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HND: Architectural Technology

The Higher National Diploma (HND) in Architectural Technology, at SCQF level 8, extends upon the foundational knowledge and skills acquired in the Higher National Certificate (HNC). This program encompasses a range of subjects, including the impact on the evolution of Scottish architecture, construction technology (both in domestic construction and specialised systems), mathematics, Scottish construction law, and the regulatory control of building. The successful completion of the course allows you to pursue the full honours degree at one of our partner Universities. This qualification provides a pathway for graduates to apply for Chartered Membership with CIAT (Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists).

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Level:

SCQF Level 8

Duration:

  • One year full-time.
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What skills will I learn?

This is a mainly theory-based course which includes the important knowledge and skills for successful employment. These are studied in the context of the practical and theoretical classes, including the following:
  • Design Sketching and Drawing
  • Architectural Procedures
  • Architectural Technology
  • Influences on the Development of Scottish Architecture
  • Building Services in Large Buildings
  • CAD
  • Construction Materials and Specification
  • Design of Building Structures
  • Mathematics for the Built Environment
  • Personal Development Planning
  • Statutory Control of Buildings
  • Sustainability
  • Modern Methods of Construction

What will I study?

This is a mainly theory-based course which includes the important knowledge and skills for successful employment. These are studied in the context of the practical and theoretical classes, including the following:
  • Architecture: Influences on the Development of Scottish Architecture
  • Building Measurement and Cost Studies
  • Building Science
  • Construction Industry Fundamentals
  • Construction Site Surveying
  • Construction Technology: Specialist Systems
  • Fire Safety in Buildings
  • Scottish Law for Construction
  • Conversion and Adaptation of Building
  • Construction Contracts: Conditions and Procedures
  • Structural Mechanics
  • Architectural Technology: Graded Unit 2
  • Health and Safety in Construction Quality in Construction
  • Site Administration

Application Information

What further study options are available?

  • It is possible to progress to the BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology degree at one of our partner Universities from this course - see our HE and Degree Pathways guide for more information.

What career opportunities are there?

  • Architectural technician/technologist via the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists’ Professional and Occupational Performance Record (known as a CIAT POP Record)
  • Building standards technician.
  • Revit/computer aided design (CAD) technician within the construction industry.
  • Technical trainee with private, local authority, government, military, or academic employers in the industry.