Intro Architectural Technology & Design

  • Credits: 31
  • Degree Type: Diploma
  • Location: East Grand Forks

Program Overview

The Intro to Architectural Technology and Design diploma involves the study of residential construction practices and computer aided drawing (CAD), using AutoCAD software and an introduction to building information modeling (BIM) and Revit, a 3D computer modeling program. Projects are drawn using both the drawing board and the computer.




Employment Information

Graduates of the certificate program receive skills that enable them to work with lumber yards, building suppliers, and entry-level cad operating positions.

Career Outlook

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Program Course Listings

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Required Courses
Course # Course Name Credit(s)
ARCH 1105 Building Technology I 4
ARCH 1111 Architectural Tech I 3
ARCH 1112 Architectural Tech II 4
ARCH 1121 CAD I 5
ARCH 1123 CAD II 5
ARCH 1125 Design Limitations 3
ARCH 1128 Environmental Design 3
ARCH 1131 Model Construction 2
ARCH 1201 Estimating Tech I 2
TOTAL CREDITS: 31
 

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Program Specific Requirements

Students achieving assessment scores below the established minimums must register and successfully complete (with a grade of C or better) the required developmental courses in order to meet graduation requirements.

The college minimum scores for the Next Generation Accuplacer Assessment test are as follows:
Reading: 250
Arithmetic: 240

Note: Some programs may require assessment scores that exceed the college minimum in the areas of Arithmetic & Elementary Algebra.

Program Accreditation

Northland Community & Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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Program Faculty

  • Erin Bulger
  • Architectural Technology & Design Instructor
  • Campus: East Grand Forks
  • Tel: (218) 793-2613
  • Toll Free: 1.800.959.6282
  • Rod Lahren
  • Architectural Technology & Design Instructor / Clay Target Coach
  • Campus: East Grand Forks
  • Tel: (218) 793-2614
  • Toll Free: 1.800.959.6282