School: Centennial College
Program:Architectural Technician(Co-op)
Program | Architectural Technician | Faculty | School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science |
Credential | Advanced Diploma | Duration | 3 years/ 9 semesters |
Starting Month | Fall, Winter | Co-op opportunities | Yes |
Program Description:
Centennial College's Architectural Technology program will prepare you for a variety of careers in the building industry. For example, as an employee of an architectural firm, where you will apply your technical knowledge and skills to create building designs, analyze building code requirements, prepare construction drawings, and carry out contract administration tasks during the construction phase. Or you may offer building design and drawing services directly to clients on small building projects, where permitted by legislation.
Advantages:
The Architectural Technology (Co-op) program's project-based curriculum focuses on a different building type each semester and offers a strong foundation in technical knowledge.
Strong emphasis is placed on energy-efficient, sustainable design and construction strategies, and protecting the environment.
Program faculty members, among whom are many current industry practitioners, have advanced degrees, licenses and credentials in architecture and related fields.
All students are strongly encouraged to complete the full, three-year Architectural Technology program. However, students who successfully complete the first two years of this program may apply to graduate from the two-year Architectural Technician program.
Admission Requirement:
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older)
English Grade 12 C or U, or equivalent (minimum grade required) or take the Centennial College English Skills Assessment for Admission
Mathematics Grade 11 M or U, or 12 C or U, or equivalent (minimum grade required) or take a Centennial College Engineering Math Skills Assessment for Admission
Tuition Fees:
Student | Tuition (2 Semesters) | Incidental Fees | Total |
Canadian | $2,935.50 | $1,043.00 | $3,978.50 |
International | $14,140.00 | $2,326.00 | $16,466.00 |
Career:
Graduates may find career opportunities in areas such as:
Architectural technologist
Architectural CAD operator
Architectural drafter
Design/builder
Building inspector
Municipal plans examiner
Specifications writer
Building material sales representative
Credits Transfer
Students who successfully complete this program may qualify for entry into Ontario college graduate certificates and university degree programs at institutions such as McMaster University, University of Guelph and Northern Alberta Institution of Technology.
Link to Centennial College Official Website
https://www.centennialcollege.ca/