Architectural Technology (Fast-track) (Optional Co-op)

Program Details

• Program Code: 3608
• School: School of Engineering Technology and Applied Science
• Credential: Ontario College Advanced Diploma
• Program Type: Post-secondary program
• Program Length: 2 years/ 4 semesters
• Location: Online

Program Availability: September 2024

Program Overview

Please Note: Architectural Technology (Fast-Track)(Optional Co-op) is also offered in person.

Centennial College's Architectural Technology Fast-Track program allows qualified graduates with a university degree in architecture (including those from foreign universities) to gain direct admission into the third semester of the three-year Architectural Technology program to receive their diploma in four academic semesters.

In this engineering program, you'll use state-of-the-art computer technology to prepare the designs, construction drawings, specifications, and reports needed to communicate with clients, builders, and approval authorities. Program activities will include preparing drawings for commercial, institutional, complex, and multi-use buildings. You'll also be introduced to building materials, construction methods, structural design, mechanical and electrical services, building codes, contracts, specifications, and the business environment for providing design and construction.

Optional Co-op

The co-op option in this program will provide you with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while you complete two co-op work terms as an employee in the field. This experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but will also provide valuable contacts for your future career.

To participate in this co-op option, you will need to complete an application process in the first semester. If academically qualified, you may be admitted to the co-op program. Academically qualified students who are accepted into the program will register for the co-op preparation course as scheduled.

Co-op Requirements

• Minimum of 80% of courses completed from semester one
• Completion of COMM-170/171* by the end of semester 1 with a C grade (60%) or higher
• A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (this must be maintained for the duration of the program)
• Students must be legally eligible to work in Canada
• Students who meet the above prerequisites will submit their application for co-op to the Career Services

Courses

Semester 1

ACHS-204              Construction Health & Safety
ARBC-205              Builders and Contractors
ARCH-201              Design and Computer Aided Drafting Project 3
ARCH-206              History of Architecture
COMM-170/171      College Communication 2
ENVR-203              Environment 3
MATM-202              Materials and Methods 3

Semester 2

ARBS-222               Building Services 1
ARCH-221              Design and Computer Aided Drafting Project 4
ARGR-224              Architectural Graphics
ARST-305               Structures
ENVR-223              Environment 4
GNED                     General Education Elective
GNED-500              Global Citizenship: From Social Analysis to Social Action

Semester 3

ARBS-302               Building Services 2
ARBW-307              Technical Writing
ARCH-301              Design and CAD Complex Project
ARPM-225              Project Management
ARPT-304               Advanced Presentation Techniques
ARST-306               Advanced Structures
ENVR-303              Environment 5

Semester 4

ARBL-324               Building Within the Municipality
ARCH-321              Design and CAD Multi-Use Project
ARCL-322               Contracts, Law and Professional Practice & Ethics
ARPE-326               Understanding the Ontario Building Code
ARSW-325              Specification Writing and Contracts
ENVR-323              Environment 6

Note: Check with the institution regarding start/end dates, prices, and delivery method. These may vary according to program, section, and/or semester.