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Architectural Modeling and Design Technology

Imagine it. Design it. Build it.

About Our Department

The Architectural Modeling & Design Technology program prepares students for careers in construction-related industries, such as architectural drafting, CAD/BIM management, construction estimating, construction-related sales and project coordination.

The program includes classroom and hands-on training in computer-aided drafting for residential and commercial buildings, estimating, structural design, mechanical and electrical systems for buildings, presentation techniques, and renovation & design.

Students will learn and become proficient in the following software: AutoCAD (2D drafting software), Revit Architecture (3D building information modeling software), Bluebeam Revu (PDF markup, editing and collaboration software), and On Screen Take-Off (digital estimating software). Other software students will be exposed to includes Lumion (rendering software), Twinmotion (rendering software), SketchUp (3D modeling software) and ProCore (construction management documentation software). All software is provided to the students at no additional cost.

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You’ll get all the practical experience you need to construct your perfect career in just two years.

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Associate of Applied Science

Architectural Modeling and Design Technology

Get hands-on experiences in computer-aided drafting (CAD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) for residential and commercial buildings, estimating, structural design, mechanical and electrical systems for buildings, presentation techniques and remodeling.

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“I liked the small classes that allowed the teachers to help every student. If I had a question they could point me in the right direction. The teachers are understanding if you talk to them.”

Danielle / AMDT

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