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Certificate · 35 Weeks · Online · Kelowna, BC

Become an Architectural Technologist in
35 Weeks.


Online, hands-on training in Revit, AutoCAD, BIM and AI in architecture. Graduate job-ready with a portfolio and a 4-week practicum, and step into a stable, in-demand BC career.


  • 01 Master Revit, AutoCAD, BIM and generative-design AI tools
  • 02 Draft permit-ready drawings to the BC Building Code
  • 03 31 weeks online + a real 4-week practicum, portfolio included
  • 04 No prior drafting experience needed. Start on your schedule

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RFI-01
What you'll get
  • Full course outline + tuition and financing details
  • Fall start dates and how online delivery works
  • A call with an advisor, answers within one business day
What you'll master

Skills that go straight onto a drafting team.

SHEET A-02
01

Revit & AutoCAD

Draft, model and document buildings in the software firms use every day, from fundamentals to advanced.

02

AI in architecture

Use AI and generative-design tools for concept generation, visualization and workflow optimization.

03

Permit-ready packages

Produce complete construction and permit drawing sets a firm can actually submit.

04

BC Building Code

Read and apply the BC Building Code and municipal zoning bylaws with confidence.

05

Building science

Understand materials, structures, and electrical/mechanical systems, plus estimating and inspection.

06

Portfolio & practicum

Finish with a two-part capstone, a real 4-week practicum, and a portfolio built for interviews.

Tools you'll use every week
Autodesk Revit AutoCAD BIM workflows Generative-design AI Microsoft Office
Inside the program

19 courses, built around what employers need.

SHEET A-03

Software & AI

  • Computer & Math Fundamentals
  • AutoCAD Fundamentals
  • Revit Fundamentals, Intermediate & Advanced
  • AI in Architecture

Building knowledge

  • BC Building Code & Zoning Bylaws
  • Building Science & Construction Methods
  • Building Science & Materials
  • Building Structures
  • Electrical & Mechanical Systems
  • Estimating & Construction Management
  • Building Inspection Principles

Professional & real-world

  • Technical Communications
  • Portfolio Development
  • Capstone: Design & Drafting Package
  • Capstone: Presentation & Review
  • Professional Practice & Industry Orientation
  • Practicum (4 weeks, in a real workplace)
Why this program

Built to get you working sooner.

SHEET A-04

Start in weeks, not on a waitlist

Skip the long queues and competitive admission of larger schools. Enrol and begin online this fall.

Learn around your life

Live online classes over 31 weeks, so you can keep working while you train.

No experience required

Whether you're starting out or changing careers, you start from the fundamentals.

AI-integrated curriculum

A full AI-in-architecture course and generative-design workflows built in, not bolted on.

Real 4-week practicum

Supervised, hands-on experience in a professional workplace before you graduate.

Portfolio that gets interviews

Leave with a professional portfolio tailored to what BC employers ask for.

WHERE IT LEADS

Graduate ready for real roles.

SHEET A-05
Start your career as
  • Architectural Technologist 01
  • Drafting Technician 02
  • CAD / BIM Technician 03
  • Building Design Technician 04
  • Residential Design Assistant 05
Grow into
  • Senior Drafter
  • BIM Coordinator
  • Building Designer
  • Design Team Lead
Program at a glance
Credential
Certificate
Length
35 weeks (31 online + 4-week practicum)
Delivery
Online — live (synchronous) classes
Software
Revit, AutoCAD, AI tools (access included)
Next start
October 5, 2026
Tuition
Payment plans & financing available
Entry
No drafting experience required

Financing that fits your budget.

Your tuition includes access to the professional software you'll train on. We make it manageable, and an advisor will walk you through the full breakdown and any funding you may qualify for.

  • Flexible payment plans available
  • Pay in full before your start date and your financing fee is waived
  • Software access included in tuition
  • Ask about funding and grant options for your situation
Architectural technologist reviewing drawings Student working on architectural plans
BC EQA and Designated institution marks

A designated BC institution. Designation means the college meets strict provincial standards for educational quality, programs approved for industry relevance, qualified instructors, and recognition by employers across the country.

Your professional pathway

You'll graduate ready for architectural and building-technology roles. With additional supervised work experience and successful completion of required examinations, graduates may be eligible to apply for Architectural Technologist (AIBC) registration through the Architectural Institute of British Columbia.

BERFORE YOU ASK

Straight answers to common questions.

SHEET A-06
Do I need experience or a portfolio to start?
No. The program starts from the fundamentals, computer, math and AutoCAD basics, so it's built for people changing careers or starting fresh out of high school. You'll build your portfolio during the program.
Is it really online? How does that work?
Yes. It's 31 weeks of live online classes you attend by video on a set schedule, followed by a 4-week practicum in a real workplace. You'll need a webcam, microphone, headset and reliable high-speed internet.
What kind of computer do I need?
Because you'll run professional BIM software (Autodesk Revit), you need a capable Windows PC, Windows 11, 16 GB+ RAM, and a dedicated graphics card. Macs and Chromebooks aren't suitable for this software. Your info pack includes the full specification so you can check your device before you start.
How much does it cost, and can I finance it?
Tuition includes access to the software you train on. Flexible payment plans are available, and if you pay in full before your start date your financing fee is waived. Request your info pack for the full tuition breakdown, and an advisor will go over funding options with you.
Is this a recognized credential?
College for Arts and Technology is a designated BC institution, which means it meets strict provincial standards for quality and industry relevance. Graduates may also pursue Architectural Technologist (AIBC) registration with additional supervised experience and required exams.
When does the next intake start?
The next intake starts October 5, 2026 and seats are limited. Request your info pack now and an advisor will confirm dates and hold your place while you decide.
 

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