Courses
Architectural Technology-2025/2026
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| ARCH-1001 | Architectural Design 1 | 3 | ||
| This course is an introduction to the elements and principles of design as they relate to Small Buildings. The basic design elements and principles of architectural language, scale, function, circulation, spatial relationships and activities will be studied through stand-alone and project assignments. | ||||
| BIMM-1003 | Architectural Software 1 | 4 | ||
| This course will develop student's knowledge of Building Integrated Modelling (BIM) techniques and using BIM software. Students will perform and develop architectural BIM models. Using BIM software, the students will develop architectural BIM models for various building construction types. | ||||
| WRIT-1039 | Reason & Writing 1-Technology | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce technology students to essential principles of reading, writing, and reasoning at the postsecondary level. Students will identify, summarize, analyze, and evaluate multiple short readings and write persuasive response essays to develop their vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and critical thinking. | ||||
| DRAF-1059 | Architectural Fundamentals 1 | 3 | ||
| In this course, students will develop the skills necessary to read and produce architectural working drawings. Exercises and small projects will be produced using industry standards of practice. Blueprint exercises will be completed to practice reading/interpreting industry standards and construction methods. | ||||
| MATS-1002 | Materials & Methods 1 | 3 | ||
| This introductory course allows students to gain technical knowledge of common building materials and methods used in the architectural, engineering and construction industry. Students will identify; list; assess and qualify common building materials used for building construction used for various types of construction projects. | ||||
| MATH-1222 | Statics | 2 | ||
| In this course, the student will study forces, types of force systems, vectors, resultants, components, equilibrants, simple structures, method of joints, force diagrams, moments, equilibrium, beam and truss reactions, concentrated loads, and distributed loads. | ||||
| ARCH-1006 | History of Architecture | 3 | ||
| This course is a study of architectural development beginning with ancient and classical architecture, continuing with medieval and renaissance architecture, and concluding with post renaissance, international and modern architecture. Significant developments in style, technology, and techniques of construction will also be studied. | ||||
| MATH-1036 | Mathematics in Technology 1 | 3 | ||
| Students explore the following topics: scientific notation, estimation, basic algebra, trigonometry and radian measure applications solutions of right triangles and carry out mathematical applications in Architectural, Civil and Construction Technology. | ||||
| Level 2 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| BIMM-3001 | Architectural Software 2 | 3 | ||
| This course will expand student's knowledge of Building Integrated Modelling (BIM) techniques and practices. Students will apply intermediate architectural and structural techniques while being introduced to building service creation in BIM. Students will perform and develop detailed BIM models for various disciplines. Using BIM software, the students will develop detailed BIM models for various building construction types. | ||||
| ARCH-1030 | Architectural Design & Project 2 | 9 | ||
| Through the use of progressively linked projects for a single storey load bearing wall ICI building with wood framed truss roof, this course continues the study of design by preparing preliminary sketches and presentation drawings, and drafting by preparing a partial set of construction drawings. All drawings for this course will be created using manual drawing or CAD techniques. | ||||
| ARCH-1034 | Ontario Building Code 1 | 3 | ||
| This course is an introduction to the Ontario Building Code and other regulations published by national, provincial and municipal jurisdictions, affecting public safety in buildings. | ||||
| MATS-1007 | Materials & Methods 2 | 3 | ||
| This course will continue to expand on their knowledge of Materials and Methods (MATS-1002) in construction. Students will continue to explore common building materials used in the construction industry by applying knowledge of materials to identify, assess, document; compose and qualify different material usages as part of normal construction phases, methods and practices. | ||||
| MECH-3046 | Mechanics of Materials | 2 | ||
| In this course, the student will study centroids, moment of inertia, section moduli, radii of gyration; shear, tensile and compressive stresses; statically determinate beams; shear force diagrams, bending moment diagrams; design of beams for bending moment, shear, deflection and lateral bending; beam formulae; and columns, slenderness ratio and concentric loads. | ||||
| SFTY-1029 | Health & Safety | 3 | ||
| This course will familiarize students with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Regulations, governing bodies, and safety best practices, relevant to the construction industry in the province of Ontario. | ||||
