What is the process to becoming an architect?
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School, internship, tests.  There are various architectural associations which will have specific answers for you.  Also it depends on which country you're in and what kind of architect you want to be.
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Well here is top 50 paying jobs (architecture not on it though)\nhttp://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/bestjobs/top50/index.html\n\nHere's some income stats for architects\nhttp://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/bestjobs/snapshots/89.html\n\narchitectural drafters\nhttp://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/bestjobs/snapshots/198.html\n\nHope these help!
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Good base of answers above, and all are pretty much correct.  An architect will determine how a building looks, feels, and functions to the satisfaction of the owner.  A structural engineer will determine what is required to resist the forces of nature (gravity, wind, seismic, etc.) so as to ensure the building can be safely occupied to the satisfaction of the architect.  Notice the chain of command...\n\nArchitects must pass a very intense testing program to become licensed in their state.  Engineers must first pass an FE exam (8 hours) usually after graduation, then get through four years of experience, then pass another 8 hour test to become licensed in their state.\n\nStructural engineering is basically a branch of civil engineering; however, I have found that many civil engineers who end up doing engineering in architecture lack the ability to understand the needs of architecture.  Enter the architectural engineer.  We are trained in the all of the essentials of engineering, but we also take courses in architecture to ensure some understanding of that side of building construction.  We are here to design a building, but lets not forget that the whole point is for it to look good.\n\nI was in the same predicament as you when I graduated high school.  I liked physics and math and buildings.  If you have an interest in buildings and construction and you have a technical background as well, you should consider architectural engineering.  If your technical background is not so strong and you have more creativity, stick with architecture.  Either way, be sure to find an ABET accredited program otherwise, the licensing process becomes much more difficult.
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i wanna be an architect..
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No, you don't have to be good in drawing.  They will teach you what you need to know.  Architecture is so much more.  One of my sister's has a degree in Architecture.  She took a lot of design classes, architectural engineering classes, art history classes (she has a minor in Art History) and lots and lots of math.  Best thing that you can do is contact the College that you want to attend and have them fill you in on what classes are in the typical degree plan for an architectural major.  Good luck!
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if u want to study archtecture, chemistry will not be important. \nRemember maths and physics are compulsory. doing computing or ict  For a level  will be extremly  helpful . to have peace in your mind please contact one of uni's and ask .  you can check the requirements for your chosen course by searching\nthe uni's web site. \nAs an example u have to get AAB to do computer science in Imperial college london. \n\ngood luck
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Unless you want an academic career (teaching and publishing), a masters in Architecture is sufficient and respectable.  If ever after some work experience, you still wanted to go for a PhD, you would have an easier time getting into excellent schools because of work experience.
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Get experience in 3-d programs such as Pro-Engineer, Unigraphics, AutoCad, (these are all for engineering based 3D modeling), etc. You might have to take a small course at like IVY Tech or something similar. Most companies help train, but having some experience goes a long way.\n\nThis is from an engineering perspective, if you're looking into more of graphics or animations, they're different programs.
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The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.\n\nI recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box.\n\nAssociations may be a good avenue to explore as well. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links. \n\nResearch, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:\n\n* Becoming an Architect : A Guide to Careers in Design by Lee Waldrep\n* The Survival Guide to Architectural Internship and Career Development by Grace H. Kim\n* Architect? A Candid Guide to the Profession by Roger K. Lewis\n\nThere are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles.\n\nHope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
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what kind of architects? solutions architects? software architects? civil architects?
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Do you have your portfolio online so we may assess your viability as a future architect?
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It’s about 5 years of college, then you work an internship under a certified architect for another 3. After that you take the PE exam and if you pass it. Viola, you're an architect.
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While it may not be necessary to know how to program in theory, in practice it's kind of like the Dilbert comic strip where they get a new manager with an MBA:\n\n"So they taught you how to get the most out of people under tight deadlines while keeping morale high."\n"No, mostly they just taught us about finance."\n\nSure, you can just learn about being an architect, but the experience you need to do that job well is going to come from A) being a sub-par architect who butts heads with the programmers/reality as he/she gains that experience or B) spends some time programming OO first. Your call.
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this is from PennState\nA minimum 2.0 QPA in major courses is required!\nCore Courses (12 credits):\nHA&A 1040: History of Architectural Theory\nHA&A 1913: Architectural Studies Seminar\nHA&A 1900: Architectural Studies Internship\n(2.75 QPA in major courses required)\nHA&A 1915: Portfolio (in senior year)\nVisual Skills Courses (12 credits):\nSA 0110: Foundation Design\nSA 0130: Foundation Drawing\nSA 1040: Foundation Sculpture\nSA 1430: Perspective Drawing\nHistory of Art and Architecture Courses (12 credits, at least 6 of these credits in courses numbered in the 1000s.) ***These courses must be chosen from those HA&A courses that are focused on an architectural topic.\nHA&A 0040 (by the beginning of junior year)\n1000-level course\n1000-level course\nAdditional course\nIf pursuing graduate work:\nMATH 0220\nMATH 0230\nPHYS 0104*\nPHYS 0105*\n(*or PHYS 0110 and 0111, and PHYS 0174 and 0175)
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ummphh... why dont you try further in landscape architecture, or maybe planner or maybe... join in the graphic team... a lot of my architecture friend join us, landscape architecture students.. and they are always better than us and easily employed...with higher payment.
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im looking for the same future lol infact i just put a question up \nok\nso \nu need drafting classes so look and ask ur counsilor to c if ur skool has drafting classes like architch drafting...etc \ncomputor graphix is good too\nart history ap\n........ im lookin at colleges already and u realy need a good SAT score to get in most of them \nso i would say u need about 1500 total score on the new sat to get in the lowest one \n........ u need exp to get into the courses in college so i requemed u taking a job with an architech for the summer \ngoodluck\nlol\nwhere u live btw im in nj and im planing to go to njit lol\nbtw the job payment vareys it depends on your client\n\ncooper union is the best cuz its free\nthe thing is that u need to be the top student of ur skool\n\nmit...njit...nyit...cornel u ... yea some of the best and okay skools
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Foremost, you must identify the core area of success of your firm.  E.g., Whether it is Malls, Residential bungalows, Condomoniums, etc. etc. and identify your competition.  Try and get the best company's profile by going into the web site.  Actually, you can go to any of the famous architectural firms web sites all over the world.\nTry Google search by typing "Architectural Firms" and then go directly to their sites.  Best of luck.