Title of the Programme
The programme shall be bachelor of architectural technology and design (BADT)
- Background
The evolution of architectural forms is influenced by culture and fashion, society and economics, climate and geography, security and self-preservation.
For architecture to be able to respond to these factors, we need to apply technology. In the past, technological limitations imposed restrictions on architecture. These days, technology is almost limitless and architectural expression can develop in exciting ways. Gain a solid understanding of technological progression in construction, and where it sits within the history of architecture. Study and apply design concepts and construction technologies to a range of building problems. Sketch and assess buildings that inspire and inform your work on day and residential field trips. Learn from industry-experienced tutors and work on a series of live briefs for real clients in our well-equipped instrument. Collaborate with students across a range of disciplines and build your professional portfolio with practical design projects. Take a year out to work in a professional practice and gain valuable real-world experience that improves your employability.
- Justification
Drawing on our strong industry connections and competencies, you’ll appreciate architectural theory as you complete practical design projects, delivered in a collaborative studio culture that reflects contemporary architecture practice and workplaces.
- The targeted group includes holders of:
-Advanced Level Certificate of Education; An upper secondary education or equivalent, or a vocational education is required.
-Diplomas in Engineering and other related Science and Technology fields;
-Degrees in the Physical Sciences.
- General Objectives
The general objectives of the programme are to:
-Design Representation
-History of Architecture
-Technology and Design Studio
-Commercial Development
-Procurement and Contract Practice.Specific Objectives
By the end of the programme students should be able to:
- use appropriate building techniques to complete construction projects
- investigate building problems and present appropriate design solutions
- demonstrate confident communication and interpersonal skills
- work efficiently as part of project teams
- use IT to support projects.
- Explore digital technologies shaping the profession, as you gain hands-on experience using key equipment and software packages used by industry professionals
- Enhance your knowledge and eye for good design as you build an awareness of materials, industry regulations, contemporary production methods and end-user requirements
- Explore the role of nature, people and technology in design, and the physical, legal, economic, social and environmental dimensions that impact on the building design process
- Develop key skills in project appraisal, team working, critical analysis and problem solving as you prepare for a professional career role
Duration of the Programme: 4 years and one Year for advanced Diploma student
Courses codes | Courses Names | Credit Units |
| Year one |
|
| Semester one |
|
BADT 002 | Architectural Drawing and Presentation Skills | 4 |
CEN 402 | Computer Application | 4 |
BADT 400 | Theories of Architecture | 4 |
CCA 532 | Ethics and Professional Engineering | 4 |
BBA 011 | Communication Skills | 4 |
BST110 | Introduction to Research Science | 5 |
BADT111 | General English | 5 |
| Semester Two |
|
BADT120 | Architecture Graphics I | 5 |
BADT121 | Architecture Design I and II | 5 |
BADT122 | Principles of Architectural Structures | 5 |
BADT123 | Material Science | 5 |
BADT124 | Engineering Mathematics | 5 |
BADT125 | Field Work | 5 |
|
| 60 |
| Year Two |
|
| Semester one |
|
BBA210 | Computer Aided Design I | 4 |
BADT 211 | Physics | 4 |
BADT212 | Construction Technology in Architecture | 4 |
BADT213 | Building Design and Technology | 4 |
BEN214 | Innovation and Sustainability environment | 4 |
BADT215 | Architecture Design III | 5 |
BADT 216 | Conservation and Refurbishment of Buildings Methodology | 5 |
|
| 60 |
| Semester Two |
|
BADT 220 | Geometry | 6 |
BADT 221 | Professional Practice, the business of Architectural Practice | 6 |
BADT222 | Advanced Research Methodology | 6 |
BADT223 | Architecture Design IV | 6 |
BADT224 | Practical Work(attachment) | 6 |
|
| 60 |
| Year Three |
|
| Semester One |
|
BEN310 | Computer Aided Design II | 5 |
BADT311 | Strengths of Materials | 5 |
BADT312 | Structures Design I | 5 |
BADT313 | Environment Management Skills | 5 |
BADT314 | Architectural Science I | 5 |
BADT315 | Geometry II | 5 |
| Semester Two |
|
BEN320 | Law and Regulatory Controls relating to design of Buildings | 5 |
BADT321 | Architectural Science II | 5 |
BADT322 | Architectural Detailing | 5 |
BADT323 | Architecture Design V | 5 |
BADT324 | Seminar | 5 |
BADT325 | Structures Design II | 5 |
|
| 60 |
| Year Four |
|
| Semester One |
|
BADT410 | Entrepreneurship and Development | 6 |
BADT411 | Landscape Design | 6 |
BADT412 | Organization Behavior | 6 |
BADT413 | Engineering Project | 6 |
BADT414 | Structures Design III | 6 |
| Semester Two |
|
BADT425 | Architecture Design VI | 3 |
BEN426 | Surveying in Architecture | 3 |
BADT427 | Internship | 4 |
BADT428 | Thesis and Defense | 20 |
|
| 60 |
GCU |
| 180 |