Architectural and Mechanical Design Academy
 What is the Architectural and Mechanical Design Academy?
The Architectural and Mechanical Design Academy is a unique,
two-year program designed to prepare college or career bound
students for a variety of careers in the design field.
Architectural and Mechanical Design students get experience in
working drawings,
residential and commercial modeling, and mechanical design using
geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, solid modeling, and
prototyping.
Who May Qualify?
A student interested in exploring the career opportunities in
the field of architectural and mechanical design may qualify to
enter if he or she:
- Has an eye for detail.
- Likes to apply themselves with hands-on learning.
- Might be artistic or enjoys art.
- Would like to apply their math to real world applications.
 This Academy is designed for students interested in
engineering, drafting, architectural design, interior design,
landscape design, and building construction. Students accepted
into the Academy are required to join SKILLS USA at a cost of
$30.00 per year. If you enjoy drawing, neatness, computers, and
looking at floor plans in magazines, then this Academy is for
you.
Course Description
This Academy includes courses for students who are interested
in the
field of architectural and mechanical design. Benefits to
our students include:
- Articulate concepts in Architecture with courses in the Architecture Department at the University of
Idaho.
- Tech Prep articulated units with the Drafting Department at
the College of Southern Idaho.
- Internship offered with local employers.
- Advanced engineering concepts that include rapid
prototyping, modeling and silicone molding.
Course Offerings
To see a sample scope and sequence of the Architectural and
Mechanical Design Academy, click
here.
Academy Courses:
Intro to Drafting
Architectural I, IIA, IIB
CAD/D I, IIA, IIB
A.M.D. Internship
Technical Writing
Career Opportunities
- Architect
- Landscape Architect
- Interior Designers
- Construction and Building Inspectors
- Construction
- Drafter
- Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace)
- Engineering Technician
- Mechanical and Industrial Design
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