The program introduces the student to the principles of design and planning sustainable construction and contemporary building methods, and structural and environmental engineering related to architectural construction. Individual and team projects involved with residential, industrial, commercial, and institutional buildings, assist in the development of knowledge and skills required for careers in the architectural field. This co-operative education program consists of 6 academic semesters and 4 work terms over a 3.3 to 3.7 year period.

The graduate may find career opportunities with professional architectural and engineering firms, construction companies, industrial and commercial corporations, and government agencies. After suitable experience graduates will be qualified for such positions as architectural assistant/technologist, job captain, senior draftsperson, project co-ordinator/manager, field supervisor, specification writer, clerk of works, inspector, technical representative and self-employment.