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National Certificate: Architectural Technology NQF5

The National Certificate: Architectural Technology NQF5 provides an introduction into the Architectural Profession and its role within the building Industry. This program provides a strong focus on developing entry-level skills for employment within the Architectural Profession/s. This course helps broaden access to the Architectural Profession. The learner is provided with the technical skills, competencies and academic knowledge required to work in the Architecture industry as an ‘Architectural Draughtsperson’. Architectural Draughtspersons play a supportive role in the development of buildings and construction sites. The main activities are the production of drawings, detailing, presentation of drawings, and model making, elementary planning and design work, and liaison with relevant role players. Entrepreneurial skills and experience enable the professional architectural draughtsperson to competently handle small to medium size work under supervision.

 

 

Features & Benefits

Included in the full-time fees are a total of 4 practical modules. Practicals are hybrid sessions: a mix of online lectures and onsite workshops at our Midrand and Cape Town campuses. The practicals will cover the following: Workshop Safety Module, Land Survey, Electrical Wiring Plumbing (drainage and water reticulation) and Electrical Installation. Learn More

  • This qualification will consist of integrated project-based assessments to provide a holistic learning experience.

  • An introduction to Virtual and Augmented Reality technology is incorporated into this program.

  • Students get free access to the MakersLab with 3D Printing, CNC Machining and Lazer Cutting facilities.

 

   

 

  • We utilise industry-leading Design & Draughting software including AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit Architecture, Autodesk 3DS Max ensuring that students are equipped with industry used CAD software.
 
AutocadRevit Architecture 
 

  • Get a free Office 365 Education A1 license, valid for the duration of your studies. 

  • You will be provided with an A-Grade study kit, that includes all the tools you will need to use in both academic and professional use.

  • Students get access to our online recruitment portal, exclusively available to AIE graduates. Visit www.recruitgraduates.co.za for more.    

 
 
 
  • Design
  • Explore
  • Create

Re-imagine designers
of the future

This programmes incorporates the use of the MakersLab. A space where learning, exploration, design, making & testing will take place. It will act as a platform for design & prototyping of products specifically related to space-making.

Casting & Moulding, 3D Printing, Virtual Reality, Laser Cutting, CNC Milling!

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This programme incorporates the use of Virtual Reality and may include topics such as Introduction to Virtual and Augmented Reality using your Goggles VR Headset, Introduction to the 3D Environment using Virtual Reality, Modelling for Virtual Reality, Preparing your 3D Data for Virtualization and Full Immersion, Design Validation through Virtual Reality, Presenting your data in Virtual Reality.

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Admission Requirements

Articulation Options

On successful completion of this qualification, you can articulate into the following:

  • Direct access into the National Diploma: Architectural Technology NQF6 at second year level. 
  • Entry into an appropriate qualification at a Higher Education institution, is dependent on the minimum entry requirements of that institution and at their own discretion on a case by case basis. 

Hardware Requirements

Please note that you are required to have your own computer for this qualification. AIE, in partnership with Dell and TripleH committed to supplying every student with a Dell laptop to support our DigitalCampus initiative. Available exclusively to AIE students, devices can now be financed with your tuition fees. We provide three models:

 

 

  • MEDIUMMedium Spec, Dell Latitude 3510, i7, 8GB
  • HIGHHigh Spec, Dell Latitude 3510, i7, 16GB

R19 000.00Learn More

The foundation for intense graphic and processor heavy tasks.

10th Generation Intel Core i7-10510U (4 Core, 8M cache, base 1.8GHz, to 4.9GHz), 15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) Anti-Glare LED-Backlit Non-touch, Camera & Microphone, Power Button with Touch Fingerprint Reader, 8GB,1x8GB, DDR4 Non-ECC, DDR4, M.2 256GB PCIe NVMe Class 35 Solid State Drive, 1Nvidia GeForce MX230 w/2GB GDDR5 Graphics Memory, 4 Cell 53Whr Express Charge Capable Battery, Windows 10 Pro (64 Bit), 1Y Collect and Return Service

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Same foundation, more memory...for those who want to get a little more serious.

10th Generation Intel Core i7-10510U (4 Core, 5.6" FHD WVA (1920 x 1080) Anti-Glare Non-Touch, Camera & Microphone, Power Button with Touch Fingerprint Reader, 16GB,2x8GB, DDR4 Non-ECC, 15.6" LCD Display Back Cover, WLAN, M.2 256GB PCIe NVMe Class 35 Solid State Drive, Nvidia GeForce MX230 w/2GB GDDR5 Graphics Memory, Windows 10 Pro (64 Bit), 1Y Collect and Return Service

Salaries & Skills

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* All statistics are derived from www.payscale.com

  • Pricing & Payment Options

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  • Duration

    Full Time

    • Full Time, Contact (Hybrid) Learning, 12 Months ,120 Credits
    • Full Time, Online Learning, 12 Months ,120 Credits

    Part-Time

    • Part Time, Flexi Online Learning, ± 12 Months, 120 credits
    • Classes conducted after hours once a week online (studio sessions on selected Saturdays (hybrid) for part time students only)

    * Class structures are subject to change without notification. 

