New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology (Level 6)

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If you enjoy technical drawing, problem solving and using your creativity, a career as an architectural technician is for you.

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    Level
    6
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    Credits
    240
  •  
    Cost
    $10,420 NZ Domestic

    Not including any course materials or external exam fees.

  •  
    Student loan

As an architectural technician you will:

  • interpret legislation such as the building and resource management acts
  • apply legislation to construction drawings. 
  • understand the stages of a construction project, and the documentation required for each. 

For more information watch the programme overview video below.

 

Career opportunities

With this qualification you will be able to work in:

  • construction companies
  • architectural practices
  • architectural design companies
  • city councils.

You will be able to work under the supervision of an experienced architectural technician, designer or architect, on a variety of construction projects.

Chasing the drafting dream

Studying with the Open Polytechnic is a whānau affair for New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology student and Kua Hii Ake te Ata Study Award recipient Reuben Munro.

Reuben Munro

New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology (Level 6)

What you will learn

When you achieve this qualification you will be able to:

  • establish the clients’ requirements
  • develop and communicate a concept and building design
  • prepare approval documentation for a building project following the clients’ brief
  • evaluate the performance of and select materials and finishes used in the building process
  • prepare, organise and present architectural working drawings for small and medium buildings. This will be in accordance with the statutory and regulatory environment
  • understand the roles, documentation and administrative requirements of the construction industry, apply this knowledge and assist senior personnel through the tender process.

 

  •  
    Level
    6
  •  
    Credits
    240
  •  
    Cost
    $10,420 NZ Domestic

    Not including any course materials or external exam fees.

  •  
    Student loan