Higher Certificate in Science in Architectural
Technology Programme Code: GA462 NQAI level: 6 | Places: 36* | Duration: Two years *This figure represents the combined number of places for level 6, 7 and 8 students
Why Study Architectural Technology? The Architectural Technologist is an important part of the design team and traditionally works with an Architect to apply the required technological expertise to realise the conceptual architectural design. This process requires wide and varied skills from the analysis of a physical structure to the factors that influence the design, material choices and energy-efficient performance of the building. If you enjoy problem solving and want to know how buildings go together in order to keep the heat in and the rain out then Architectural Technology is the course for you.
As a student of Architectural Technology you will be encouraged to appreciate the concepts of architectural design and apply technical design principles in the development of a building to meet the project brief, the regulatory requirements for the building and the performance requirements for environmental and energy efficiency. This knowledge is applied to your particular projects which are examined across a number of modules to ensure a technically diverse and accurate outcome. The course has a strong work ethic which encourages students to interact closely and, in so doing, make life- long friends and colleagues.
Programme Modules The core modules of Detail and Design Studies, Computer-Aided Drawing (CAD) and Architectural Technologies are delivered throughout the two years of the programme. Modules in Mathematics, Construction Materials, Surveying and Structural Mechanics, Conservation and History of architecture are also delivered in years one and two. Project work and other assignments form a substantial part of the coursework. Learners are expected to deliver completed projects from the given briefs throughout the programme.
Career Opportunities
Graduates could work under supervision in an architects office, in a technical sales position or on site.
Follow-on Studies There is an internal progression route available to year 3 of BSc in Architectural Technology on successful completion of the higher certificate.
Contact: Denise Dillon Tel: 091-742878 Fax: 091-758413 E-mail:
denise.dillon@gmit.ie
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Bachelor of Science in
Architectural Technology Programme Code: GA472 NQAI level: 7 | Places: 36* | Duration: Three years *This figure represents the combined number of places for level 6, 7 and 8 students
Why Study Architectural Technology? The Architectural Technologist is a highly skilled technical professional within the construction industry. As a student of Architectural Technology you will be encouraged to appreciate the concepts of architectural design and apply technical design principles in the development of a building to meet the project brief, the regulatory requirements for the building and the performance requirements for environmental and energy efficiency. The course has a strong work ethic which encourages students to interact closely and, in so doing, make life-long friends and colleagues. In recognition of the practical nature of the course, GMIT provides students of Architectural Technology with dedicated studio spaces for each course year equipped with manual and PC drawing facilities, the latest IT software and plotting facilities.
Programme Modules The core modules of Detail and Design Studies, Computer-Aided Drawing (CAD), Architectural Technologies and Building Information Modelling (BIM) are delivered throughout the three years of the programme. Modules on the History of Architecture, Conservation, Environmental Studies, Professional Practice and Legal Studies are delivered in years two and three. Project work and other assignments form a substantial part of the coursework. Learners are expected to deliver completed projects from the given briefs throughout the programme.
Career Opportunities
GMIT fosters strong industry and practice links within the construction sector. Graduates in Architectural Technology will have gained skills to allow them to pursue a professional technical career within an architectural or engineering consultancy or the public sector.
Other Essential Information BSc in Architectural Technology Level 7 is fully accreditated by the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI). Graduates can also gain full CIOB exemption (eligible for ICIOB) by completing a further 60 ECTS credits.
Follow-on Studies
Graduates can proceed through an internal progression route to year 4 of the Level 8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) Degree in Architectural Technology at GMIT. Direct applicants external to GMIT will also be considered for entry subject to places being available. A variety of options is also available for successful graduates to proceed to professional level studies in institutes of technology or universities in Ireland and elsewhere.
Contact: Denise Dillon Tel: 091-742878 Fax: 091-758413 E-mail:
denise.dillon@gmit.ie
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