Architectural Engineering Major - Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
Construction
A course by
AUT
Develop advanced skills in architectural engineering by studying the Architectural Engineering major as part of AUT's Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). Prepare for a career in designing, constructing, and managing high-quality, sustainable buildings.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 4 years
Core skills this course teaches
Develop complex building designs
Apply advanced principles to engineer buildings that are efficient, sustainable, and comfortable to use.
Integrate architectural and construction processes
Demonstrate strong knowledge of both architectural principles and technical construction methods for high-quality buildings.
Apply building simulation and performance evaluation
Model and simulate the performance of buildings, including energy efficiency and environmental considerations.
What You're Signing Up For
The Architectural Engineering major in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at AUT develops the skills needed to engineer efficient, sustainable, comfortable, and future-ready buildings. Graduates learn how to integrate architectural and construction process knowledge, preparing them for diverse careers in the building and construction sector. The programme features a blend of technical coursework, industry-relevant projects, and an 800-hour supervised work experience, providing real-world exposure to engineering practice.
Course Content
- Sustainable engineering design
- Engineering mathematics
- Engineering mechanics
- Electrical engineering fundamentals
- Programming concepts and techniques
- Collaborative practices
- Engineering materials
- Building construction
- Construction materials and mechanics
- Structural engineering
- Quantity surveying
- Thermodynamics
- Sustainable design and development
- Geotechnical engineering
- Structural analysis
- Architecture and design development
- Building services (HVAC, illumination, acoustics)
- Construction management
- Research project (industry-based)
- Optional topics: Timber structure design, off-site construction, earthquake engineering, logistics, transportation engineering
What you need to know first
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Building and Design
Engineering Consultancy
Project Management
Future employment opportunities might be
Architectural design engineer
Building services engineer