This course presents an overview of fundamental graphical techniques necessary for plan reading and production of working drawings, and introduces a variety of civil engineering terminology. Subject materials for the course are drawn from the civil engineering industry. Topics include freehand sketching, field sketching, drawing scales and layout, orthographic projections, contour drawings, and geometric constructions. Lettering and line work will be emphasized throughout.

This course presents the basic concepts and techniques needed for watershed analysis and drainage facility design. Basic observation and estimation skills are developed through worksheets, mapwork and a small field project. Fundamental concepts include rainfall intensity, runoff, catchment area, streamflow, infiltration, mass balance, snowmelt, rainfall frequency, and the hydrologic cycle. The streamflow estimation procedures presented are the rational method and the unit hydrograph.

This course presents a thorough introduction to the relationship between applied loads and the resultant support reactions and internal forces developed in statically determinate members and structures. Topics include classification of force systems, equilibrium equations, support conditions, freebody diagrams, support reactions, truss analysis by the methods of joints and sections, analysis of pinned plane frames, geometric properties of sections, distributed loading, and load, shear force and bending moment diagrams for beams. Prerequisites: MATH 1401 or (MATH 1011 and MATH 1012)

Familiarizes students with lab and testing procedures for testing construction materials. Topics include sieve analysis, relative density, compaction tests, Atterberg limits, and soil classification.

Through the medium of computer aided drafting software, and building on the fundamental techniques presented in CIVL 1021, the student continues to reproduce graphics examples from the civil engineering field. The emphasis of this course is on the development of graphical computer skills for communication of engineering solutions. Prerequisites: CIVL 1021

This course presents the basic knowledge required to select materials for concrete production, design a concrete mix, and conduct quality control tests on concrete. The course is delivered through lectures and laboratory sessions. Topics include cements, water/cement ratio, admixtures, concrete properties, manufacturing, placing, finishing, curing, and inspection techniques as per CSA A23.1 and A23.2. Prerequisites: CIVL 1010 or CIVL 1580

This course presents an introduction to the relationship between applied loads and the resulting stresses and deformations produced in common structural elements. Topics include concepts of stress and strain, mechanical behaviour and testing of construction materials, elementary design principles using allowable stresses and factors of safety, analysis of statically determinate and indeterminate axially loaded bars, thermal stresses, moments of inertia, bending and shear stresses in beams, shear flow. A laboratory component is included in the delivery of this course. Prerequisites: CIVL 1020

This course builds on the foundation of CIVL 2121, continuing with a discussion of the relationship between applied loads and the resulting stresses and deformations produced in common structural elements. Topics include beam deflections, combined stresses, stress transformations, Mohr's circle, column buckling, and torsion. A laboratory component is included in the delivery of this course. Prerequisites: CIVL 2121

This course introduces the basic principles of soil mechanics and testing procedures through lectures, problem-solving sessions, and laboratory demonstrations. Topics include mass/volume relationships, soil classification, compaction, and permeability. Prerequisites: CIVL 1580

An introduction to the terminology, physics and applications of hydrostatics and hydraulics, this course covers fluids at rest and in motion. Topics include the properties of water, fluid pressure, hydrostatic force and buoyancy, head loss and the application of Bernoulli’s equation to hydraulic systems. Students will use energy conservation methods to solve pipe systems with multiple branches. Prerequisites: CIVL 1020

This communication course teaches practical business communication techniques for planning, organizing, selecting, writing, and presenting information in business or industry. It covers routine memos, letters, request and reply letters, and oral presentations. It is equivalent to all full-time diploma program level 1 COMM courses at BCIT. NOTE: Students do not need to submit transcripts for entrance to this course. BUT, in the case of formal or informal grade appeals or reviews they will be asked to show proof of their English requirements. Students scoring below "C+" in English 12 should take COMM 1106 instead of COMM 1103. Students who wish to confirm their English level are strongly advised to take COMM 0015. Prerequisite: Students must have one of the following: 1) English 12 "C+" or equivalent (refer to http://www.bcit.ca/admission/upgrading/categoryb.shtml); or 2) COMM 0015 score of 70 or better.

This communication course teaches business writing skills needed to write many types of business correspondence. It covers claim, bad-news and sales letters, job applications, and the writing of procedures and instructions. NOTE: Students scoring below "C+" in level 1 COMM are required to take COMM 2002 instead of COMM 2202. To make up for a full-time diploma program level 2 COMM course, students must take both COMM 2202 (or COMM 2002) and COMM 2203 (or COMM 2003). If you have BCIT full-time diploma program level 1 COMM course credit, email cecomm@bcit.ca to apply for approval to register. Prerequisite: Students must have one of the following: 1) a final grade of 70% or better in BCIT level 1 COMM (ie: COMM 1100 or COMM 1103 or COMM 1106 or COMM 1120; or 2) a score of 70 or better in COMM 0015; or 3) an OFFICIAL transfer credit granted for BCIT level 1 or level 2 COMM course with a final grade of 70% or better (refer to http://www.bcit.ca/admission/transfer/).

