Diploma Architectural Technology (Fast-Track) - Diploma en Tecnología Arquitectónica

Our Architectural Technology Fast-Track program allows qualified graduates with a university degree in architecture (including those from foreign universities) to gain direct admission into the third semester of the three-year Architectural Technology program and receive their diploma in four academic semesters. This Fast-Track program is primarily aimed at internationally-trained professionals seeking knowledge of North American construction practice and language.

In this engineering program, you will use state-of-the-art computer technology to prepare designs, construction drawings, specifications and reports needed to communicate with clients, builders and approval authorities. Activities include preparing drawings for commercial, institutional, complex and multi-use buildings. You are also introduced to building materials, construction methods, structural design, mechanical and electrical services, building codes, contracts, specifications and the business environment for providing design and construction.

University degree in architecture

Additional Requirements
Transcript and resume review
Centennial College English Skills Assessment (must score 170 or 171 for admission)

Start Date:Fall

Semester 1
Construction Health & Safety
Builders and Contractors
Design and Computer Aided Drafting Project 3
History of Architecture
College Communications 2
Environment 3
Materials and Methods 3

Semester 2
Building Services 1
Design and Computer Aided Drafting Project 4
Architectural Graphics
Structures
Environment 4
General Education Elective
Global Citizenship: From Social Analysis to Social Action

Semester 3
Building Services 2
Technical Writing
Design and CAD Complex Project
Project Management
Advanced Presentation Techniques
Advanced Structures
Environment 5

Semester 4
Building Within the Municipality
Design and CAD Multi-Use Project
Contracts, Law and Professional Practice & Ethics
Understanding the Ontario Building Code
Specification Writing and Contracts
Environment 6

Architectural technologist
Architectural CAD operator
Architectural drafter
Design/builder
Building inspector
Municipal plans examiner
Specifications writer
Building material sales representative