Architectural Technology and Design

Module Information

Architecture Technology and Design

Award: Level 5 QQI Award: Computer Aided Design 5M1940

Course Content (Module Names and Codes)

This full QQI level 5 award meets the needs of learners who wish to develop a portfolio of valuable skills for entry into studies and careers in the construction and architectural technology area. Architectural Design and Technology Level 5 students will focus on the foundation skills involved in  Architectural Drawing, Computer Aided Design 2D, Design Skills and Building Construction.
These skills will equip learners to find employment in the architectural, engineering and design sectors and/or also progression to third level college courses through the Higher education Links Scheme.

1. Architectural Drawing 5N1558

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to enable the learner to acquire and use architectural drawing skills as a means of communicating ideas, concepts and details in an architectural discipline.

Assessment: Project (40%), Portfolio/Collection of Work (60%).

2. Building Construction 5N1570

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to apply structural principles and techniques to the construction of a domestic dwelling.

Assessment: Skills Demonstration (60%), Examination - Theory (40%).

3. Computer Aided Draughting (2D) 5N1604

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to utilise computer technology as a design tool and a presentation media.

Assessment: Project (50%), Portfolio/Collection of Work (50%).

4. Design Skills 5N0784

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to understand the strategies inherent in the design process and generate creative responses to design briefs.

Assessment: Project (40%), Portfolio/Collection of Work (60%)

5. Mathematics 5N1833

You might need maths to gain a place in a third level college, or you might just want to brush up on the numeracy skills that are going to give you the advantage in any business or marketing environment. As part of your maths classes, you will learn about all branches of maths, and will focus on applying maths to real life, through studying topics like statistics and probability. Course content is similar to Leaving Certificate Ordinary Level. At QQI Level 5, however, we can move at a slower pace and you will get personal attention.  

Assessment:  Assignment (2) (60%), Examination - Theory Based (40%)

6. Spreadsheets Methods 5N1977

Knowledge of the Excel spreadsheet application will be invaluable to you if you work with numbers regularly. It will help you to do calculations, to analyse data and to present data in a way that is visual and easy to understand by means of charts. You will be required to design and create a spreadsheet for a specific fictitious situation.

Assessment: Project (50%), Examination - Practical (50%) 

7. Work Experience 5N1356

Prepare for a work placement under supervision for a limited time. This comprises of a skills audit, achievement audit, rights and responsibilities, vocational area study, an evaluation of work placement and future career options. A Work Placement of 10 working days or 60 hours must be arranged.

Assessment:  Portfolio/Collection of Work (60%), Skills Demonstration (40%)

8. Communications 5N0690  

This module explores the role of communication in human interaction in theory and practice. Students are facilitated to gain relevant knowledge, skills, and competence to communicate verbally and nonverbally in standard everyday tasks and in work-related situations. Students will have the opportunity to develop important vocational related skills such as report writing, report reading, listening, and speaking skills (through oral presentation, interviews, group work) and modern information communication technology.

Assessment: Collection of work (50%) and Skills Demonstration (50%).