Course Description and Details
This course explores who architects are, what they do and how they do it.  We look at the key steps of taking a building from idea to reality, and all of the important issues to be considered along the way.  And, we develop an understanding of how architects work with other professionals, from engineers to interior designers.
Available to enrol and start at any time
Uses our Demi-Live format
Materials available 24/7
 
Course Level
Beginner level - suitable for young people aged 9-12 years or any young person under 18 with a foundation level of language and/or aiming for a foundation level of Art&Design knowledge.
 
UK/Australia/N.Z. years 5 – 8
USA grades 4-7
Canada grades 4-7
S.A. grades 4-7
(these are guidelines, as every young learner is an individual on their own unique learning journey and a parent/guardian is best-placed to judge whether a learner is ready and able to pursue a specific course)
 
Course Details
Each course has 4 modules, each module covers a different topic.
Each of the 4 topical modules have:
• a 1-hr ‘Demi-Live’ video tutorial, which feels 'live / real-time’ and has built-in interactive elements, but is recorded for 24/7 use, at a day and time that suits you
• follow-along tasks for use along with the ‘Demi-Live’ video tutorials
• informational PDF document
• activities/homework assignments
• projects
• graded quizzes
• opportunities for learners to share their thoughts, ideas and creations
There is also an end of course research/creative final project (examples and rubric provided)
A personalized Certificate of Completion and transcript will provided upon request, if all elements of the course are successfully completed.
Submitted work will be assessed online, with positive feedback to encourage progress and development.
(For full details about Foundation Certificate courses, click this link)

Learning Goals
Learn key architectural terms, understand key principles of architecture
 
Supply List (not included in the course)
Musts: high-speed, reliable, and consistent internet access; internet enabled device with speakers/sound output
Ideal: printer (black and white is perfectly fine, colour is better); access to research tools (online search engines, library, etc.); art supplies (pens, pencils, paper, ruler); online image creation and manipulation app (such as Paint, which is free on many devices); device for taking photos/videos and uploading these to a computer/tablet.
Depending on how your learner works, there may be other tools and equipment they wish to purchase or use.
 
Prerequisites
Reading/writing skills and comprehension to the level of 9yrs+
Research skills (or assistance with research by a responsible adult)
Core skills in using online apps