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Distance Learning
Note: This program is being restructured and is not currently accepting new applications. Many individual courses will remain active during this process and it is anticipated that the revised program will be open for application in September 2009.
The Civil Technology Distance Education program was
established at BCIT in conjunction with the BC Ministry of
Transportation and Highways (www.gov.bc.ca/tran) in 1986. It provides opportunities in Civil Technology for distance education learners through home study
credit courses.
The program has evolved over the years and is currently undergoing its biggest improvement yet.
courses
Program matrix
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TSYH 1101 |
Introduction to Technical Communication Part 1
This course lays the groundwork for learning how to assemble material in order to communicate effectively in writing. It is presented in two parts so students can master good writing techniques before applying them specifically to letters, memos, etc.
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2.0 |
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TSYH 1102 |
Introduction to Technical Communication Part 2
Applies the techniques learned in TSYH 1101 to specific forms of written communication.
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2.0 |
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TSYH 1120 |
Technical Mathematics Part 1
The course builds on high school mathematics material so that students are able to relate basic algebra, trigonometry, geometry and vectors to their technical field. Through working examples students develop the ability, confidence and versatility to deal with physical situations involving mathematical solutions.
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3.0 |
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TSYH 1160 |
Basic Drafting
Students are introduced to the standard layout of engineering drawings. Topics include the relationship between plans, elevations, sections, etc.; conventional lining and lettering techniques; the development of projected views. Special consideration is given to sketching techniques and, through assignment preparation, the student demonstrates basic drafting ability.
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2.0 |
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TSYH 1165 |
Interpreting Construction Drawing
A companion course to TSYH 1162 dealing with construction drawings for highways, bridges, culverts, works.
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3.0 |
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TSYH 1166 |
Maps and Topographic Drawings
Introduces the student to the principles of topographic maps and ordering aerial photographs. Mapping symbols, mapping systems, scale, contours, profiles and determining distance, direction and area are also covered in the course
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2.0 |
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TSYH 3301 |
Surveying Fundamentals Part 1: Basic Instrumentation
A fundamental course in surveying which introduces commonly used survey equipment. After completion, students will be able to identify and describe the equipment, and its applications in the field.
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1.0 |
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TSYH 3302 |
Surveying Fundamentals Part 2: Methods and Procedures
A continuation of TSYH 3301. This course details the field and office methods used for measuring and recording surveying data. Topics include booking and plotting notes, measuring angles and distances, basic computations for angles, level note reduction, simple circular curves, simple traverse plots, plans, profiles, cross sections and slope taking.
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2.0 |
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TSYH 3303 |
Surveying Fundamentals Part 3: Basic Computations
A continuation of TSYH 3302. Details the computations involved with planning and design based on data obtained from field surveys. Topics include elements of coordinate geometry, traversing slope reduction, trigonometric leveling, and coordinate transformation.
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2.0 |
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TSYH 3304 |
Surveying Fundamentals Part 4: Field Applications
Students are required to demonstrate, to the satisfaction of an approved evaluator, their ability in field surveying applications including: chaining procedures, leveling, transit work, use of electronic distance measuring equipment.
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1.0 |
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TSYH 3311 |
Surveying Highways Part 1: Horizontal Alignment
The first of three courses covering the theory and computations involved in highway surveying computations and layout. Topics include horizontal alignment procedures and calculations, simple circular curves, compound, reverse and transitional curves.
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2.0 |
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TSYH 3312 |
Surveying Highways Part 2: Vertical Alignment
Covers the theory and computations involved in highway surveying computations and layout. Topics include vertical alignment procedures and calculations, and vertical parabolic curves (symmetrical and asymmetrical).
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1.0 |
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TSYH 3314 |
Surveying Highways Part 3: Field Applications
The last of three courses on highway surveying computations and layout, this course allows students to obtain credit for their skill in applying theory learned in TSYH 3311 and 3312. Students will be required to demonstrate, to the satisfaction of an approved evaluator, competency in a series of surveying tasks related to vertical and horizontal survey computations and layout.
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1.0 |
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TSYH 3315 |
Surveying Quantity Measurement
An introduction to the standard methods used in measuring and calculating land area and earthwork quantities. Area and volume formulas; typical highway applications; an introduction to accumulated volume computations; shrinkage and swell factors.
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1.0 |
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TSYH 3331 |
The Legal Surveying System
An introduction to the legislation and regulations governing legal surveys and land ownership in the Province of British Columbia. It covers general survey principles, the history of B.C land surveys, and various items of provincial legislation relating to survey regulations and requirements and other issues of land ownership and boundary determination.
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2.0 |
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TSYH 3340 |
Aerial Photo
An introduction to aerial photography presented in a 3- day seminar format. Topics include aerial photos, geometry, maps and aerial photos, engineering applications. Use of stereoscopes, photo indexes, conversions of scale, height determination and photo map point transfers.
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2.0 |
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TSYH 3341 |
Aerial Photo Interpretation |
4.0 |
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| Total Credits: |
25.0 |
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Transfer credit
Do you have credits from another BC/Yukon post-secondary school? Do you want to know if
they transfer to courses here at BCIT? Check out BCIT's
Transfer Equivalency Database to find out.
As BCIT strives to keep our programs current, programs and courses are subject to change without notice.
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Big Info Session March 31
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