| ENVR-1017 | Sustainability in the Built Environment | 3 | ||
| This is an introductory course that investigates sustainability in the built environment. Students will explore the topic as it applies to environmental stewardship, professional practices, and certifications as well as investigate sustainable building design, construction, and maintenance approaches and practices. | ||||
| Level 3 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| ARCH-3015 | Architectural Design & Project 3 | 9 | ||
| Using individual projects, this course studies design and construction drawing preparation for an I.C.I project. With given information about site conditions and spatial requirements, students design a two storey steel framed aluminum composition material (ACM) and curtain wall building by preparing preliminary and presentation drawings and a partial set of construction drawings using AutoCAD. | ||||
| ARCH-3018 | Ontario Building Code 2 | 3 | ||
| This course continues the study of the Ontario Building Code and other regulations related to architectural practice. The student will study and apply criteria and requirements of the Ontario Building Code to a variety of building situations, focusing on Part 3. | ||||
| ENGR-3021 | Building Systems-Electrical | 2 | ||
| This course will provide the Architectural student with an understanding of the basic principles of electrical power and lighting for buildings in accordance with codes and accepted industry standards. The course will cover determining service size and distribution of electrical power with emphasis on residential applications, and lighting design with emphasis on commercial/institutional applications. | ||||
| MATS-3009 | Materials & Methods 3 | 3 | ||
| This course continues the study of contemporary materials and methods of construction utilized in a typical industrial, commercial or institutional (ICI) building including the relevant components (foundations, structure, floors, stairs, exterior walls and roofs, openings and interior partitions) and their integration as stick-built and pre-built assemblies. | ||||
| CONS-1012 | Quantities | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce the Architectural Technology student to the process of Quantity Surveying and Estimating from the perspective of the General Contractor for the purposes of completing a stipulated price bid/tender. Items of Site Work, Concrete, Masonry, and Rough Carpentry will be taken off. The components of a detailed contractor's estimate will also be covered. | ||||
| ENGR-1031 | Structural Engineering 1 | 2 | ||
| This course introduces the student to the study of design procedures for the selection of structural steel members for the frame of an industrial or commercial building. The members will include owsj, beams, girders, and columns. Foundation design will also be studied. | ||||
| ENGR-1032 | Building Systems-Mechanical 1 | 3 | ||
| This course introduces the student to the principals involved in the application and design of HVAC and plumbing systems for buildings with regard to human comfort, function, safety, economics, and code compliance. | ||||
| Level 4 | ||||
| Gen Ed - Take a 3 credit General Education elective course | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| ARCH-3016 | Architectural Design & Project 4 | 9 | ||
| Students will individually Design and Document a 2-3 storey Multi-Unit Residential Wood framed building for an infill site. The course continues the study of architectural design process and progresses to the preparation of a partial set of construction drawings. All design and construction documentation will be completed using industry standard authoring software (BIM / CAD) and traditional methods of documentation (Sketching). | ||||
| BIMM-1002 | Virtual Design & Construction 1 | 3 | ||
| Students will explore the concepts of virtual design and construction with focus on implementing BIM; BIM management, BIM Collaboration; digital presentations and as-built recording using scanning technologies. Students will organize, practice and arrange project data in a BIM workflow to maximize project delivery in a variety of project phases. | ||||
| ENGR-3022 | Building Systems-Mechanical 2 | 3 | ||
| This course is a continuation of Building Systems - Mechanical 1 which will provide the student with an understanding of the design, layout and co-ordination of mechanical systems and equipment used in residential & commercial projects. | ||||
| MATS-3010 | Materials & Methods 4 | 3 | ||
| This course continues the study of contemporary materials and methods of construction utilized in residential wood-framed construction including the relevant components (foundations, structure, floors, stairs, exterior walls and roofs, openings and interior partitions) and their integration as stick-built and pre-built assemblies. | ||||
| ENGR-3009 | Structural Engineering 2 | 2 | ||
| In this course, the student will study how to use Part 9 of the Ontario Building Code (2012) to size footings, foundation walls, floor components, wall components and conventional roof components. In addition, students will study how to layout roof trusses on a typical Part 9 building. This course is a co-requisite to the fourth semester Architectural Drafting project. | ||||
