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Architecture & Construction Management

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Overview

This program teaches students the basic aspects of planning, preparing, and interpreting the drawings and sketches that are used for architectural, structural, electrical, topographical, and other purposes. Instruction is centered around creating architectural drawings and managing projects using AutoCAD, Revit, and other software applications. In addition to digital modeling, students create physical models to better understand spatial relationships. Students will also have the opportunity to earn college credits through our dual enrollment program.

Possible Certifications

  • Autodesk Certified User

  • OSHA Certification

Career Opportunities

Below are the potential job opportunities for students graduating from this program. Foundational careers are those that can usually be obtained immediately after high school with the industry-recognized certifications earned at York Tech. Technical careers typically require the industry-recognized certifications earned at York Tech plus a two-year associates degree. Professional careers typically require the industry-recognized certifications earned at York Tech and a four-year college degree (or more).


  • Foundational Careers

    • Surveying & Mapping Technician

    • Architectural & Civil Drafter

    • Building Inspector Assistant

    • Engineering Technician Assistant

    • EWP & Truss Designer

    • Kitchen & Bath Designer

    • Mechanical Drafter

    • Electrical Drafter

    • Landscaping Worker

    • Construction Trades Worker

  • Technical Careers

    • Civil Engineering Technician

    • Mechanical Design Technician

    • Landscape Design Technician

    • Urban Planning Technician

    • Set & Exhibit Design Technician

    • Interior Design Technician

    • Industrial Design Technician

    • HVAC Design Technician

    • BIM Technician

    • CAD Specialist

  • Professional Careers

    • Architect

    • Civil Engineer

    • Construction Manager

    • Urban Planning and Development

    • Structural Engineer

    • Landscape Architect

    • Environmental Engineer

    • Surveyor

    • Industrial Engineer

    • Postsecondary Architectural Teacher

What to Expect

This is a standalone program that does not rotate with any other programs. Students accepted into it will take Architecture & Construction Management courses during all four years at York Tech, with the exception being students who participate in a co-op opportunity during their senior year.

Uniform

Students at York Tech are required to wear a uniform at all times. While in their shop classes, they must wear the uniform designated by the program instructor. At all other times, students may wear their shop uniform OR York Tech apparel, which is sold through the School Store and the Fan Shop. Please review the Student Handbook for a full explanation of the dress code. 


The specific uniform requirements for Architecture & Construction Management can be viewed below. All items that are hyperlinked must be purchased from the online store associated with the link. Items not hyperlinked may be purchased from any retailer, unless noted otherwise.


Required Items* 


Optional Items* 


*Some items sold in the Fan Shop, such as hats, may not be worn during school. Please review the Student Handbook for a full explanation of the dress code.

How to Apply

More information about how to submit an application for York Tech's full-time high school programs can be found on the full-time admissions web page.

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