Architecture & Design Pathway                             

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High-Wage, High-Skill, High-Demand Careers:

» Architect
» Architectural & Engineering Manager
» Interior Designer
» Structural Steel Detailer
» Career & Technical Education Teacher
» Drafter
» Estimator
» Project Manager


Pathway Courses


Grade 9 Pathway Course
Design and Build
 


Grade 10 Pathway Course
Drafting
 


Grade 11 Pathway Course
Advanced Drafting
 


Grade 12 Pathway Course
Work Based Learning
 

Grade 9 Pathway Course: Design and Build
The student will be exposed to the, Drafter, Designer, Estimator and Project Manager roles in the design/pre-construction pathway portion of the architecture and construction career cluster. Focus on CAD(Computer Aided Drafting) and design of projects.

Grade 10 Pathway Course: Drafting
The student will develop a proficiency in CAD commands and their applications.

Grade 11 Pathway Course: Advanced Drafting
The student will use advanced CAD (Computer Aided Drafting) & Revit skills while working independently on a variety of projects. Project Management and individualized projects will be prioritized.The student will use CAD (Computer Aided Drafting) to complete drawing used in different fields of drafting.

Grade 12 Pathway Course: Work Based Learning
Work Based Learning - Application required for this class. The application can be obtained from the course instructor.

Recommended Electives:

  • Business English
  • Business Fundamentals
  • Accounting
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Computer Applications
  • Drawing 1 & 2
  • Commercial Art
  • Foreign Languages
  • 3D Sculptures
  • Fundamentals of Art
  • Art History

Activities, Clubs & Organizations 

  • SkillsUSA

College & Career Readiness

Industry Certificates 

AutoDesk Certification

Apprenticeships/On-the-Job Training 

CAD Technician

   Associate's Degree   

Drafting & Design
AAS

   Bachelor's Degree   

Architecture
Architectural Engineering
Interior Design