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.

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.