DIPLOMA

ARCHITECTURAL DRAUGHTING

Transform Your Ideas into Architectural Wonders with Architectural Draughting.
  • Full-time: 2 years
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  • SAQA ID: 21153
  • NQF: 3 - 6
  • LEVEL: 101 - 202
Why Choose the Diploma Programme?
If you’re passionate about improving building designs and enjoy bringing your sketches to life, a career in architectural draughting could be your calling. Architectural Draughtsmen play a vital role in creating architectural designs and plans based on architects’ specifications. This programme equips you with essential Computer Applications (Revit) skills and guides you in turning concepts into tangible, stunning structures.

Course Information

You may enter the programme, with:

  • A National Senior Certificate with Mathematics, Geography/Engineering Graphics & Design/Civil Technology
  • A Senior Certificate with Mathematics, Geography/Engineering Graphics & Design/Civil Technology
  • An FET, or an N2 Certificate in the relevant specialisation area

The Diploma in Architectural Draughting is accredited by the Quality Council for Trade and Occupations (QCTO). The QCTO is a public entity responsible for quality assurance and the oversight of the design, accreditation, implementation, assessment and certification of occupational qualifications, part-qualifications and skills programmes.

Certificates are issued by Berea Technical College (BTC). Berea Technical College is accredited by Umalusi Council of Quality Assurance in General and Further Education and Training and by the Quality Council for Trade and Occupations. Programmes are fully accredited with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).

  • Architectural Draughtsman – Pay Estimate: +/- R200 000 to R500 000 a year
  • Project Manager/Designer – Pay Estimate: +/- R180 000 to R400 000 a year
1st Year 1st Semester Subjects Architectural Graphics and Technology, Surveying, History of Architecture, Mathematics, Computer Practice, Communication 101
1st Year 2nd Semester Subjects Architectural Graphics and Technology, Surveying, Computer Applications (ArchiCAD), Advertising and Promotions, Construction Technology, Theory of Structures 102
2nd Year 1st Semester Subjects Architectural Graphics and Technology, Computer Applications (ArchiCAD), Planning Design, Construction Management, Geography, Computer Applications (AutoCAD) 201
2nd Year 2nd Semester Subjects Architectural Graphics and Technology, Computer Applications (AutoCAD), Computer Applications (ArchiCAD), Planning Design, Drawing Office Procedures, Construction Management 202
Contact a career consultant on campus or online, who will take you through the affordable Diploma pricing structure and explain our flexible payment options.
Customised study materials which meet the programme outcomes can be accessed from the Learner Management System, Moodle. A prescribed book list is available from the academic manager at the start of the programme, although the study guide available on Moodle will sufficiently cover the exam requirements.
Moodle is an online platform where registered students receive their study materials and other online support material with zero data costs.
  • Explore engaging online content, crafted by subject matter experts.
  • Access to customised academic repository with assignments, videos and PowerPoint lessons.
  • 24-hour access.

Once you have achieved the Diploma professional training, you can progress to other programmes offered by us or you can earn credits from public tertiary education institutions.

Refer to the SAQA fact sheet for more options to study further.

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