This course provides a general overview of the civil engineering discipline and the role of the civil engineering team. Sustainable development, environmental and societal impact and engineering ethics are also presented. Computer laboratory sessions are included to introduce students to BCIT's computer network and computer-aided engineering calculations. Laboratory sessions in the civil materials lab will introduce the student to hands-on testing procedures. Completion of WHMIS training is a mandatory component of this course.

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.

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.

Students learn how to write letters, memos, and routine email messages. They learn to write clear and concise sentences and paragraphs and to make documents easily accessible through headings, lists and white space. They learn how to avoid some common grammatical errors in their writing. They also learn to give an oral report based on library and online research on a new development in their technology. Students also learn how to collaborate as part of a team to accomplish work related communication tasks.

Applications of technical mathematics using algebra, geometry and trigonometry concepts; introduction of the derivative and the differentiation rules; applied optimization problems with civil engineering content.

Extends the student's abilities to apply physical principles and the laws of physics to work in civil engineering. The course takes a calculus based approach with a focus on problem solving, reporting experimental data with appropriate significant figures, analysing graphical information, and the study of kinematics, dynamics, equilibrium, stress, strain, work and energy, conservation of energy, linear momentum and collisions, rotational motion, and simple machines. Assigned problems will provide practice in problem-solving techniques and enhance the understanding of the concepts.

Covers fundamental concepts and principles of surveying; safety datums, principle of differential leveling, bench mark and detail leveling, peg-test, grades, use of levels, theodolites and steel chains; linear measurements; angle measurements and reductions; gradients and cut and fill; field note-keeping and reductions; care, maintenance and adjustment of equipment.

This course presents a thorough 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, beam deflections, column buckling, combined stresses, stress transformations and Mohr's circle. A laboratory component is included in the delivery of this course. Prerequisites: CIVL 1020

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 prepares students to analyze and design pipe-pump systems for water distribution and other purposes, and to analyze the hydrostatic forces on fixed or floating structures. Topics include fluid properties, hydrostatic pressure and forces, buoyancy and stability of floating and submerged objects, continuity, Bernoulli's equation, energy and hydraulic grade lines, head losses, pump characteristics and selection, cavitation, network analysis, forces in pipes, and basic cost analysis for pipe-pump systems. Prerequisites: CIVL 1020 and CIVL 1060

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 the basic principles of soil mechanics and testing procedures through lectures, problem-solving sessions, and laboratory work. Topics include mass/volume relationships, soil classification, compaction, and permeability. Prerequisites: CIVL 2023

This course focuses on the planning concepts and imposed constraints for subdivision development of the municipal/city level. Sections of the Local Government Act and local bylaws are reviewed to establish layout criteria, subdivision procedures, and rezoning applications. Requirements of external approving agencies are also considered. Preparation of a subdivision plan considering the viewpoints of the city, the developer, and the engineer, as well as preliminary cost analysis forms a major component of the course. Prerequisites: CIVL 2021

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

Students write job application letters and resumes and practice job interviews. They also write short reports and indirect messages common in the civil engineering field. In addition, students complete a semi-formal letter-proposal, as well as give a persuasive oral report on a group project. Students practice skills needed to collaborate with others in producing technical documents. Prerequisites: COMM 1142

Introduction of the integral with its many practical uses in engineering and science type applications; overview of different integration techniques. Prerequisites: MATH 1422

Physics 2192 will continue to apply physical principles and the laws of physics to work in civil engineering. This course is a calculus based survey of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, wave motion, electricity and magnetism appropriate for scientists and engineers. Topics include: fluids at rest and in motion, viscosity, calorimetry, thermal expansion and stresses, simple and damped harmonic motion, standing waves, resonance, electric field and potential, DC circuits, magnetism, induction, and AC circuits. A section on the application of geophysical exploration techniques used in the field is included. Prerequisites: PHYS 1192

Covers horizontal angle and bearing measurement and calculation; survey computations on a simple plane; computations and adjustments of traverses; trigonometric levelling; horizontal curves; road and building layout; areas of cross-sections and plans, volume calculations; introduction to the total station; detail survey and elevation layout. Prerequisites: SURV 1130

The course focuses on the personal computer as an analysis/design tool used to solve routine engineering problems. The student is exposed to spreadsheet software, a structured programming language and symbolic computational software. Emphasis is placed on computer-assisted solutions to practical civil and structural engineering problems. The course is delivered through lectures and hands-on computer lab sessions. A computer project is a mandatory component of the course. Prerequisite: Completion of first year.

