Course Overview
This course gives a general overview of western wood-frame building construction, which includes BC Building Code Part 9 requirements, architectural working drawings production, and general problem resolution. Weekly lab sessions include discussions on common site construction practices and code references. Assignment topics include plan views, sections, and construction details.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
5.0
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Use a systematic approach to solving building construction problems.
- Identify architectural working drawing requirements.
- Size sawn timber components to meet requirements of the BC Building Code Part 9.
- Determine unreinforced concrete wall and footing dimensions to meet requirements of the BC Building Code Part 9.
- Prepare a partial set of architectural working drawings for a small residential project.
- Identify and use as appropriate the different bearing systems (full circle and quadrantal) to interpret survey drawings.
- Use current CAD software as a tool for drawing production in completion of projects.
Effective as of Fall 2025
Related Programs
Building Construction 1 (BLDG 1200) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Construction and the Environment
- Architectural and Building Technology
Diploma Full-time
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