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"The innovative Architectural Technology curriculum at Ferris State University has a long and proud history of providing professional cutting edge architectural education. The program is recognized among architects as producing qualified, employable graduates with valued technical skills. Our graduates currently enjoy successful careers in architecture, facility management, interior design, construction management and in other areas of the built environment.
The Architectural Technology Associate Degree program was established in the early 1950's as an Architectural Drafting program. It has evolved into Architectural Technology as the demands of the architecture profession have changed.
Originally a program dealing primarily with pencil and paper drafting, it is now a program with a strong focus on CAD and building technology that builds proficiency in critical thinking and technical skills.
Taught by practitioners, the Architectural Technology curriculum is unique in its emphasis on the practice of the profession. Studio classes provide students with experience in the areas of residential and commercial building materials, cost estimating, architectural CAD drafting, construction methods, building codes, presentation techniques and architectural design. The curriculum provides the skills, knowledge, and the necessary preparation to allow students to become successful architectural technicians or pursue related educational opportunities after graduation.
Our faculty of professional architects are dedicated to providing you with the tools, knowledge and resources that will help you find the path to success. Technology and architecture intersect in an exciting community of learning at FSU.
I invite you to join us and be part of this valuable and dynamic community of professional instruction and learning."
Diane L. Nagelkirk, AIA
Department Chair/Associate Professor