This course uses AutoCAD and other design software as a graphical tool for solving civil engineering design problems. Students learn data exchange concepts for transferring digital/design information between various engineering software packages; modeling; and production of design drawings. Applications in various engineering fields (civil, municipal, structural, etc.) are studied and investigated. Prerequisites: CIVL 1020 and CIVL 2050

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 provides a general introduction to the design of wood and steel structures in accordance with the current Canadian design codes. Topics include the design of simple tension members, compression members, beams and beam-columns in timber and steel. The course is delivered through lectures, problem-solving sessions and project work. Prerequisites: CIVL 2020 and CIVL 2070

Students are required to initiate contact with a registered professional in the Civil Engineering/ Construction industry, and formulate an industry- applicable project. The project should involve the investigation of a current, relevant problem for the industry contact. The student is required to submit a project proposal for approval, and is then assigned a faculty advisor for a subsequent course, CIVL 4090, in which the student will complete the industry project. Prerequisite: Completion of first year.

Communication 3342 reinforces the skills taught in COMM 2242 and complements the industry-sponsored project proposal required by the Civil Engineering Projects Committee. Following the guidelines prepared by the Civil Engineering Department, you will contact a registered professional in the civil engineering/construction industry and form an appropriate project. Your project will investigate a current, relevant problem for your industry sponsor. You will discuss project objectives with your industry sponsor and review problem-solving approaches with members of the project committee. As well, you will write and edit a formal project proposal and give a persuasive oral presentation on your project to your fellow students, advisors, and instructors. COMM 3342 also covers meeting skills, including agendas and meeting records, and writing instructions. You will further develop writing, editing, graphic design, and oral presentation skills Prerequisites: COMM 2242 and CIVL 3090* (* may be taken concurrently)

This course provides an introduction to multivariable calculus - differentiation and integration - and differential equations. Calculus will be used in a variety of Civil engineering applications including: calculating moments and centroids for three dimensional objects, solving non-uniform distributed loading problems, axial loading of non-uniform members, optimizing a solution to a problem involving multiple variables, using calculus and physical constraints, and application of simple differential equations to engineering problems. In all areas, the use of the computer to find a numerical solution to a physical problem will be emphasized using a mathematics computer software package and/or a spreadsheet program. Prerequisites: MATH 2422

This course introduces the student to estimating, bidding, and managing a typical civil engineering project. Topics include construction equipment, planning, quantity take-offs, costing, inspection, Gantt charts, CPM methods, resource leveling, scheduling software, and an introduction to personnel management fundamentals. Additionally, the legal aspects of construction contract administration will be introduced including an overview of the Canadian legal system, contractual responsibilities, contract relationships, bonding, liens and holdbacks, tendering, types of construction contracts, and the application of typical clauses to construction related issues. Prerequisite: Completion of first year

This course applies the knowledge gained in CIVL 3040 to a variety of geotechnical, foundation, and seepage design problems through lectures, problem-solving sessions, and project work. Project topics include flownets, stability analysis of slopes, shallow foundations and pile analysis. Prerequisites: CIVL 3040

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 course is intended to provide a fundamental knowledge of pavement design, and introduce pavement data collection and condition assessment techniques. Laboratory sessions introduce the design of asphaltic concrete mixes and associated testing procedures. Topics include asphalt technology, pavements systems (flexible and rigid), stresses and strains in pavements, and asphalt mix design using Marshall method and Superpave. Prerequisites: CIVL 2040 and CIVL 3050

This course introduces the student to various exact and approximate methods of analysis for statically indeterminate structures. Prerequisites: CIVL 2020 and CIVL 2070

This course presents a general introduction to the design of reinforced concrete structures and structural detailing. The first part of the course covers the design and detailing of reinforced concrete beams, one-way slabs, columns, footings and retaining walls in accordance with the current Canadian concrete design code. The second part of the course is focused on steel detailing, and includes topics such as design of bolted and welded connections for beams, columns, and bracing members, production of shop drawings for fabrication of structural members using manual and computer-aided drafting, and framing and erection methods. The course is delivered through lectures, problem-solving sessions and project work. Prerequisites: CIVL 3070

After submitting an acceptable project proposal in CIVL 3090, the student is assigned a faculty advisor. The student is required to meet periodically with the faculty advisor and/or the industry contact, and submit the finished project to both the industry contact and faculty advisor. Prerequisites: CIVL 3090 and COMM 4442** (** must be taken concurrently)

