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Architectural Technician
Diploma of Architectural Technician
Diploma of Architectural Technician

Diploma of Architectural Technician

  • ID:GBC010023
  • Level:2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
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Admission Requirements

​​Entry requirements 

Applicants are selected on the basis of their academic achievement, including the required courses, and any other selection criteria outlined below.

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent**
  • Grade 12 English (C or U)
  • Grade 11 Math (M or U) or Grade 12 (C or U)

English requirements 

  • Provide proof that their secondary and/ or post-secondary studies were completed at a recognized institution where English is the primary media of instruction. The studies must be relevant to the admission requirements for the specific program (s) applied to (e.g. an advanced diploma or degree is required for certain postgraduate program)
  • Applicants with transcripts from an institution where the language of instruction is not English may meet English language proficiency requirements with one of the following proofs of language proficiency. The minimum test scores that are acceptable are listed below (as applicable). Please note: For admissions purposes, some programs require a higher score than the minimum stated below.
  • George Brown English for Academic (EAP) Program, Level 8
  • IELTS (Academic), 6.0, minimum 5.5 in each skill band
  • TOEFL, 80 (online) minimum 20 in each skill band
  • MELAB, 80
  • PTE (Academic), 54, overall minimum
    50 in each skill band
  • CAEL, 60 (overall)
  • Cambridge English Exams (B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency), 169 or more (with no individual skill below 162)
  • *NEW Duolingo English Test, 105
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Course Information

Learning in state-of-the-art architectural studios with the most up-to-date equipment and software, you will develop a thorough knowledge of architectural drawing and technical design skills, as well as an understanding of sustainable building design and construction materials grounded in current green principles.

Courses cover 2D and 3D computer-aided drafting, design, rendering and modelling, design and development drawings, construction drawings and architectural presentation. You will also learn and apply the concepts of building science, building systems, building codes and construction law. Teamwork in a project-based learning environment is emphasized.

Note: If you enrol in the program in January, you are required to complete semester 2 in the summer (May to August) of the same year in order to continue into semester 3 in the fall.

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COURSES

Required Courses

SEMESTER 1

  • ARCH1005, Architectural Technology & Studio 1

  • ARCH1048, Structural Systems 1

  • ARCH1050, Visual Communications 1

  • ARCH1060, Design Fundamentals

  • CADE1012, CAD Drawing 1

  • COMM1007, College English**

  • MATH1139, Mathematics for Arch/IDT 1

SEMESTER 2

  • ARCH1006, Architectural Technology & Studio 2

  • ARCH1013, Building Code & Regulations 1

  • ARCH1070, Materials, Methods & Components 1

  • CADE1014, CAD Drawing 2

  • GHUM1106, History of Architecture

  • GSCI1022, Building Science and Environment

  • MATH1149, Mathematics for Arch/IDT 2

SEMESTER 3

  • ARCH1058, Structural Systems 2

  • ARCH2004, Architectural Technology & Studio 3

  • ARCH2006, Practice Management 1

  • ARCH2007, Building Code & Regulations 2

  • ARCH1109, Building Systems – Mechanical and Electrical 1

  • ARCH1164, Fundamentals of Building Science

  • CADE2001, BIM - Revit for Architectural Technology 1

  • GNED, General Education Elective

SEMESTER 4

  • ARCH2005, Architectural Technology & Studio 4

  • ARCH2008, Practice Management 2

  • ARCH2033, Visual Communications 2

  • ARCH2034, Structural Systems 3

  • ARCH2035, Materials, Methods & Components 2

  • CADE3001, Digital Design Technologies for Architecture 2

  • COMM1113, Professional Communications for Building Technologies

  • GNED, General Education Elective

 
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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

Opportunities for Architectural Technicians vary within the AEC industry. Career options available to graduates of this program may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Project Coordinator

  • Technical Representative for building/equipment suppliers

  • Production of computer-aided technical drawings and modeling

  • Developer

  • Property Manager

  • Technician with builders/developers

  • Customer Service Agent with builders/developers

  • Site Supervisor

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Overseas Student Health Cover

Mandatory Health Insurance

$743.99 for one-year coverage (Sept-August)
$508.83 for 8 months coverage (Jan-August)
$273.29 for 4 months coverage (May-August)

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