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  • Career Options

    • Architectural Draughtsperson
    • Draughting Office Manager
    • Spatial Planner
    • Interior Designer
    • Building Inspector
    • 3D Modeller & Visualization Expert

  • Study Kit

    Your study kit is included in your fees and will contain:

      

    • Free WIFI (Unlimited, On-Campus only). 
    • Autodesk student license valid for 1 year.
    • Adobe student license valid for 1 year. 
    • USB 32GB with all required software applications. 
    • Stationery including: 
      • AIE Pen
      • AIE Notepad 
      • AIE Pencil Bag (30cm)
      • UNI Pin Fine Liner (0.05mm, 0.2mm, 0.3mm, 0.5mm, 0.8mm) 
      • A4 Bleedproof Sketchpad - 50 Sheets
      • A3 Bleedproof Sketchpad - 50 Sheets
      • A3 Tracing paper - 30 Sheets
      • Monte marte pencils 12 pack/ Staedler traditional sketch pencil
      • Derwent piece Artist Pencils 12 pack
      • A2 Cutting Mat
      • NT Cutter
      • Steel Ruler - 30cm
      • Scale Ruler
      • A2 Portfolio Bag - Shoulder Strap no rings
    • Electronic Study Guides
    • Orientation kit including: Student Card, Welcome Letter, Getting Started Guide
    • Access to myAIE student portal and student support team via phone, email and tickets
    • VR Goggles  

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What you get

This qualification is designed to provide the student with multiple certificates
and qualifications, both locally and internationally recognised by industry for maximum employability.

 

On completion the student will earn: 

  • • National Certificate: Architectural Technology, NQF Level 5, SAQA ID: 48734, 120 Credits 
  • • International Autodesk Software Certificates: AutoCAD Essentials, Autodesk Revit Architeture, Autodesk 3D Studio Max  
  • • Signed Practical logbook for students who complete the Practicals: Land Survey, Plumbing & Electrical Wiring (only included in the Full Time Fees) 

Our Learning Methods

Our learning methods is a technology mediated delivery model, focused on flexibility, accessibility, and academic support to provide the ultimate learning experience without compromising teaching time and quality.

#Flexibility

#AnywhereAnytime

#Accessibility

#StudentSupport

Full Time, Contact
(Hybrid) Learning

A modern twist on traditional face-to-face, full-time learning. Our contact classes are delivered via Hybrid learning, providing students with the flexibility to attend on campus, virtually, or both.

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Full Time, Online
Learning

Extending our reach with online only, full time learning. Our progressive technology platform and people-supported academic journey giving students access to our classes from anywhere in the world.

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Part Time, Flexi Online
Learning

Designed for the working professional, our part time programmes provide you with the flexibility to manger your own schedule and pace of learning. Sessions are conducted after hours on selected weekdays, and on alternate Saturdays.

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Career Video

Watch this video to understand a day in the life of an Architectural Draughtsman. 

Important Notes

AIE (Academic Institute of Excellence) has been granted provisional registration as a private college in terms of Section 31(3) of the CET Act and Regulation 12(4), with registration number 2018/FE07/003 for a period of three years. 

This programme is accredited, and quality assured by the Construction SETA (CETA), accreditation number  # ACC/17/07/00016

The AIE is registered with the DHET as a Private TVET College, which means we only offer occupational qualifications that are accredited by Umalusi, the (QCTO) Quality Council for Trades and Occupations, any of the SETAs and other Regulatory Bodies that have had their qualifications accredited by the QCTO.

Occupational qualifications that fall within the domain of any SETA, are NOT accredited by a Professional Body Regulator, such as SACAP.

Theory Modules:

  • Architectural Design
  • Construction Technology & Detailing
  • Architectural Representation & Draughting
  • Computer Applications
  • History & Theory of Architecture
  • Communication in Architecture
  • Entrepreneurship

 

 

Practical Modules (1 week each):

  • Workshop Safety 
  • Land Surveying   
  • Plumbing and Water Reticulation  
  • Electrical Wiring 

 

ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICAL PROGRAMS Learn More

 

* Please note that practical modules do not apply to part-time or correspondence students but can be requested at an extra cost.

 

 

Software Modules:

  • AutoCAD Essentials  
Autocad
  • Autodesk Revit Essentials 
Revit
  • Adobe: Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign Introduction 
  • Microsoft Office: Word, Excel & PowerPoint 
  
  • 3DS Max 

          3DS max

 

 

 

On Exit: Workplace Preparation Module

You will only attend the WPM on your exit year. The Workplace Preparation Module is designed for students to acquire the requisite skills and attributes to help you integrate into the world of work more easily. Move from the world of education to the world of work with essential and/or specialized skills that will improve your employment (or self-employment) prospects. This program is done for all students and consist of:

 

 

Modules covered:

  • Preparing for an interview;
  • Conduct and Behaviour During an Interview;
  • Communication Skills;
  • Understanding Legislation;
  • Preparing the CV that Everybody Wants to See;
  • Using Social Media;
  • Starting the Job seeking Journey
  • Registering on our recruitment portal. 
  • Campus
    Registration Close Date
    Start Date
    Type
  • 31 January 2022
    07 February 2022
    Full Time, Contact
  • 31 January 2022
    07 February 2022
    Full Time, Contact
  • 31 January 2022
    07 February 2022
    Full Time, Contact
  • 31 January 2022
    07 February 2022
    Full Time, Online
  • 31 January 2022
    07 February 2022
    Part Time, Online

Delivery Method: 
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