In Communication 4442, you will build on the skills you learned in Communication 3342. You will plan and write a progress report and a formal report for your industry-sponsored project, as well as any related documentation for the project as needed. You will also design and create a static display and present the project orally with professional visuals. You will also prepare a professional career portfolio including an updated resume, letter of application, and samples of your writing and design skills. Prerequisites: COMM 3342 and CIVL 4090* (* may be taken concurrently)

This course provides an introduction to linear algebra. Civil engineering applications are emphasized including: matrix analysis of trusses, equilibrium and stiffness matrix methods, stress transformations and directions of stress, and vibrational frequencies for dynamic systems. Use of computer software to perform calculations for more physically realistic problems is emphasized throughout the course. Prerequisites: MATH 2422

This course provides an introduction to statistical analysis. Topics include: organization and graphical presentation of data, elements of probability theory, discrete and continuous probability distributions, estimating and hypothesis testing. Civil engineering applications are emphasized. Prerequisites: MATH 2422

This course provides students in the Civil program with an appreciation of the common financial practices of business and an insight into the approaches used in making sound economic decisions. Topics include the time value of money, present and future value, annuities, sources and cost of capital funds, economic comparison of alternatives, net present value and internal rate of return.

This course provides an introduction to the creation and management of projects and associated drawings using land development software. Topics include basic operations with land development software, terrain modeling, parcel definition and horizontal and vertical alignment. The course includes a component of field survey work to obtain input data for subsequent land development modeling. Prerequisites: CIVL 3021 and SURV 2230

This course commences with stoichiometry and chemical reactions and then continues with the study of the following topics: gases, chemical kinetics, properties of matter, liquids and solids, phase and aqueous equilibria, electrochemistry, organic chemistry and selected applications of chemistry to the field of civil engineering.

This engineering mathematics course primarily covers vector calculus. Both analytical solution techniques and computer algebra software solutions are presented. Civil engineering applications are emphasized. Prerequisites: MATH 3422 and MATH 4422

This course provides the structure for students to report on their Civil Engineering Internship. The internship, which is an optional component in the program, entails a minimum of 1600 hours of appropriate employment in the workplace as a Civil Technologist. During the internship, students apply their knowledge to practical, real-world, engineering problems. From the internship, students will gain knowledge and skills which will enhance their final two-years of degree studies, as well as provide the opportunity to test and clarify their career interests and goals. Successful completion of this course fully satisfies the Practical Work Experience requirement of the program. Prerequisite: Civil Engineering Technology Diploma, with a GPA of 70% in the second year of the degree.

This course provides a general overview of civil engineering and its role in society. Topics include a historical outline of civil engineering, the built environment, regulation of engineering practice in Canada, sustainable development, equity and ethics and civil engineering challenges for the 21st century.

This second mechanics of materials course covers advanced topics including composite beams, unsymmetrical bending, plastic bending, beams on elastic foundations, curved beams, shear flow and torsion in closed and open sections, and elastic stability.

This course provides an introduction to the structure and behaviour of engineering materials (alloys, ceramics, polymers and composites). Topics include classification of materials, structure and mechanical properties of engineering materials, monotonic and cyclic stress-strain behaviour, fracture, fatigue, creep, corrosion, analytical modeling of material behaviour and testing procedures to ascertain material properties. Prerequisites: CIVL 2020 and CHEM 6020

This course provides an overview of environmental engineering, applying the scientific principles, concepts, and methodologies required to maintain and improve the natural and built environment. Topics include the transport and fate of contaminants in various media (air, water and soil), municipal and industrial (liquid and solid) waste management, contaminated sites, environmental law, principles of environmental assessment and environmental management. Case studies will be presented to give relevant application to these topics. Prerequisites: CHEM 6020

This second structural analysis course focuses primarily on methods of analysis for indeterminate structures. Topics include influence lines, energy methods, slope-deflection method, matrix structural analysis, limit load analysis and structural modeling using commercially available analysis software. Prerequisites: CIVL 4070

Develops advanced skills in critical analysis, close reading and composition through lectures, discussion and group activities in which students analyse and evaluate materials from various disciplines. Readings might come from professional journals, reports, newspapers, magazines and literature. Multimedia such as video, music and the Internet may also be included. Prerequisite: equivalent of three credits of university/college composition or six credits BCIT Communication.