Introduction to differential leveling; terms used in leveling; field note-keeping; peg-test; bench mark leveling; level note reductions and adjustment. Leveling applications - sewer-line survey and building site survey; earthwork volume calculations.

Students will perform total station instrument setups, checks and calibration for both infrared and reflectorless technology. Students will also carry out angle and distance measurement procedures, direct and remote elevation determination, traversing procedures, topographic/detail surveys and construction layout. The course will cover both onboard digital and manual data collection and on-board data processing in a variety of industry standard scenarios. An overview of coordinates and coordinate systems will also be given. A portion of this course is available on-line.

Math 1013 is intended for students who need to complete a technical math course required to advance into a program specific calculus course. Topics include algebra review, application and theory of trigonometric, exponential and logarithm functions, and an introduction to analytic geometry. Prerequisite: Math 12 (C+ or higher) or Math 0001.

Basic Algebra Review: solving linear, quadratic and simultaneous linear equations, percentage problems; Trigonometry: definitions of trigonometric functions in a right triangle and the unit circle - relevant applications; Plane Geometry: definitions and relevant applications using regular and irregular polygons; 3-D Geometry: definitions and applications using solids with an emphasis on solids intersecting each other.

This course provides a general introduction to the structural design process. Topics include limit states design philosophy, determination of dead, live, snow, and wind load effects according to national standards, load paths and selection of structural systems. Prerequisites: CIVL 1020

This course teaches students how to select suitable materials for asphaltic concrete design using the Marshall method equipment. Topics include plant and paving quality control, asphaltic cement testing, aggregate testing, and calculations for asphaltic design. Laboratory sessions include producing an asphaltic paving mix, making specimens, testing specimens, and analyzing test results using the Marshall method. Prerequisites: CIVL 1580

Covers construction cost estimating and site documentation in cost control for civil engineering projects pertaining to roadwork, water, sewer and building construction. Topics include quantity takeoffs, productivity rates, labour and material costing, construction equipment and machinery, and project cost control.

Covers the planning, scheduling, resource allocation and management of civil engineering projects. Students will develop scheduling scenarios based on productivity rates, crew sizes, and duration of construction activities. Various scheduling techniques including the Critical Path Method principles will be discussed in the course.

Introduces fundamentals of traffic engineering with particular reference to the urban scene. Topics include movement and storage of vehicles on road systems, driver, vehicle and traffic stream characteristics, highway and intersection capacity, intersection and parking layout, data collection techniques and traffic control.

This course will begin by discussing the role and influence of the four levels of government on land use planning. With primary emphasis on the urban environment, participants will be introduced to the concepts and objectives of community planning and the influence of the many stakeholder groups. Guided by the current legislation, students will be introduced to the processes of changes in land use and subdivision of land. Students will then be provided with a broad overview of the constraints and limitations of the many different aspects of municipal infrastructure needed to support urban development. The course will conclude with an introduction to some of the primary factors that influence development economics.

This course builds on the knowledge gained in CIVL 2040. Material continues to be delivered through a combination of lectures, laboratory work, and problem-solving sessions. Topics include head diagrams, effective stress, consolidation, shear strength, subsurface investigation and geology, and forces on retaining walls. Prerequisites: CIVL 1020 and CIVL 2040

This course introduces the design of urban streets and rural highways according to Transportation Association of Canada guidelines and standards. Roadway classifications, right-of-way requirements, cross-section properties and vertical and horizontal design elements will be examined as the basis of geometric design. Students will prepare designs and drawings of both a typical urban street and a rural highway. Urban street design will focus on road drainage and intersection design while rural highway design will involve use of computer software to interactively adjust alignments to achieve an earthworks balance while addressing geometric constraints. Prerequisites: CIVL 2050

This course presents fundamental concepts required for the analysis and design of open channel systems with steady flow. Topics include normal flow (the Manning Equation), energy principles, varied flow profiles, control structures, and storage routing. Practical applications of the material include natural and man-made channels, chokes, culverts, and detention ponds. Prerequisites: CIVL 1060 and CIVL 2022

This course focuses on the planning concepts and imposed constraints for subdivision development at the municipal/city level. Sections of the Local Government Act and local bylaws are reviewed to establish layout criteria, subdivision procedures, rezoning process and servicing requirements. Emphasis will be placed on preparing a plan of subdivision and a conceptual site servicing plan. Viewpoints of the city, the developer, the engineer and external approving agencies will be considered. Students will also develop a conceptual servicing budget estimate for their development plan. Prerequisite: CIVL 2152 AND (CIVL 1021 OR CIVL 2021 OR working knowledge of AutoCAD)

Introduces the limit states design of statically determinate structures comprised of wood. Topics include determination of design load and design of beams, columns, and members in tension in accordance with Canadian design codes. Prerequisites: CIVL 2070 and CIVL 2122

