Architect (Occupation Code : 216101)
Description
Designs buildings and advises on the procurement of buildings, provides concepts, plans, specifications and detailed drawings, and negotiates with builders.
Tasks
Discussing the objectives, requirements, budget, design and practicalities of a project with clients and other professionals.Preparing and presenting feasibility reports and design proposals for the client.
Using IT, specifically using computer-aided design (CAD) software, in producing detailed workings, drawings and specifications for the project design, as well as in project management.
Specifying the nature and quality of materials required and preparing tender applications and presentations.
Negotiating with contractors and other professionals.
Preparing applications for planning and building control departments.
Managing projects and helping to coordinate the work of contractors.
Resolving problems and issues that arise during construction.
Ensuring that the environmental impact of the project is managed.
Keeping within financial budgets and deadlines.
Alternate Occupation Names
Conservation Architect
Architect Technologist
Heritage Architect
Building Architect
Learning Pathways
Diploma 1
Step 1 : Admission requirements
- NSC Diploma pass with maths and science
To enter this learning pathway you will need a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or a National Certificate (Vocational) NC(V) with Mathematics and Physical Science as subjects. In addition, each education institution has its own unique entry requirements for each of its programmes. It is important to check the entry requirements with the institution of your choice before you apply.
Step 2 : General Qualification
Step 3 : General Qualification
Step 4 : General Qualification
Step 5 : Workplace experience
- Workplace experience Architect
To attain registration as Professional Architect, you must complete a two-year period of practical supervised or mentored in-service training in an architectural office and pass a registration exam set by the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP).
Step 6 : Final assessment
- Final Assessment for Professional Architect
The South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) registration assessment and the Professional Practice exam (Level 2) are required before you can register as a Professional Architect.
Step 7 : Designation
- Designation: Professional Architect (PrArch)
This designation is awarded by the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP). Only persons who are registered with SACAP may practice or render architectural services directly to the public. A designation is a title that professional persons may use (write behind their name) to indicate that they are fully qualified in a certain professional field and are registered with a professional body to practice in that field. It also indicates that the person subscribes to the code of conduct of that professional body.
Degree 2
Step 1 : Admission requirements
- NCS Bachelor pass with Maths and Science
To enter this learning pathway you will need a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or a National Certificate (Vocational) NC(V) with Mathematics and Physical Science as subjects. In addition, each education institution has its own unique entry requirements for each of its programmes. It is important to check the entry requirements with the institution of your choice before you apply.
Step 2 : General Qualification
Step 3 : General Qualification
Step 4 : General Qualification
Step 5 : Workplace experience
- Workplace experience Architect
To attain registration as Professional Architect, you must complete a two-year period of practical supervised or mentored in-service training in an architectural office and pass a registration exam set by the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP).
Step 6 : Final assessment
- Final Assessment for Professional Architect
The South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) registration assessment and the Professional Practice exam (Level 2) are required before you can register as a Professional Architect.
Step 7 : Designation
- Designation: Professional Architect (PrArch)
This designation is awarded by the South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP). Only persons who are registered with SACAP may practice or render architectural services directly to the public. A designation is a title that professional persons may use (write behind their name) to indicate that they are fully qualified in a certain professional field and are registered with a professional body to practice in that field. It also indicates that the person subscribes to the code of conduct of that professional body.