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Kincade Stalun
Mr. Alburger
English III
22 February 2018
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Kincade Stalun
Mr. Alburger
English III
25 January 2018
Architectural Engineering
Thousands of years ago, early humans thrived on exploring unknown parts of the world
to survive. Trying to escape the predators and fears all around them lurking in the darkness.
Early humans valued a desire for protection and comfort. Leading to early man creating the first
known structures. This need for shelter and survival became the spark that guided early humans
to valuing their surrounding resources and structures and introducing the use of materials that
displayed creativeness and innovation for shelter and survival. 5000 BCE, Mesopotamia. Where
the beginning the of modern humans and civilization all began. Creating the foundation for
building and design that sparked a desire for creativity. Marvelous wonders of art like the
Pyramids of Egypt, The Taj Mahal, The Colosseum of Rome, and the Great Wall of China.
(Courses) These ancient wonders and designs lead the way for the intellect of many generations.
Laying base for how the art of building and design emerged as a valuable asset to society from
ancient civilizations to today's modern society. Examples of many amazing architectural works
present in today's world: The Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, Burj Khalifa, The
Sydney Opera House, the Gateway Arc and many more. (Homesthetics) The modern world has
made of buildings, bridges, roads housing, plumbing, etc. all carefully crafted to perfection to
work together and making the everyday life better. Which gives viewers the great excitement and
wonder when seeing great works of art and style. This great achievement of art called
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Architecture, the art of designing buildings and structures to make them appeal to a crowd
through creative innovation process using fine materials and durable objects, has proven itself a
Modern architecture. Honored and valued in various ways, has seen tremendous progress
through increased innovation, new discoveries, better building techniques, higher safety
precautions and stronger building codes that have evolved the way architecture to now, where so
many new ways of innovation inspire future generations of architects to guide them through
more advanced innovation and design. Architecture has changed the world over time. Guiding
through and picking up newer ideas and principles as time went on.
The evolution of architecture has drastically changed during the times of the ancient
Greeks. (Britannica) Who, developed many groundbreaking ideas and tactics that exist to this
day. The Greeks made beautiful works of architecture through the creation of mathematical
equations, shapes, methods, floor plans, material durability, algebra, and arcs. Used to make
buildings like houses, bath houses, temples, plumbing, etc. that revolutionized an advancement
in the field of architecture. Since then, the Romans and other civilizations have expanded upon
these ideas and have added more helpful ideas and equations to make architecture more efficient
and advances. Ancient civilizations have guided the foundation for building and designing
structures in today's society.(Courses) The human eye can witness the different styles and
techniques used that make any standing structure catch attention and leave pondering thoughts
about such a marvelous work of art and how capable of standing with the help with advances in
Pursuing a career in architecture takes time and preparation. To help prepare oneself,
someone can begin their passion for architecture by beginning to get involved with projects,
activities, and exposure to the architectural field at a young age. Activities that a person can do to
help them explore and introduce architecture into everyday events: woodworking, house repairs,
reading magazines and books about architecture, looking at buildings and seeing their
architectural style, joining clubs gives hands-on learning with building, and volunteering in
community activities that involve building items and objects for the benefit of one’s community.
Offered classes and courses in school prove essential for obtaining an interest in a job
involving architecture and understanding some of the basic principles and a brief understanding.
Courses sponsored with Project Lead The Way or PLTW for short. Sciences like those of
chemistry and physics, mathematics such as calculus and statistics, speech and debate, and a
foreign language prove essential for preparing a young mind to a path of architecture. (Syracuse)
The path to college begins with simple everyday things that will make the difference of
successful habits coming out of high school. Falling short of the common goal that not enough
hard work and dedication could get a person to where they have always dreamed of going in life.
Very important to show interest and participation in all high school classes to better prepare a
person for the future career path that has opened its doors with a sea of opportunity ahead. An
individual that can familiarize themselves with many activities that perceive knowledge about
architecture and its basic foundations can help spark creativity and create a passion for building
and completing projects. Thus, can give vital information and familiarity that can guide the way
to a higher level education and a college that suits the individual the best.
schools in the United States offer degrees and classes in the study of architecture in multiple
fields. Choosing the right one to fit a person’s personality, budget, interests, and degree. Many
colleges all across the United States that offer four and two-year degrees for architecture, the
variety of endless options. In-state and out-of-state tuition plays a major role for most
individuals, but college will suit best interest and budgets for many other people.
The average cost of out-of-state tuition for a bachelor degree of architecture amounts
around $46,222. The average cost for an in-state tuition for a bachelor's degree in architecture
amounts about $26,984 (CollegeCalc). The most expensive colleges that offer degrees of
University. (Fixsen) All of these colleges have tuition costs averaging about $65,000 per year.
