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1.6. Profiles

1.6.1. Applicant profile ↑ Back to top

The applicant to enter the Escuela Profesional de Arquitectura at Universidad Privada de Tacna (UPT) must have:

Knowledge of:

1. Fundamental concepts of mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus).
2. Basic principles of physics applicable to building design and construction.
3. Elementary notions of drawing, geometry, and spatial visualization.
4. Socioeconomic, cultural, and environmental context of their local and global environment.

Skills to:

1. Analyze complex problems, identify their components and cause-effect relationships.
2. Apply logical-mathematical reasoning to model and solve practical situations.
3. Interpret technical information, graphs, and quantitative data accurately.
4. Express ideas clearly and structured, both orally and in writing, as well as graphically.
5. Work methodically and persistently in solving challenging design problems.
6. Synthesize information from diverse sources and generate well-founded conclusions.
7. Adapt study and learning methods to technical, abstract, and visual content.
8. Collaborate effectively in work teams.

Attitudes of:

1. Genuine interest in the creative and technical design of the built environment.
2. Willingness for active learning, experimentation, and innovation.
3. Responsibility towards the social, environmental, and ethical impact of design.
4. Intellectual curiosity and openness to continuous and multidisciplinary learning.

1.6.2. Graduate profile ↑ Back to top

The graduate of the Architecture Professional Program is able to:

1. Design buildings and urban spaces applying building codes and structural, environmental, and accessibility standards to guarantee safety and habitability.
2. Plan and manage design and construction projects using modern methodologies (BIM, agile project management) to optimize resources and costs.
3. Develop architectural programs and spatial solutions that respond to the needs of users, site conditions, and climate.
4. Produce construction documentation (drawings, specifications, details) coordinated with structural, mechanical, and electrical systems.
5. Oversee construction works, coordinating teams and supervising quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
6. Apply urban design and planning principles to the design of public space, housing, and mixed-use developments.
7. Integrate sustainability and circular-economy criteria into resilient, energy-efficient buildings, evaluating environmental impact.
8. Use specialized software (Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, Lumion) for architectural modeling and project management.
9. Communicate design proposals through drawings, models, renderings, and presentations to regulatory bodies and communities.
10. Continue graduate studies in urban design, heritage conservation, or project management, leading innovation in the built environment.

1.6.3. ProfessionalProfile ↑ Back to top

The professional in Arquitectura has the following characteristics:

• Design buildings and urban spaces applying building codes and structural, environmental and accessibility standards to guarantee safety and habitability.
• Plan and manage design and construction projects using modern methodologies (BIM, agile project management) to optimize resources and costs.
• Develop architectural programs and spatial solutions that respond to the needs of users, site conditions and climate.
• Produce construction documentation (drawings, specifications, details) coordinated with structural, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Oversee construction works, coordinating teams and supervising quality, safety and regulatory compliance.
• Apply urban design and planning principles to the design of public space, housing and mixed-use developments.
• Integrate sustainability and circular-economy criteria into resilient, energy-efficient buildings, evaluating environmental impact.
• Use specialized software (Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, Lumion) for architectural modeling and project management.
• Communicate design proposals through drawings, models, renderings and presentations to regulatory bodies and communities.
• Continue specialized studies in urban design, heritage conservation or project management, leading innovation in the built environment.

1.6.4. Faculty profile ↑ Back to top

The faculty member of the Arquitectura program is a person who:

• Promotes the student's integral education through teaching, research and outreach, conveying solid knowledge with clarity and simplicity.
• Fosters research and continuous learning so that students adapt to advances in the field and pursue the common good of individuals, organizations and society.
• Maintains advanced, quality academic training, with full-time dedication, pursuing academic excellence at an international level.
• Publishes research in international venues and high-impact indexed journals, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and staying up to date.
• Establishes cooperation networks with internationally renowned institutions, enriching the educational experience.
• Actively participates in the student's formation and integration into the academic community , promoting continuous rigor and academic excellence.