This engineering mathematics course covers ordinary and partial differential equations. Both analytical solution techniques and computer algebra software solutions are presented. Civil engineering applications are emphasized. Prerequisites: MATH 6010

This course covers probability theory, statistical analysis and reliability theory as it applies specifically to civil engineering. Both analytical and numerical solution techniques are presented. Prerequisites: MATH 4423

This course presents fundamental concepts in fluid mechanics and thermal science. Fluid mechanics topics include fluid properties, conservation laws, laminar and turbulent flow, incompressible and compressible flow, boundary layer theory, similitude and dimensional analysis. Thermal science topics include thermodynamic principles and the theory of heat transfer. Civil engineering applications are emphasized.

This course applies the principles of engineering mechanics to the study of systems under dynamic loading. Topics include: particle and rigid-body dynamics, single-degree-of-freedom vibrations and modal analysis of discrete and continuous systems. The theory presented is applied to civil engineering structures. Prerequisites: MATH 7010

Building on the theory of soil mechanics, this course advances the analysis and design of geotechnical structures. To gain appreciation for the numerical analysis procedures, the basic principles of the finite element method are developed in this course. A review of the applicable theories is followed by numerical analysis procedures for slope stability, seepage, stress changes in soils due to loads or foundations and excavations. Limited analysis of earthquake effects and geothermal heat flow is performed. Examples and some case studies will be presented to give relevant application to these topics. Prerequisites: CIVL 4040

This course provides an overview of the planning, design, operation and management of road, rail, ship and air transportation facilities within a Canadian context. Prerequisites: CIVL 3050

Fosters abilities and values required for ethical decision making at work. Develops skills in logical analysis, a working knowledge of moral principles and theories, and the ability to diagnose and resolve moral disagreements commonly found at work. Examines and applies moral principles to historically famous cases in manufacturing, human resources, management, engineering, health care, and computing. Prerequisite: BCIT ENGL 1177, or 6 credits BCIT Communication at 1100-level or above, or 3 credits of university/college composition.

This course investigates a wide range of water resource issues, methods of analysis and solutions. Topics include drainage, flood control, reservoir analysis, hydro-electric power generation, well hydraulics, irrigation and basic physical oceanography. Prerequisites: CIVL 7020** (** must be taken concurrently)

Building on previous studies of structural analysis and design, this course focuses on overall structural response and design. Topics include structural form, structural layout, global stability, structural idealizations, beam and column systems, arches, cable systems, funicular structures, truss systems, braced and rigid frames, loads on structures, load paths and constructional considerations. Prerequisites: CIVL 7070

This course provides the opportunity for a student to engage in a civil engineering applied research project. Delivery of the course is through directed studies under the guidance of a faculty advisor. Project work can be conducted on an individual basis or in a team format. Students are encouraged to seek out a prospective faculty advisor, which must be secured before registration is permitted. Prerequisite: Students must have faculty approval.

This course investigates a variety of computational methods to facilitate civil engineering analysis. Emphasis is placed on problem formulation, solution algorithms and programming application. Topics include: solution of non-linear equations (root-finding) systems of linear equations, optimization, curve fitting, numerical integration, and solving ordinary differential equations. Prerequisites: CIVL 3020 and MATH 7010

This course provides an introduction to earth processes and materials from a civil engineering perspective. Topics include plate tectonics, mineral and rock formation, geological time, rocks structures including faults, surficial processes (glaciers, river, groundwater and shoreline systems), and earthquake causes, wave propagation, magnitudes and intensities. Engineering design implications of geological features such rock structures, surficial material and earthquakes will be discussed. Prerequisites: CIVL 7023 and CIVL 7040

This course covers the principles involved in the design and operation of water and wastewater treatment facilities. Topics include the quality of water supplies, characteristics of wastewater, estimation of water consumption and sewage generation, chemical and physical treatment of water for drinking purposes, wastewater treatment and effluent and sludge disposal. Prerequisites: CIVL 7060

This course covers advanced topics related to the behaviour and design of reinforced concrete and masonry structures. Topics include design of reinforced concrete members for shear and torsion per the CSA A23.3 General Method, serviceability considerations (including deflection and crack control); analysis and design of two-way slab systems; design of slender columns, moment-resisting frame systems and wall structures (including retaining walls, and shear walls); lateral load-resisting systems and the related seismic design requirements; and the design of masonry structures for flexure and axial load according to CSA S304.1. Prerequisites: CIVL 4073 and CIVL 7022

