The Architectural Technology certificate involves the study of residential construction practices and Computer Aided Drawing (CAD), using AutoCAD software.

With constant changes in computer-aided drawing technology, it is vital to keep pace. The department is equipped with 50 State of the Art computers on the NT network, 2 D-size inkjet color plotters, laser printers, color inkjet printers, scanners, digital camera and capability for video clipping input and output.

Graduates of the certificate program receive skills that enable them to work with lumber yards, building suppliers, and entry-level cad operating positions.

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The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, (800) 621-7440, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504.

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Semester order by campus: Thief River Falls

1. Student will read, review, and interpret construction documents.
2. Student will complete a restrictive set of construction drawings using computer-aided drawing software.
3. Student will use appropriate reference material and code checklist to analyze applicable building codes, zoning ordinances, and accessibility requirements.
4. Student will use a preliminary sheet index list to determine drawings necessary to complete a basic project in correct sequential order.
5. Student will schedule appropriate use of time using drawing sheet index and preliminary deadline dates.

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