Architecture courses

Sheridan College (Ontario)

Architectural Technician/technology in Sheridan College (Ontario)

  • Duration : 2 Years
  • Intake : September
  • Level : Undergraduate Diploma
  • Tuition & fees : $ 17,275 CAD Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.0
  • TOEFL : 80
  • PTE : 58


About Architectural Technician/technology in Sheridan College (Ontario)

Design and visualization instruction

You'll acquire a unique blend of job-ready creative and applied skills, including:

  • 2D and 3D Computer-aided Design and Drafting (CADD)
  • Building Information Modeling (BIM)
  • Visual problem-solving
  • Preparation of contract documents and specifications
  • Envelope detailing

Learning Outcomes

Architectural Technology (Advanced Diploma) Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

  • Communicate with clients, contractors, other building professionals, and approval authorities.
  • Prepare, read, interpret, and revise drawings, and other graphical representations used in building projects.
  • Obtain, analyze, prepare, and revise specifications and other project documents used in design and construction.
  • Prepare estimates of time, costs, and quantity, and participate in the tendering process.
  • Solve technical problems related to building projects through the application of principles of building science and mathematics.
  • Collaborate with and coordinate information from structural, mechanical, and electrical building systems professionals.
  • Contribute to the design of architectural projects.
  • Contribute to the analysis, planning, and preparation of site planning documents.
  • Comply with the legal and ethical requirements of an architectural technologist in the practice of building design and construction.
  • Assess buildings and their interiors, and make recommendations for their repurposing and renovation.
  • Ensure personal safety and contribute to the safety of others in the workplace.
  • Participate in sustainable design and building practices.
  • Use and evaluate current and emerging technology to support building projects.
  • Assist in the planning, scheduling, and monitoring of building projects.
  • Apply business principles to design and building practices.

Career Opportunities

Our students work in a variety of fields including design and drafting, construction supervision, estimating, specification writing, project management and municipal building departments. Students who graduate from the two-year Technician program have the knowledge, upon graduation, to work as a project team member and, with guidance, contribute to the design, technology and management of small construction projects. If you're a three-year Technologist graduate, by the end of your third year you will have demonstrated the ability to analyze requirements, implement design, technical and/or management solutions for small construction projects and, under direct supervision, be a team member for large and complex construction projects.

Recent graduates have also moved into the following careers:

  • Design/build
  • Education
  • Municipal planning / inspections / examinations
  • Product manufacturing
  • Software development
  • Web design

Academic qualification equivalents

  • Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, include one English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or ENG4U), minimum 60%

English language requirements (one of the below):

  • IELTS       :    6 – Overall Band Score with no Band below 5.5
  • TOEFL      :    80 (20L,W,S,R) iBT (Internet-based TOEFL) or 550 Paper-based
  • PTE A       :    58 - Overall Minimum Score  (49L,W,S,R)

Sheridan College (Ontario) Highlights

University type Public
Rank Top 5 in research colleges, Canada
Courses Over 120 full-time programs
No. of Campuses 3
Employment rate, 2019 83%2
Application Fee 76 USD for international applicants
English Language Proficiency Tests TOEFL/ IELTS/ PTE or equivalent
Financial Aid for International Students Merit-based scholarships

Sheridan College (Ontario) The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Though the cost of attendance for a student studying at Sheridan College would vary as per standard of living and choices of an individual, however, the estimated average cost for an academic year is tabulated below:

Type of Expenditure Cost (in USD, per academic year)
Tution Fees 1,026 USD, per term
Books 760
Accommodation 4,560
Food 1,520
Transportation 608
Others 1,216
Total 8,664

Know more about Studying in Canada

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Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Canada CA$8890 Per Year
Entrance Exams in Canada TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in Canada Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Canada Up to 3 Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Canada CAD 150
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Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

$ 17,275

Total

$ 17,275