In CIVL 7089 students must define and plan the project they will undertake in CIVL 7090 Capstone Design Project. Students form teams that operate like a project team in an engineering firm, and each team is managed by a self-assigned team leader. Students choose a real-life engineering design problem and are required to liaise with an industry contact. Each team is required to prepare a detailed project proposal outlining the scope of work, technical methodology, team organization and structure. To simulate the realities of a professional environment the proposal includes the project schedule and identifies the team members responsible for specific tasks. The design proposals are reviewed and subject to the approval of Civil Engineering Faculty. Course lectures topics include design project management, team-building/soft skills development, and proposal writing. Prerequisite: Fourth year standing

This course covers economic and non-monetary considerations for making decisions on public and private sector civil engineering systems. Topics include rational decision making, cost concepts, time-value of money, cost-benefit analysis, and risk and uncertainty. Prerequisites: CIVL 7011

This course explores the field of construction management through a series of real-world case studies. Topics include methods of controlling and directing typical construction projects; management of personnel, equipment, finances, materials, scheduling and safety issues. Delivery of this course may include site visits and guest lecturers from the construction industry. Prerequisites: CIVL 4032

This course covers various topics on the behaviour and design of steel members and structures. Topics include beam-columns, fatigue, plate girders, composite design, structural stability, plastic design, connections, and seismic design considerations. Prerequisites: CIVL 4073 and CIVL 7021

From ancient Greek myth to modern science fiction, Western culture's depictions of the power of technology have shaped our contemporary views. By analysing selected works of literature, film, TV and Internet sites from different historical periods, students will explore continuities and changes in depictions of technology and its transformative powers. Prerequisite: BCIT ENGL 1177, or 6 credits BCIT Communication at 1100-level or above, or 3 credits of university/college composition.

Examines how culture, political economy, sociology and history influence technology in business, health care and engineering. Students will examine ways in which technologies function across the world, critique the appropriateness of technology in various regions, and research a specific technological application in a field and region of their choice. Prerequisite: BCIT ENGL 1177, or 6 credits BCIT Communication at 1100-level or above, or 3 credits of university/college composition.

The course provides an overview of the basic skills of a manager and applies these skills through a series of projects and case studies. It examines the evolution of management and the organizational culture and environment. It also teaches the decision-making skills and the skills involved in planning, organizing, leading and controlling, including planning and facilitating change, teamwork, applying motivational techniques and effective communication.

This course covers fundamental aspects of engineering law, contracts and project specifications. Topics include contracts, project specifications, torts, sources of law, partnerships, liens, expert witness, engineering liability, patents, copyrights, trademarks, The Engineering Act and Code of Ethics, and The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of B.C. Prerequisites: CIVL 4032

This is the capstone course of the program in which the student completes a comprehensive civil and/or structural design project. Design philosophy and methods are discussed and explored as they relate to the assigned project for the current year. The project is completed through team work. Each team will submit an engineering report and make an oral presentation. A faculty and/or industry advisor will provide guidance on the scope and direction of the project work as warranted. Prerequisite: Completion of Level 7.

This course presents a variety of advanced topics in geotechnical engineering, including: tailings dam design, liquefaction, debris flows, various field investigation methods, geotechnical instrumentation and geotechnical materials. Case studies or field trips will be presented to give relevant application to these topics. Prerequisites: CIVL 7041

Building on CIVL 7070, this course covers more advanced topics in structural analysis. Topics include the general stiffness method of analysis, matrix formulations, P-delta analysis, second-order elastic and inelastic analysis and structural modeling using available analysis software. Prerequisites: CIVL 7070

This course provides the opportunity for a student to engage in a civil engineering applied research project. Delivery of the course is through directed studies under the guidance of a faculty advisor. Project work can be conducted on an individual basis or in a team format. Students are encouraged to seek out a prospective faculty advisor, which must be secured before registration is permitted. Prerequisite: Students must have faculty approval.

This course provides a thorough treatment of up-to-date urban storm water management practices. The focus is on the reduction of the impact of development on flood potential, erosion, and water quality. The course presents the key components of stormwater management in urbanized settings, including legal issues, system assessment, hydraulic modeling, implementation of Best Management Practices, impacts of stormwater decision systems on climate change, and monitoring of surface waters and water quality. Prerequisites: CIVL 7060 and CIVL 7020

This course investigates the response and design of structures to earthquake loading. Topics include earthquake ground motion and response of single-degree-of-freedom systems to earthquake loading, response spectra and the response spectrum analysis of multi-degree-of-freedom systems; seismic design philosophy and analysis methods per the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC); and application of capacity design. Prerequisites: CIVL 7023 and CIVL 7072