Content

This course is intended for prospective students who are intent on a career in architecture, architectural design or as an architectural technician.

There is a strong emphasis on developing architectural related skills, appreciation of the design process and implementing design ideas. You will gain a technical understanding of how buildings put together, how they function and the architect’s role throughout the process.

You will learn & develop architectural 2D and 3D modelling as well as professional roles in the changing architectural disciplines:
Architectural CADT: Principles & Practice; Architectural CADT: Residential Design; Architectural CADT: Construction Detailing; CAD User Systems; Architectural Professional Practice; Architectural Design Principles; Building Information Modelling (BIM) Principles; CAD: Visualisation, Rendering and Presentation; Architectural CADT: Building Technologies; CADT - Graded Unit Project; Statutory control;
BIM residential.

Entry Requirements

2 Highers and relevant subjects at National 5 including a science or technological subject and preferably Maths. Or a relevant Foundation Apprenticeship, or relevant SVQ in construction, or other relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 6. Interview.

Progression Routes

Relevant degree course.