plumbing systems .
10-614-218 BIM Structural 10-614-220 BIM HVAC 10-804-114 College Technical Math 1B 10-801-197 Technical Reporting 10-614-250 Architectural Comm Studio 1 10-614-221 BIM Plumbing 10-614-228 Structural Analysis Semester Total
Fourth Semester
10-614-223 Building Sustainability 2 10-614-224 BIM Electrical 10-614-225 Building Estimating 10-801-196 Oral / Interpersonal Comm 10-614-226 Architectural Comm Studio 2 10-614-227 BIM Coordination 10-809-198 Intro to Psychology Semester Total
Total Credits
2 1 2 3 4 1 3 16
1 1 3 3 4 1 3 16
63
Produce structural drawings and details for residential and commercial buildings . Explain the design and construction process . Speak and write effectively about architectural facts and ideas . Communicate architectural ideas graphically utilizing sketching techniques . Display a positive attitude toward the profession .
Curriculum Note : The credit for 10-890-101 , College 101 is an Institutional Requirement for graduation . Consequently , it is not part of the program requirements , but must be passed with a C .
Students must earn a grade of " C " or better in English Composition 1 to enroll in Technical Reporting .
Apply mathematical principles , codes , manufacturers ' standards , tables , and technical manuals in the design and production of construction documents .
Evaluate structural elements using the principles of statics and the strength of materials .
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