Job Title
Architecture Technician
Job description
Architecture Technicians work with architects in the construction of building projects. They inspect buildings for hazardous materials, write reports and follow up with actions to improve the safety of the building. They also prepare accurate working or detailed drawings for construction, engineering and architectural companies. Architectural Technicians work from notes, sketches, calculations, specification sheets and other data. They usually operate computer-aided drafting systems (CAD/CAM). Therefore, computer and communication skills are an important asset for an Architecture Technician.
Education Requirements
To become Architecture Technician there are several requirements:
· A diploma in Architecture or Architectural Technology. This is a two year college program. The focuses of the program is on working drawings, construction methods and materials and computer-aided drafting.
· Some employees may also require a Certification in architectural technology or in a related field through provincial associations of architectural or engineering/applied science technologists and technicians.
In order to achieve the certification, supervised work experience, usually two years can be required.
Post-Secondary School Entrance requirements
- English, Grade 12. (ENG4G, or equivalent, is required.)
- Mathematics, Grade 12. (Mathematics for Technology - MTT4G, or mathematics with a similar content)
- Also for applying to university six OAC credits or Grade 12 U or M credits or equivalent are required or at least five years of work experience in architecture or related fields of the building industry.
For more information for more specific grades and courses please visit the website of the school of your choice.
Mature student, over the age of 19 without a high school diploma may be tested when applying for entrance into the college or university.
College Requirements
Two years in length, focusing on areas such as:
- production of presentation
- construction drawings
- building codes and specifications
- CAD drafting and applications
- construction methods
- architectural design techniques
- modern construction practices