Architectural Technology
DELIVERY
Day and Evening at Eden Prairie
START
Fall or Spring Semester
CAMPUS
Eden Prairie Campus
OVERVIEW
Are you ready to build a career in architectural drafting and design technology? Then come to HTC, where state-of-the-art computer stations and industry-standard software tools prepare you for the workplace. You will be ready to produce residential and commercial construction drawings using Computer Aided Design (CAD), Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology, and 3D rendering. Focus on energy efficiency and sustainability while learning to understand and verify construction compliance procedures and how to research construction materials, equipment and building codes. Be introduced to engineering principles, estimating, and professional practices. Since an advisory committee of industry leaders reviews HTC’s Architectural Technology program, the program is up-to-date with the latest technology and trends. This ensures you will gain the skills you need to secure employment.
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| Student Revit Project | By Andrew Petersen |
LABS AND CLASSROOMS
Our classrooms and labs are equipped with state-of-the-art computer stations and large format printers. Current architectural drafting instruments include industry-standard software tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and 3ds Max.
SUPPLIES/TOOLS
Students are required to purchase textbooks related to Architectural Drafting and CAD. Tools include computer storage flash drive, tape measure, drafting kit, calculator, and model kit. The architectural technology computer labs are equipped with the latest software. Student computer labs are available with software access. Students may also download the software for at home use if they choose to do so.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Program applicants are required to be computer literate, pass placement level reading and math tests. Students seeking a degree or diploma in architectural technology typically have an interest in architectural design, construction technology, interior design, or related fields.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Graduating students may find employment in architectural offices, civil or mechanical & structural engineering offices, with general contractors, residential builders, interior design offices, material suppliers, sales, estimating, remodelers, detailers, architectural illustrators, and various careers related to sustainable energy design.
Check out the links listed here for the latest information on sustainable design careers in Minnesota;
iseek.org/industry/green/index.html
iseek.org/industry/green/careers/what-do-you-like.html
JOB OUTLOOK
Architectural Technology graduates are successfully employed in numerous branches in the construction industry. From freelance drafters to residential or commercial builders, the industry relies on highly skilled people to design and plan the future.
Bureau of Labor Statistics
iseek.org
POTENTIAL JOB TITLES Architectural Technician, Computer Aided Design (CAD) or Building Information Modeling (BIM) Technician, Detailer or Representative working with material and product suppliers, Architectural Illustrator, Estimator
SALARY Entry level average hourly wage is $17-25 / hour (Source: www.iseek.org)
INSTRUCTORS
ADVISORY COMMITTEE/PARTNERSHIPS
Program faculty meet with the advisory committee biannually. The advisory committee consists of industry professionals and student representatives. The advisory committee advises the faculty on budget proposals, industry trends, technology, industry news, curriculum goals, and new courses.
ACCREDITATION/AFFILIATIONS
The Architectural Technology curriculum is endorsed by Minnesota GreenStar, U.S. Green Building Council, and Minnesota Green Communities.
Hennepin Technical College maintains a membership with U.S. Green Building Council, Minnesota Chapter. We have designed and drafted a LEED Gold certified green building design project which was built by the carpentry students, landscaped by the landscape students, and equipped with cabinets from the cabinetmaking department.
ARTICULATIONS
The Architectural Technology program has articulation agreements with universities to transfer the associates degree into Bachelor degree programs at St. Cloud State University, Minnesota State University Moorehead, and Mankato State University. Program articulations are also in place with several area high schools.
Our classrooms and labs are equipped with state-of-the-art computer stations and large format printers. Current architectural drafting instruments include industry-standard software tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and 3ds Max.
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| By Eric Carter | By Tyler Whitney |
SUPPLIES/TOOLS
Students are required to purchase textbooks related to Architectural Drafting and CAD. Tools include computer storage flash drive, tape measure, drafting kit, calculator, and model kit. The architectural technology computer labs are equipped with the latest software. Student computer labs are available with software access. Students may also download the software for at home use if they choose to do so.
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| By Colin Perrier |
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Program applicants are required to be computer literate, pass placement level reading and math tests. Students seeking a degree or diploma in architectural technology typically have an interest in architectural design, construction technology, interior design, or related fields.
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| By Colin Perrier | By Andrew Petersen |
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Graduating students may find employment in architectural offices, civil or mechanical & structural engineering offices, with general contractors, residential builders, interior design offices, material suppliers, sales, estimating, remodelers, detailers, architectural illustrators, and various careers related to sustainable energy design.
Check out the links listed here for the latest information on sustainable design careers in Minnesota;
iseek.org/industry/green/index.html
iseek.org/industry/green/careers/what-do-you-like.html
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| By Colin Perrier |
JOB OUTLOOK
Architectural Technology graduates are successfully employed in numerous branches in the construction industry. From freelance drafters to residential or commercial builders, the industry relies on highly skilled people to design and plan the future.
Bureau of Labor Statistics
iseek.org
POTENTIAL JOB TITLES Architectural Technician, Computer Aided Design (CAD) or Building Information Modeling (BIM) Technician, Detailer or Representative working with material and product suppliers, Architectural Illustrator, Estimator
SALARY Entry level average hourly wage is $17-25 / hour (Source: www.iseek.org)
INSTRUCTORS
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Sandra Kretsch 952-995-1549 skretsch@hennepintech.edu |
Michael Lopac 763-488-2551 mlopac@hennepintech.edu |
Sue Selland 763-488-2581 sue.selland@hennepintech.edu |
ADVISORY COMMITTEE/PARTNERSHIPS
Program faculty meet with the advisory committee biannually. The advisory committee consists of industry professionals and student representatives. The advisory committee advises the faculty on budget proposals, industry trends, technology, industry news, curriculum goals, and new courses.
ACCREDITATION/AFFILIATIONS
The Architectural Technology curriculum is endorsed by Minnesota GreenStar, U.S. Green Building Council, and Minnesota Green Communities.
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Hennepin Technical College maintains a membership with U.S. Green Building Council, Minnesota Chapter. We have designed and drafted a LEED Gold certified green building design project which was built by the carpentry students, landscaped by the landscape students, and equipped with cabinets from the cabinetmaking department.
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ARTICULATIONS
The Architectural Technology program has articulation agreements with universities to transfer the associates degree into Bachelor degree programs at St. Cloud State University, Minnesota State University Moorehead, and Mankato State University. Program articulations are also in place with several area high schools.
