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Architectural technician
Architectural technicians work closely with architectural teams to create blueprints and technical plans on building projects.
Average salary (a year)
£20000
Starter
£40000
Experienced
Typical hours (a week)
37.0 to 40.0 hours
a week
Work Hours
evenings
occasionally
How to become
Explore the different ways to get into this role
You can get into this job through:a university course; a college course; an apprenticeship; working towards this role
University
You can take a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in a subject like
architectural design and technology, construction and the built environment, architectural technology
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
  • 1 or 2 A levels, or equivalent, for a foundation degree or higher national diploma
  • 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
More Information
equivalent entry requirements|https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels
student finance for fees and living costs|https://www.gov.uk/student-finance
university courses and entry requirements|https://www.ucas.com/
College
You could do a college course, which could teach you some of the skills you'll need in this job. You might then go on to study for a higher national certificate or diploma, or apply for an apprenticeship.
Courses include
3D computer-aided design, built environment design, construction and the built environment, T level in Design, Surveying, and Planning for Construction
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
    Apprenticeship
    You could apply for a place on one of the following apprenticeships
    Digital Engineering Technician Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship, Construction Design and Build Technician Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship
    These take around 3 years to complete and include a mix of training on the job and off-site study.
    Entry requirements
    You'll usually need:
    • 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
    • 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship
    More Information
    equivalent entry requirements|https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels
    guide to apprenticeships|https://www.gov.uk/apprenticeships-guide
    Work
    Employers may take you on as a trainee if you have 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and 2 A levels, in subjects like maths, science, IT and technology. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted.
    They would then support you through training to gain your technician qualifications.
    More Information
    Career Tips
    It can help if you've got experience in the construction industry and knowledge of computer-aided design.
    Professional And Industry Bodies
    When you've completed an approved course you can apply for associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists.
    What it takes
    Find out what skills you’ll use in this role
    Skills and knowledge
    You'll need:
      Design skills and knowledge
      To be thorough and pay attention to detail
      Knowledge of building and construction
      Thinking and reasoning skills
      Knowledge of engineering science and technology
      Maths skills
      Excellent verbal communication skills
      The ability to work well with others
    Digital Skills Level
    to be able to use a computer and the main software packages confidently
    What you will do
    Discover the day-to-day tasks you’ll do in this role
    Day to day tasks
    As an architectural technician, you would
    organise technical data collected from the project team, develop specifications for building work, create construction plans using computer-aided design (CAD) software, prepare feasibility studies, and applications for approval by regulatory bodies, give technical advice to the project team, visit sites to check on progress
    Working environment
    You could work on a construction site or in an office.
    Career Path & Progression
    Look at progression in this role and similar opportunities
    With experience, you could become a senior technician and lead a team, or continue your studies, while working, to qualify as an architectural technologist or become an architect.
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