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Architectural Technology - Associate Degree

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 fields 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 residential estimator , structural engineer , specification writer , or project manager .

Delivery

Day Full-time Online : Some online courses may require logging on at a specific time each week . Part-time

Explore Locations

This program is offered at :

Green Bay

Program Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition : $ 10,455 , Books : $ 434 , Supplies : $ 2,775 Total Approximate Costs $ 13,664

This program is eligible for financial aid . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college )

Estimates based on in-state residency . Learn more about tuition and fees . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees )

Requirements for Program Entry

Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply . Submit the following to transcripts @ nwtc . edu : • High school transcript ( or GED / HSED transcript ). • College transcript . If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6 , complete or submit a placement evaluation .

Tip ! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step . Have questions ? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc . edu or 920-498-5444 .

Program Outcomes

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 . 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 .

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 . Choose appropriate materials for use in building construction . Estimate materials required for construction . Operate computer based technologies currently used to prepare basic presentation drawings , and construction documents . Apply sustainable principles to building construction . Explain how loads are distributed and transferred through the structure of a building .

Curriculum

Students following the study plan below will complete the Architectural Technology associate degree in the number of semesters shown .

First Semester 8 Week 1 10614210 - Arch Principles 4 10890101 - College 101 1 10614222 - CAD Architectural 2

Semester Total 14

Second Semester 8 Week 1 10614231 - BIM Architectural 2 2 10614232 - Structural Residential 2 10614213 - Bldg Materials 2

Semester Total 13

Semester Total 4

Semester Total 17

Fourth Semester 8 Week 1 10614225 - Building Estimating 3

10801196 - Oral / Interpersonal Comm 3 10614224 - BIM Electrical 1

Semester Total 15

Total Credits 63

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 .

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