HNC Computer Aided Architectural Design and Technology

Course description

This course is intended for prospective students who are intent on a career in architecture, architectural design or as an architectural technician.

You will learn & develop architectural 2D and 3D modelling as well as professional roles in the changing architectural disciplines:

Access To University

Previous successful students are currently studying a variety of architectural courses, at Edinburgh Napier (architectural technology), Dundee School of Architecture & Mackintosh School of Architecture.

Employment

Our construction courses provide you with the technical knowledge to give you the edge in applying roles in the industry. West Lothian College has excellent links with local employers and is working in partnership with Winchburgh Developments Limited and Morrison Construction. Past students have worked on placement with Scott Brownrigg Architects and John Watson Architectural Consultancy before moving onto permanent employment.

Professional Development

Upgrade your skill-set to advance your chances of promotion and enhanced salary.

Dedicated Teaching Staff

Each of the construction lecturers have extensive, relevant experience in the fields of architecture, civil engineering , site management and building.

Flexible Delivery

This course is available on a Full Time ( 3 days) basis

Learning outcome

Further Study - Degree Courses

On successful completion of the HNC course, students will be eligible to apply for Year 1, or Year 2 entry, (depending on admission dept entry requirements), to architectural courses at:

Edinburgh Napier University

• BSc/BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology

University Of Strathclyde

• BSc Architectural Studies

Edinburgh School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture (ESALA)

• Architecture (BA)

Mackintosh School of Architecture (Glasgow School of Art)

• (BArch) Bachelor of Architecture

Heriot Watt University

• B Eng (Hons) Architectural Engineering

University of Dundee

• MArch (Hons) Architecture

University of Aberdeen

• Scott Sutherland School of Architecture

Further Study - HND Courses

Continue studying your chosen field to HND level, at another institution.

Employment

The architectural/construction industry is a dynamic, interesting sector with many different, well paid, job roles. Every project differs from the previous one. Communication is key. Knowledge is essential.

A HNC is a recognised qualification which can help you:

• start your career, as a trainee in a technical role
• Leave the tools behind and upgrade to a supervisory role
• advance your career, to a technical role in one of the following fields:
• Chartered Architect
• Architectural Technologist
• BIM Coordinator
• Design Manager
• Architectural Illustrator (Virtual Reality presentations)