What does this course involve?
As you read this information, please note that this course is going to be re-accredited in the coming future. There will be significant changes to the course information provided here.
This course is designed for those looking for a career as a draftsperson in the architectural or building design industries.
You’ll learn about the general principles behind construction, design, drawing and drafting. Develop your skills in producing commercial drawings, applying construction technology and evaluating construction materials.
Learn how to provide design solutions for private and small residential dwellings, use sketching presentation techniques to communicate your concepts and produce 2D and 3D solid models using computer-aided design (CAD).
You’ll analyse world architectural history to give you a better understanding of drafting concepts, as well as how to incorporate sustainable design elements into your designs.
This course is also available to international students.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may provide you with employment opportunities as a draftsperson in an architect, drafting or building design office.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on
1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
You may be eligible for entry into related advanced courses at institutes or universities.
Box Hill Institute hope to offer the Advanced Diploma of Building Design and Technology in 2009.
Can I apply?
- You must have successfully completed Year 12, and completed mathematics units 1 and 2, with studies of algebra, geometry, trigonometry and factorisation; or mathematical methods - units 1 and 2 (or equivalent) or be mature age
- You must possess sufficient literacy, numeracy, and visual interpretation skills to successfully complete this course
Mature Age Entry
- Mature age students with experience and ability in architecture or building related fields
- Mature age students who can prove they have the ability to complete the prescribed course of study
How do I apply?
- To apply for a full time position in this course you must use the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) process. Details of the VTAC application process are at www.vtac.edu.au and in the VTAC Guide, which is available from leading newsagents and libraries from August. If the Institute still has vacancies after the VTAC places have been offered, you will be able to apply directly to the Institute.
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
- Assessment of Application (VTAC)
Length of course
Full time - 2 years
Where will I study?
Elgar Campus
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
Click here to learn about scholarships that may be relevant to this course.
How will I be assessed?
- Oral presentation
- Written assessment
- Project work
- Examination or testing
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.