Program Information
The Anoka Technical College Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Architectural Technology is a 60-credit program. The program consists of technical courses designed to develop skills which can be applied to a wide variety of careers in the design-construction industry including employment with architectural and engineering firms, residential builders and construction material suppliers.
In addition to drafting and detailing skills, the student receives training in related areas such as construction estimating, building codes, building mechanical and electrical systems, as well as emerging technologies in energy-efficient design. Students receive hands-on training in industry standard computer-aided drafting software (AutoCAD and Revit), building information modeling (BIM) technology.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate residential construction materials and methods knowledge.
- Demonstrate commercial construction materials and methods knowledge.
- Execute program/industry drafting standards for residential construction drawings.
- Execute program/industry drafting standards for commercial construction drawings.
- Demonstrate entry level CAD/Revit proficiency for the industry.
- Demonstrate understanding of the roles and responsibilities of an entry level architectural, electrical, structural, mechanical or civil technician.
Industry and Career Outlook
Graduates of the Architectural Technology AAS degree program learn skills and technology which can be applied to a wide variety of careers in the design-construction industry, including employment with architectural and engineering firms, residential builders and construction material suppliers.
Drafters who gain experience and knowledge may become design drafters or senior drafters. With additional training or experience, drafters may also move into related positions, such as technical writer, sales engineer or engineering assistant.
Wage information is available from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
Program Start Dates
Fall Semester: August
Spring Semester: January**
**Students who start in the spring will need more time to complete due to course prerequisites.
Graduation Requirements
Students must earn a cumulative 2.0 GPA or higher to be eligible for graduation from this program.
Faculty Contact
Daniel Iund: 612-708-0516
Dawn Wirtz: 763-576-4073
For information on how to apply, to schedule a tour, or for service during summer hours, contact Enrollment Services at 763-576-7710 or EnrollmentServices@anokatech.edu
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