The more affordable colleges that offer degrees of architecture regardless whether
in-state and out-of-state: Oklahoma State University, University of Tennessee, Texas Tech
University, University of Utah, and Iowa State averaging around $17,000 of tuition per year.
(Fixsen) In reality, colleges vary on many different levels and traits given, depending on each
need and desire for finding the right college, will best give an opportunity for success.
Many options and choices open up for the choosing from for which college will offer the
best chance of successful principals out in the field. Education plays a big role in getting a career
in the field and preparing for how much success life will throw along the way. College education
creates a vital part of obtaining a license in architecture. Education and knowledge will pave the
way for further understanding of architecture and study the principles and essential information
Obtaining a degree in architecture endures a long process. In fact, the average time to
obtain a license for architecture out in the field equals to 8 years of education and training in the
United States. The pursuit of an architectural career starts with receiving a 5-year college/higher
level education. College will help substantially with figuring out the complex equations and
problems associated with the basis of an architect. The understanding of physics and chemistry
will play a big role over a 5 year period in a perusal of a successful architect. Once graduated
from college, 3 years of an internship show necessary for getting an allowed state-issued license
in architecture. An internship will give a lot of hands-on experience in the field of work and
slowly understand the daily life of an architect and the tasks completed to help an architect carry
out their goal for the day. After 8 years of college education and internship, an architect must
write an exam and pass to receive their licensure of architecture from the state. (Nicholson)
education at, different rules and standards apply to the certification of an architect. It’s a long
journey of hard work, dedication, willingness, failure, and hopefulness that will make it possible
for anyone to walk out into the real world, ready to meet the goals of a successful architect.
Success in architectural achievement takes a lot of knowledge and experience to have a long and
adventurous career. With the options later on to receive a substantial amount of pay. But in the
end, no matter which path to show oneself as a validated architect. The result will show a
respectable and interesting passion, along with more money to pay off for experience in the long
run.
Debt. The state of owing money. The one word describing most young adults going into
the working world. Constantly a problem for those who major in a degree that has a bigger
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payout. Much like the field of architecture, which requires at least 5 years of higher education.
After completing college, student loans will seem to loom over someone’s head like a predator of
the night lurking behind someone’s back watching their every move. In the United States alone,
1.2 trillion dollars of debt has accumulated from loans and expenses not paid off by the average
college graduate coming out of school into the career field. College tuition costs at most colleges
and universities exceed a cost of $25,000 a year.(CollegeCalc) Which for many college
graduates who have yet to find a career, proving very difficult for student loan debt to get paid
off over time if the constant worry of making payments hovers over students trying to start life in
the career field. Needing to buy the necessary needs of a young adult such as a house, a car,
The average time for a student to pay off their student debt equals roughly to around 10
years. (PR Newswire) The factors causing such longer periods to pay off debt such as paying for
housing, insurance, bills, and taxes. Having hundreds of thousands of dollars of student loan debt
along with the small starting salary of a career makes going out into the real world a tough and
stressful journey of making a career and growing into adulthood. But, on the bright side, a bigger
payout for those individuals striving for the goal of growing as an architect.
Depending on the location of businesses and which architecture firm hires and the
projects assigned. The starting salaries can pay pretty well for a young architect on the job and
can reach bigger payouts and raises over time. Especially some internships, which believe it or
not, Will pay a person on the job learning about the tools and necessities of what architects do
while on the field. Student loan debt produces a common problem among most college
graduates, specifically ones desiring careers in engineering, public service, law, architecture and
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the medical field. In the end, the risk of multiple years of college of student loan debt will show
Adulthood, the phase after college where independence makes a mark on new life as a
responsible individual and seeking to begin the journey of an adult the moment after walking off
the podium receiving a diploma. Now the question remains, “Where do I go now?” Take for
diploma of architecture from a 5-year program. Along with the years spent on learning as an
intern and understanding the ways of the job field. Wanting to seek a new opportunity for a
career that involves making a living off of a starter paycheck with a fresh mind out of college
and internships. Now, the time comes to figure out how to find a job in architecture and options
stick out in order to find a good architecture firm. Some of the best architecture firms in the
United States: Gensler in San Francisco CA, Perkins+Will in Chicago IL, HDR in Omaha NE,
and HOK in St.Louis MI. (Nicholson) These architecture firms, known for their success and the
Bigger areas and cities contain more careers for architecture and other job opportunities.