| URBN-1025 | Urban Environmental Studies | 2 | ||
| URBN-1025 is an introductory course in the basic principles and effects of urban planning and urban design upon the built environment. | ||||
| Level 5 | ||||
| Gen Ed - Take a 3 credit General Education elective course | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| ARCH-5001 | Building Science 1 | 3 | ||
| A building science course in which students will analyze principles of building enclosure designs related to elements of the indoor and outdoor environments, and service life of materials. | ||||
| ARCH-5009 | Architectural Design & Project 5 | 9 | ||
| Working on an individual project, students will be provided a design scope to retrofit a multi-story commercial building incorporating an existing building/structure. Students will apply design and construction principles by preparing formal design presentations and construction documentation. The project include the corporation of an existing building and must incorporate all relevant codes and zoning information. | ||||
| BIMM-3002 | Virtual Design & Construction 2 | 2 | ||
| Students will continue to explore the concepts of virtual design and construction with focus on BIM management, BIM Collaboration; and as-built recording using scanning technologies. Students will apply foundational BIM techniques to organize, practice; apply and administer project data in a BIM workflow to maximize project delivery. Emphasis will be deploying BIM framework and processes from the project inception phase through its lifecycle. | ||||
| ARCH-1033 | Architectural Practice & Processes 1 | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce the student to computer software and methodologies used in architectural design offices for budget development, real estate development, document tracking and project management. Students will develop budgets, schedules and financial plans using applicable computer software for various building construction types. | ||||
| ENGR-5017 | Structural Engineering 3 | 2 | ||
| The student will study the design and theory of reinforced concrete components. The emphasis will be placed on application of the course material to the design of reinforced concrete components used in buildings. | ||||
| Level 6 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| ARCH-5010 | Architectural Design & Project 6 | 9 | ||
| Working on an individual project, students will be provided with a functional program which requires the student to design a multi-story residential building and associated property site. Students will apply design and construction principles by preparing formal design presentations and construction documentation. The project includes the incorporation sustainable building design and must incorporate all relevant codes and zoning information. All final design and construction documentation will be created using BIM and/or CADD software(s). | ||||
| ARCH-5005 | Building Science 2 | 3 | ||
| ARCH-5005 is a building science course in which students will analyze building enclosure design including air, moisture, and thermal control in wall, window, and roof design. | ||||
| ARCH-3017 | Architectural Practice & Processes 2 | 3 | ||
| This course expands on the curriculum of the Architectural Practices and Processes 1 course and is designed to familiarize the students with business procedures and management principles as they apply to an architectural project. Topics of study to include professionalism, conduct, liability, contracts, insurance, guarantees, labour relations and project management. | ||||
| ARCH-1035 | Specifications | 3 | ||
| This course introduces the student to the use of specifications in the construction industry through the study of specification writing, contract documents, and master specifications. | ||||
| ENGR-5009 | Structural Engineering 4 | 2 | ||
| ENGR-5009 is a continuation of the study of structural engineering principles in which emphasis will be given to design procedures for framing systems commonly used in highrise residential construction. This course is designed to assist the student in the production of drawings related to the sixth semester Architectural Drafting project. | ||||
| COMM-5005 | Technical Report Prod for Bldg Tech'y | 2 | ||
| This course requires the student to perform primary and secondary research in the production and presentation of various types of formal reports. The presentation includes designing a persuasive oral presentation. | ||||
| Co-op Course | ||||
| Take the following Mandatory Course - Normally Taken in Level 1 or 2 | ||||
| COOP-1020 | Co-operative Education Employment Prep | 1 | ||
| This workshop will provide an overview of the Co-operative Education consultants and students' roles and responsibilities as well as the Co-operative Education Policy. It will provide students with employment preparatory skills specifically related to co-operative education work assignments and will prepare students for their work term. | ||||
| Gen Ed - Electives | ||||
| Take 6 General Education Credits - Normally taken in Levels 4 and 5 | ||||
| Program Residency | ||||
| Students Must Complete a Minimum of 37 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and Graduate from this program | ||||