New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology
Architecture
A course by
SIT
Gain essential theoretical knowledge, technological expertise, and practical skills for a career in the architecture and construction industry with the New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology (Level 6).
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NZQA Level 6 Certification (240 Credits)
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STUDY FREE
$ENQUIRE
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing
Free study? Yep, it’s possible. Find out if you qualify.
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 6 Certification (240 Credits)
Advanced
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Core skills this course teaches
Apply industry knowledge and design principles
Apply comprehensive industry knowledge to evaluate design principles for small, medium and large building projects in architecture, building, or construction environments.
Undertake feasibility studies
Carry out feasibility studies for small, medium, and large buildings.
What You're Signing Up For
This two-year, full-time diploma prepares graduates for work in the architecture and construction industry as architectural technicians. The programme covers knowledge and skills required for planning, designing, documenting, and evaluating building projects—enabling graduates to work on small and medium scale projects of limited complexity through all stages to completion. Includes manual and digital drawing, construction technology, legislation, materials science, and feasibility studies.
Course Content
- Architectural Design 1
- Architectural Drawing 1
- Construction Technology 1
- Environmental Impact and Site Feasibility
- Information Communication
- Legislation and the Construction Industry
- Materials Science
- Architectural Design and Drawing 2
- Architectural Documentation
- Building Services
- Construction Technology 2
- Structural Building Systems
- History and Development of Architecture
What you need to know first
NCEA with a minimum of 50 credits at Level 2 including 12 Mathematics credits and a minimum of 12 Literacy credits
Find these employment opportunities
Architectural TechnicianArchitectural Designer (with further experience/training)Senior Architectural DesignerArchitect (with further experience/training)Interior DesignerUrban DesignerLandscape ArchitectDesign ManagerConsultant design practiceOther roles in Construction, Planning, or Design
