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Design your future by building, creating, and innovating in the field of architecture.
Northland’s Architectural Technology & Design A.A.S. program prepares you for a dynamic career in architecture, construction management, or industrial technology. Whether you're entering the workforce or planning to transfer to a university, this program offers a strong foundation in both technical and creative skills. You’ll learn to draft blueprints, model structures in 3D, estimate project costs, and collaborate with design teams—skills that apply across the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industries. The curriculum includes liberal arts courses from the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum, giving you flexibility to continue your education.
Program at a glance
Degree Type: A.A.S.
Credits: 69
Est. Time to Complete: 2 years
Format: Face-to-face
Location: East Grand Forks
Laptop Requirement:
Optional
High-demand opportunities with stability and growth potential; a career in the building trades sets you up for success in a field that is always in demand.
Northland Building Trades Programs
Architectural technologists and designers play a critical role in shaping the built environment. Explore career paths, salary potential, and industry trends that make this field an exciting choice for your future.
Northland graduates can work in diverse settings, including:
Start as an architectural drafter or technologist and advance into specialized roles with experience or additional certifications. Common paths include:
Leadership roles such as project manager or design team lead are also attainable with experience.
Architectural technology and design careers offer stability with exciting opportunities driven by innovation and sustainability. Here’s what the future looks like for this field:
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