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CAO Course Detail

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Galway-Mayo IT

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Course Code:
GA472
Title:
Architectural Technology
College:
Galway-Mayo IT
Qualification:
Level on the National Framework of Qualifications
Duration:
3 Years

 

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Art, Craft & Design
Building, Construction & Property
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Architectural technology involves drawing accurate diagrams which includes all the details of a building, such as wall thickness, plumbing, and insulation. It also covers surveying, construction law and regulations, the various technologies and building materials used in construction, and CAD (computer aided drawing).

This course also studies history of architecture, conservation of old buildings, law, and services.

Projects will play a large part in coursework. An industrial placement is incorporated into the third year of the course.


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Graduates will have gained skills which will allow them to pursue a career with either a consultant or a contractor. Opportunities for architectural technologists exist in both the private and public sectors. 

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Galway-Mayo IT

 
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CAO Points 
2012 Points 155
History:
2011 - 180
2010 - 280
2009 - 330
2008 - 365
2007 - 370
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