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Architectural technology professionals (technicians and technologists) work with architects and other professionals on building projects.

• Architectural technicians apply building technology to construction and design, including materials selection, methods of construction and how the building will perform under use. They support technologists and other professionals.
• Architectural technologists have a wider range of skills than technicians, and contribute more to the design and construction process, including contract management, certification and post construction. They are involved in the management process from beginning to end.
• Duties are wide ranging and include finding out what the client wants, completing site surveys, turning designs into detailed technical instructions for builders to use, and checking construction work.

Working hours are typically 9am to 5pm, five days a week. Technicians/technologists spend most of their time in the office. The rest of their time is spent visiting clients and sites.

Salaries range from about £13,500 to £15,500 for new entrants, to more than £30,000 for experienced technicians/technologists.

An architectural technology professional should:

• be able to draw freehand and using a computer
• be able to visualise objects in three dimensions (3D)
• have an interest in design, science and technology.

 There are over 6,500 architectural technology professionals and students registered with the British Institute of Architectural Technologists (BIAT). Most of them work in architectural practices and local authorities.

Architectural technology professionals need to complete a relevant qualification such as a degree, higher national qualification or NVQ/SVQ Level 4 in architectural technology.

There is no upper age limit to architectural technology. Mature applicants may be accepted on courses without the usual minimum entry requirements, particularly if they have relevant experience. Training may be work based.

Architectural technology professionals can be promoted to senior posts, which may include responsibility for supervising staff. It is possible for an architectural technologist to set up their own practice, or work as a consultant.

 

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