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CAO Course Detail

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Waterford IT

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Course Code:
WD094
Title:
Architectural Technology
College:
Waterford IT
Qualification:
Level on the National Framework of Qualifications
Duration:
2 Years

 

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Building, Construction & Property
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Architect
Architectural Technologist
Building Manager
Cabinet Maker
Carpenter / Joiner
Carpet/Vinyl Fitter
Demolition Operative
Engineer - Building Services
Engineer - Civil
Engineer - Structural
Engineering Production Manager
Facilities Manager
Health & Safety Manager
Insurance Surveyor
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Site Technician
Surveyor
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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).

The course is project orientated and much of the time is spent working in a studio environment.

Some subjects are graded on a continuous assessment basis, others are graded by an end-of-year exam.



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This course leads to a career such as an architectural technologist, who works on producing working drawings and details from architects' original sketch designs. They may carry out building and site surveys, liaises with clients, and supervise the construction and renovation of buildings.

 

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