The Design Build Technology certificate combines existing CIDA and NASAD accredited interior design courses to teach skills and technology used in the visualization and communication of built environments.  Students will develop the following skills: hand drafting, AutoCAD, SketchUP, Revit, an overview of construction technology, and an overview of lighting and mechanical systems.  Ths certificate would be appropriate for students interested in drafting, architecture, interior design, engineering, computer-aided design, computer aided rendering, property management, real estate, construction/management, etc.  Students will have the opportunity to travel to Design+Construction Week each year.  This certificate is offered to both degree-seeking students as well as non-degree seeking students desiring professional or personal advancement.  Non-degree seeking students will be admitted to the University via established admission guidelines.

Requirements for a Certificate in Design Build Technology

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Level One Certification
IAD 264	Architectural Documentation II	3
IAD 310	Construction Technology	3
IAD 343	Architectural Documentation III	3
IAD 354	Building Systems for Interior Architecture and Design	3
Total Hours		12

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Level Two Certification
All Level One Certification Requirements		12
IAD 260	Architectural Documentation I	3
IAD 345	Visual Communication of the Built Environment	3
Total Hours		18