Architect

References

• "Architect." Career Cruising. Career Cruising, n.d. Web. 11 Sept. 2014. <https://www2.careercruising.com/careers/profile-at-a-glance/29>.

Professional Organizations

There are many professional organizations associated with Architects. A fey of those are:

• "Architect." Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, 09 Sept. 2014. Web. 11 Sept. 2014. <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Architect>.

The American Institute of Architects

Association of Licensed Architects

Society of American Registered Architects

• "The Best US Architecture Schools for 2014 Are…." ArchDaily. N.p., n.d. Web. 11 Sept. 2014. <http://www.archdaily.com/444902/the-best-us-architecture-schools-for-2014-are/>.

Association of Architecture Organizations

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Career Outlook

A Day at Work

The field of Architecture is a growing field!

Setting: Office/Construction Sites

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Architects usually use computer-aided design (CAD) software to design buildings, bridges, and other structures. Some architects still work on large drafting tables, using pencils, rulers, and paper to create their designs. Many architects work with contractors on construction sites, making sure everything goes according to plan.

Employment

2010:

1,770

2,070

2020:

(Predicted)

MODERN ARCHITECTURE

Growth of:

16.8%

An Architect using a CAD software to design a building.

Three Architects working a a construction site to monitor the progress of the project.

An architect working on a drafting table to create his designs with pencil and paper.

Hours of Work

Working hours vary greatly.

Others may work...

Some may work...

to

Hours a Day

Days a Week

The pressure of deadlines and unexpected delays can be stressful.

An Architect's blueprints.

Degree Requirements

Intern:

Level 1

• Architecture degree from an accredited college

Licensed Architect:

Level 2

• Completion of an architecture internship

• Successful completion of Architect Registration Exam

Job Captain or Project Architect:

Level 3

• 8 to 10 years of experience

Manager or Associate Architect:

Level 4

• Business experience

Education

Most architects complete a 5-year Bachelor of Architecture program. Students can enter the bachelor program straight from high school, making it the most direct route to a career in architecture.

After completing the educational qualifications, you must work for at least 3 years under the supervision of a licensed architect. This internship allows you to gain the requisite work experience for licensure. Finally, you must pass a series of professional exams known as the Architect Registration Examination (ARE).

Architecture programs typically include courses in:

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-Architectural design

-History, Theory, and Technology

-Professional Practice, Math, and Science.

Students in most programs also get hands-on experience in the design studio, where they apply the skills and concepts learned in the classroom.

Colleges

Some of the best colleges known for Architecture are:

4. Massachusetts Institute of Technology

5.Cornell University & Rice University

2. Yale University

3. Columbia University

1. Harvard University

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Salary Range

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Hourly Annually

Entry Wage: $24.46 $50,870

Median Wage: $31.75 $66,040

Experienced Wage: $40.40 $84,040

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Architecture

Architecture is the process and the product of planning, designing, and constructing buildings and other physical structures. Architectural works, such as buildings, are often perceived as cultural symbols and as works of art.

An office named "Aviators Villa" which is based off of the New-York based practice of "Urban Office Architecture".

By: Jared Mabanglo