Most likely, having to find a location to live in a city or on the outskirts that would present a
reasonable place to live close to work. Most cities, a variety of places ranging from expensive to
cheap living areas that could fit the budget of a recently graduated college student. Apartments
seem to offer the best fit for individuals who have recently come out of college and want to live
near the city where convenience plays a factor. Also given that most wages start around $40,000
for an architect. It gives a wide variety of choices when choosing a place to live and other
necessities needed to make it out in the real world. No matter where the decision to live comes
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once moving out of college, any means of living presents an instant advantage over others
spending the time of trying to find other means of living. Living space requires little importance
when starting out on the right foot when beginning the process of work. High paying salaries
would increase after the application process for the job of an architect. Which, will usually work
in the favor of most individuals. Which equals a high salary and wages when starting early in a
career.
The day has come where individuals have stressed and worried about after college
graduation. No, not buying a house or getting married. The job interview. Seen in most movies,
commercials, and television shows. Pointing out the lingering stress and anxiety levels present
when making that opening pitch that will give the job someone has always wanted. The future
opportunity that rests in the hands of the speaker to impress the person offering the job. Lucky
enough, when applying to work as an architect, these factors show no worry or concern. Most
architects when looking to hire a candidate or an ideal individual that would prove as a perfect
candidate for their architecture firm will 9 times outta 10, will choose someone very outgoing,
energetic, and friendly. (Nicol & Pilling) Over an individual who comes from an ivy league
school with higher intelligence, but lacks a personality and good communication and interaction
skills.The person offering a job will take a person in immediately if a person shows the
capability to negotiate and communicate with people. Giving the job interviewer the opportunity
Architecture brings more than just building and designing buildings. The art of the deal
and negotiation defines the base for Architecture: Communication. (Araiqat) Which presents
many objectives for success like using precision, accuracy, time management, goal-setting, and
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fulfillment. Architecture focuses primarily on managing money and finances. Most importantly,
about customer satisfaction. Satisfying the needs of the customer presents the top goal number of
a successful architect. Interacting, relating and making a pitch to a customer will play a big factor
in gaining business and maintaining returning customers and new business. Good
communication and good people skills show desirable qualities out in the field. It presents itself
as an important part of an architect’s job and can determine success or failure based on
It all comes down to how well rounded an individual stands out compared to the common
architect: outgoing, smart, respectable, prepared and friendly. The more desirable qualities that a
person possess as an architect. People communication and customer satisfaction. Two of the
most important factors that contribute to the major success seen by most architects. Satisfaction
will keep the customer wanting more. Communication, as important as anything else, very
important when keeping loyal customers out in the field and will allow continued business with
the architecture firm. (Araiqat) The more success achieved by out in the working world
managing and keeping customers and other employees happy, the better and easier the road
opens up for making a manageable career out of customer experiences and creating and
designing art.
What things will someone get to do as an architect others may ask at this point. For fair
measure, presents itself clearly not like every other job. The perks of an architect speak louder
than words. Architecture has shown itself as a world business. Presenting itself with better offers
and jobs when given a design brief for a project in another country or province. Individuals given
the opportunity to travel to many places and expose themselves to different types of architecture,
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culture, and people. Some foreign companies might also pay higher for a job than a typical
Many people often mistake construction workers as architects. Presents more common
issues. Architects actually seem as the people behind the planning who draw out blueprints and
think of designs that piece a whole architectural project together. Construction workers work out
in the field with the actual construction, who, receive basic training on how to create certain parts
in construction. Architects tend to play the business part of working. Usually when discussing
terms and agreements of a contract with another company or group. This aspect involves more
finance talk and communication. Which, using the art of the deal can help land a job that will pay
off well for a firm and add more capital and resources available during a business cycle which
will help boost the growth of a firm. (Nicol & Pilling) An architect has a lot to offer those who
choose to step into the place. Risky and stressful for the average person. Whoever deems brave
enough and shows tenacity and courage to express ideas and show leadership skills will take on
The journey of an Architect has begun. Career potential has taken off here. All the steps,
tools, knowledge and patience has all paid off. The time arrives to work the dream job that each
different individual has always thought about since childhood, asking the question: “What do I
wanna be when I grow up?”Architecture proves as an exciting and prosperous career with many
opportunities given. It gives chances to prove innovation and creativeness, show dignity and
fighting spirit, and it will test the boundaries beyond the greatest limits. It will involve having
long days at the office and spending late nights using Computer Aided Design also known as
CAD, finishing blueprints to a project. To days where cutting the ribbon to open a new building,
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house, or unveiling a new artistic structure. Whatever lies ahead for architects, will certainly
guarantee that this career that will never disappoint with the work and effort put into a passion.
Which can give off the reward with feeling creativeness and glee supporting and contributing to
the works of the modern world around us. Now seeing what can happen as an architect, what will
the impact that a person can prove to everyone around the world to show the individual artistic
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