Overview

Bring spaces to life with the Architectural Building Technology program at LaSalle College Vancouver. Blend design, drafting, and building science as you learn to create innovative, functional spaces using industry-standard tools. From residential to commercial projects, you’ll gain the technical, visual, and problem-solving skills needed to turn architectural concepts into real-world solutions.
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About the Program

The Architectural Building Technology program at LaSalle College Vancouver offers a dynamic blend of design theory, building science, and hands-on technical training. Dive into the world of architecture with a curriculum that equips you to plan, draft, and bring to life three-dimensional spaces across residential, commercial, and mixed-use environments. Using industry-standard computer-aided design tools and visualization techniques, you’ll learn how to craft innovative building solutions that are functional, sustainable, and visually compelling. With a strong focus on both the art and science of architecture, the program empowers you to think critically, design responsibly, and communicate your ideas with clarity, precision, and creative impact.

Note: This is a new program currently pending approval by the Registrar of the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.

  • This program/course is not eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).  Click here for more information about PGWP and to see our eligible courses.

Opportunities

Industry-Ready Facilities & Tools

Students in the Architectural Building Technology program gain hands-on experience using cutting-edge design software and drafting tools in modern studio spaces. You’ll work on real-world design problems while building your portfolio in a collaborative, project-based environment.

Admissions Criteria

  • Domestic applicants generally require:

    Proof of secondary school graduation or equivalent

    Copy of government-issued photo ID

  • International applicants generally require:

    Proof of secondary school graduation  (with official English translations)

    Copy of a valid Passport

    Proof of English proficiency

List of Courses

QUARTER 1

  • Introduction to Architectural
  • Architectural Drawing
  • Building Construction I (Light Wood Systems)
  • Architectural Space Planning
  • Mathematics

QUARTER 2

  • Commercial Design (Retail)
  • Computer Aided Design I
  • Building Construction II (MEP and Concrete Structures)
  • Materials, Costing and Estimating
  • Architectural Visual Communication

QUARTER 3

  • Residential Design I
  • Computer-Aided Design II
  • Construction Details
  • Codes and Regulations
  • History of Architecture

QUARTER 4

  • Commercial Design II
  • Computer-Aided Design III
  • Construction Documentation
  • Sustainable Building Practices
  • Portfolio

Tuition & Aid

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