Anoka Technical College Architectural Technology program offers three award options: Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, diploma, and a certificate.
Graduates learn skills and technology which can be applied to a wide variety of careers in the design construction industry, including employment with architectural and engineering firms, residential builders and construction material suppliers.
Why Study Architectural Technology at Anoka Tech?
Program offered online with part-time options
Hands-on training from industry experts
Affordable, flexible learning options
Industry & Career Outlook
Potential Jobs:
- Drafter
- Architectural Drafter
- CAD Operator
- Construction Designer
Salary Information:
Median Wage: $32.00 per hour
Top Earners: $44.96 per hour
Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at mn.gov/deed.
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Students can choose to complete this program part-time. Part-time students will take longer to complete their program than students who follow the full-time sequence listed on the official program guide. Because every course may not be offered each semester, it is important for part-time students to reach out to their faculty advisors for help in planning their long-term, part-time course sequence.
Below, new students can find the first semester part-time course options. After the first semester, work with your faculty advisor to plan future semesters.
First Semester Course Options
Fall Semester
ARCH 1000, ARCH 1002, CEST 1030
Spring Semester
ARCH 1004, ARCH 1015, ARCH 1002
Note that options differ depending on whether you plan to start in the fall or spring semester.
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Anoka Technical College Architectural Technology program offers three award options: Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, diploma, and a certificate.
Graduates learn skills and technology which can be applied to a wide variety of careers in the design construction industry, including employment with architectural and engineering firms, residential builders and construction material suppliers.
Why Study Architectural Technology at Anoka Tech?
Program offered online with part-time options
Hands-on training from industry experts
Affordable, flexible learning options
Potential Jobs:
- Drafter
- Architectural Drafter
- CAD Operator
- Construction Designer
Salary Information:
Median Wage: $32.00 per hour
Top Earners: $44.96 per hour
Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at mn.gov/deed.
Other Program Info
Students can choose to complete this program part-time. Part-time students will take longer to complete their program than students who follow the full-time sequence listed on the official program guide. Because every course may not be offered each semester, it is important for part-time students to reach out to their faculty advisors for help in planning their long-term, part-time course sequence.
Below, new students can find the first semester part-time course options. After the first semester, work with your faculty advisor to plan future semesters.
First Semester Course Options
Fall Semester
ARCH 1000, ARCH 1002, CEST 1030
Spring Semester
ARCH 1004, ARCH 1015, ARCH 1002
Note that options differ depending on whether you plan to start in the fall or spring semester.
Take the Next Step
Are you ready to learn more about becoming a student at Anoka Tech? Request info to receive program-specific information, connect with admissions and learn more about paying for college.
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The Anoka Technical College Architectural 2D CAD certificate is a 16-credit program that consists of technical courses designed to develop specific 2D CAD skills related to the fields of architectural, engineering, contracting, and other design-construction fields. Students receive hands-on training in industry standard computer-aided drafting software (AutoCAD).
Why Study Architectural Technology at Anoka Tech?
Program offered online with part-time options
Hands-on training from industry experts
Affordable, flexible learning options
Potential Jobs:
- Drafter
- Architectural Drafter
- CAD Operator
- Construction Designer
Salary Information:
Median Wage: $32.00 per hour
Top Earners: $44.96 per hour
Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at mn.gov/deed.
Other Program Info
Students can choose to complete this program part-time. Part-time students will take longer to complete their program than students who follow the full-time sequence listed on the official program guide. Because every course may not be offered each semester, it is important for part-time students to reach out to their faculty advisors for help in planning their long-term, part-time course sequence.
Below, new students can find the first semester part-time course options. After the first semester, work with your faculty advisor to plan future semesters.
First Semester Course Options
Fall Semester
ARCH 1000, ARCH 1002, CEST 1030
Spring Semester
ARCH 1004, ARCH 1015, ARCH 1002
Note that options differ depending on whether you plan to start in the fall or spring semester.
Take the Next Step
Are you ready to learn more about becoming a student at Anoka Tech? Request info to receive program-specific information, connect with admissions and learn more about paying for college.
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Start Dates:
Fall semester: August
Spring semester: January*
*Students who start in the spring will need more time to complete due to course prerequisites.