Building Transformative Learning Journeys | Competency-Based Education Network (C-BEN)

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Reading ComprehensionOperations AnalysisSpeakingCritical ThinkingActive ListeningWritingComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge

DesignBuilding and ConstructionPublic Safety and SecurityEngineering and TechnologyComputers and Electronics

Abilities

VisualizationOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionFluency of IdeasOriginalityProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningInductive Reasoning

Tasks

Develop final construction plans that include aesthetic representations of the structure or details
Prepare scale drawings or architectural designs, using computer-aided design or other tools.
Prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimat
Inspect the condition of structures.

Technology

Procurement softwareDocument management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareDesktop publishing softwareData base user interface and query software

Tools

Architectural templatesArm drafting machinesCircular sawsCompassesComputer laser printersComputer-guided milling machinesDiazo copiersDigital camerasDisk grinding machinesDividersEngineering copiersFretsawsHand sawsMat knivesMitre boxes

Work Values

IndependenceAchievementRecognitionWorking ConditionsSupportRelationships

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium17-1011.00	Architects, Except Landscape and Naval	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Micro-Credential)

Scale drawings and basic architectural layouts — produce using CAD software under direct supervision on entry-level residential or commercial projects.
Client functional and spatial requirements — gather and document through structured interviews under the guidance of a licensed architect.
Architectural design standards and building codes — recognize and apply basic provisions when preparing preliminary design documents in a professional firm.
Aesthetic representations of proposed structures — draft using desktop publishing and graphics software following established office templates and style guides.
Material specifications and construction details — compile from standard reference sources under senior architect review for straightforward building types.
Construction cost estimates and project timelines — assist in preparing preliminary figures using office-provided spreadsheet tools and historical cost data.
Engineering elements such as structural and mechanical systems — identify and flag for integration into architectural drawings with guidance from project leads.
Technical drawings and design documents — review for completeness and consistency against project briefs under close supervision in a studio environment.
Communication with clients during drawing review meetings — participate by presenting assigned drawing sets and recording feedback under architect oversight.
Analytical and scientific software tools — apply to basic site analysis and performance modeling tasks as directed within a multidisciplinary design team.

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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