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Architectural Technician 22 Credit Technical Diploma

The Architectural Technician Technical Diploma program is designed for learners seeking foundational knowledge in the construction industry. Learners will gain an understanding of construction methods, estimating processes and construction documentation within the residential building sector.

As an Embedded Technical Diploma, this program ladders fully into the Architectural Design & Technology Associate Degree program.

Found in These Career Fields:

Architecture and Construction

Approximate Cost

$3,837
Tuition: $3527 , Books: $310

Starting Salary

$33,280–$53,820
Average, based on the NTC Graduate Outcomes Report

Financial Aid

Available
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Courses for this program may be available at a variety of campus locations through multiple modes of delivery if you meet the admission requirements and prerequisites.

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Outcomes

Graduates will be able to…

  • Explore the role of systems approach in construction
  • Apply codes and regulations in construction practices
  • Explain key terms and concepts associated with construction practices
  • Demonstrate basic understanding of estimating construction projects
  • Apply proper management techniques to construction projects
  • Describe best practices in construction methods

Careers

Some of the potential careers graduates can pursue are:

  • Carpenter Assistant
  • Sales Support
  • Project Supervisor
  • Project Coordinator
  • Estimator
  • Product and Pricing Specialist
  • Carpenter
  • Project Manager

Courses

The Architectural Technician Technical Diploma is a 22 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.

First Term

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 1 2.00
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY 1 3.00
AUTOCAD 2D FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2.00
INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2.00
COLLEGE 101 1.00

Second Term

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2 3.00
CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING 1 3.00
DESIGN & PRESENTATION TECHNIQUES 1 2.00
SKETCHUP FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2.00
SURVEYING FOR ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN 2.00

Credit for Prior Learning Available

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Pathways

Pathways are a series of connected programs that enable you to advance over time to better jobs and higher levels of education and training. By earning one degree, you could also be completing several courses of a related program in a pathway, bringing you one step closer to an advanced degree.

Completing the Architectural Technician Technical Diploma Earns You:

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