Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architectural Technology

08

Level

4 Years

Duration

ATU

Provider

On Campus

Mode

Provider Information

For point of contact and additional information in relation to this programme, please contact the registering provider, Atlantic Technological University.

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Programme Overview

The Architectural Technologist is a highly skilled technical professional within the construction industry. As contemporary building design evolves, the role of the Architectural Technologist has become central to the construction process. Buildings are constructed within a changing technical environment requiring ever increasing specialisation.

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.

Entry Requirements

This programme is accredited by the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RAI), the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE) and the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT). Graduates can also gain full Chartered Institute of Building CIOB exemption (eligible for ICIOB)

Places

*This figure represents the combined number of places for Level 7 and 8 students.

Materials Fee
Students will be liable for an additional materials fee of €100 per year for certain full time programmes. This fee is not covered by Granting Authorities. Material Fees are not applicable to either Erasmus, Part-Time or Full time Non-EU students.

What modules will be studied?

The following list includes a selection of modules that you will study during your time on this programme.

History of Western Architecture

Academic and Professional Skills (SC:EN)

Building Information Modelling and Computer Aided Drawing

History and Conservation of Irish Architecture

Professional Practice and Law

Innovative Architectural Technologies

Additional Information

The central mechanism to deliver this skill and knowledge is through studio project work to develop the student’s ability to problem-solve. The projects increase in technical complexity as the course progresses through the first three years of the programme, concentrating on newly constructed buildings.

In fourth year the emphasis of the project work shifts to adaptation of existing buildings. This includes research and analysis of the building and proposals for its future adaptation and upgrade. The analysis of the building will be assisted through the use of 2D & 3D modelling and simulation packages to arrive at a sustainable and cost-effective solution.

Students will also be encouraged to apply and test their dissertation research to their project work, creating an integrated and personal approach to the area of sustainable building upgrades.

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.

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Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Architectural Technology

08

4 Years

ATU

On Campus

Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, Chartered Association of Building Engineers, & Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists

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