Ontario College Advanced Diploma in Architectural Technology (Co-op) in Barrie Canada | Georgian College

This program trains students to collaborate effectively with architects, engineers, designers, and project managers as key contributors to building design teams. Participants gain in-depth knowledge of today's competitive architectural and construction landscapes, covering conventional and innovative construction methods, current regulations and standards, along with crucial business and entrepreneurial skills. Architectural design concepts are woven throughout the curriculum, beginning with foundational principles and culminating in a two-semester capstone project during the third year. These projects benefit from coursework focusing on industry-standard software like Autodesk® AutoCAD® and Revit®, plus cutting-edge Building Information Modeling technologies including virtual reality and 3D scanning. Career opportunities for graduates include roles in private sector architectural firms, construction engineering teams, or on-site offices as design assistants, estimators, purchasing specialists, quantity surveyors, or CAD technicians specializing in modeling and detailing. Public sector options encompass positions with government agencies as building inspectors, plan reviewers, zoning specialists, or code compliance advisors. Advance your architectural design expertise through practical training in AutoCAD, Revit, visualization tools, and building code applications.