Introduces the limit states design of statically determinate structures comprised of steel. Topics include the design of simple tension members, compression members, beams, and beam-columns in steel in accordance with current Canadian codes. Prerequisites: CIVL 2070 and CIVL 2122

This course presents a general introduction to the design of reinforced concrete structures. Topics include the design and detailing of reinforced concrete beams, one-way slabs, columns, and footings in accordance with the current Canadian concrete design standard. The course is delivered through lectures and problem-solving sessions. Prerequisites: CIVL 2070 and CIVL 2122

This course is intended to complement the Subdivision Design and Road Design courses. Students will prepare detailed designs of storm and sanitary sewerage systems and analyze a water distribution network for a residential subdivision layout. The application of current local design criteria for water and sewer system design, in addition to the complete terminology of appurtenances used, will prepare students for careers in design and construction of municipal infrastructure. Emphasis will be placed on the preparation of plan and profile drawings for servicing design, together with calculations and design tabulations to meet industry standards. Prerequisites: CIVL 2050 and CIVL 3060

This communication course teaches the business writing skills needed to produce effective business and technical reports: inspection, trip, incident, and progress reports, proposals, feasibility studies, formal reports, oral reports, summaries and graphics. NOTE: Students scoring below "C+" in level 1 COMM are required to take COMM 2003 instead of COMM 2203. To make up for a full-time diploma program level 2 COMM course, students must take both COMM 2202 (or COMM 2002) and COMM 2203 (or COMM 2003). If you have BCIT full-time diploma program level 1 COMM course credit, email cecomm@bcit.ca to apply for approval to register. Prerequisite: Students must have one of the following: 1) a final grade of 70% or better in BCIT level 1 COMM (ie: COMM 1100 or COMM 1103 or COMM 1106 or COMM 1120; or 2) a score of 70 or better in COMM 0015; or 3) an OFFICIAL transfer credit granted for BCIT level 1 or level 2 COMM course with a final grade of 70% or better (refer to http://www.bcit.ca/admission/transfer/).

Microsoft Excel 2010 is a powerful tool that can be used to analyse, communicate and manage information. Those with no prior spreadsheet experience will acquire expert level applied skills in the latest version of MS Excel. This instructor lead, hands-on course focuses on best practices used to create meaningful workbooks and how to master the techniques and time saving shortcuts for the daily use of MS Excel. Students learn to use MS Excel Ribbon interface with contextual tabs, Quick Access Toolbar and how to make use of templates, styles, pivot tables, whatif analysis tools and macros via lectures, lab exercises and assignments outside of class. Topics include: creating, editing, formatting and saving a worksheet, sorting, filtering, slicers,applying formulae, functions, importing and exporting data, and consolidating data in multiple worksheets. This course provides preparation to write a Microsoft Office Specialist certification exam, available through third parties at additional cost. By the end of this course, successful participants will be expert end users of MS Excel 2010. Prerequisite: COMP 1002 or equivalent knowledge of MS Windows and File Management.

Introduces calculus and its technical applications involving the differentiation and integration of algebraic, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions. Emphasizes the application of calculus in solving engineering technology problems. Depending on enrolment, this course may be offered in an alternative format. Prerequisite: Any BCIT Technical Math course.

Topics covered include translational and rotational kinematics and dynamics, Newton's laws, equilibrium, work, energy, power, properties of solids and fluids. This course is equivalent to general level first term Physics courses at BCIT. Prerequisites: Physics 11 and Math 12 or Applied Math 12 or equivalent.

This course covers the duties and legal responsibilities involved in public works inspection; examines inspection techniques, reports and data collection; and examines relevant clauses of MMCD general specifications for Public Works construction. Inspection requirements and quality control for soil placement, asphalt cement, Portland cement concrete and underground utilities are discussed.

Introduction to Autodesk Civil 3D software. Students will create and manage drawings; edit & create styles and settings; create, import, analyze, manipulate points; import and edit electronic data collection files; create point groups; create description keys; draw lines and curves; label points, lines and curves; subdivide land; create, edit and analyze terrain models; generate volumes between terrain models; create horizontal alignments; create existing and design profiles; create and use assemblies for corridor design. Prerequisites: AICO 1000 or CIVL 2021

An introduction to the legal aspects of construction contracts. Topics include an overview of the construction industry, contractual responsibilities and relationships between the parties to a construction project, bonding, liens and holdbacks, tendering, types of construction contracts, contents of bid and contract documents and the application of typical clauses to construction related issues.

An introduction to the time value of money and the effects of differing interest rates and periods of payment for both simple and compound interest. Time cash flow diagrams are developed and the theory of annuities is presented.

Applies the principles learned in TSYH 4720 to problems in comparison of alternatives; viability of investment and rate of return; the study of depreciation for the purpose of assessing lease/purchase alternatives and equipment replacement.