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Construction Drawings for Commercial Buildings ASCT 1135

Architectural and Structural CADD and Graphics Course

International Fees

International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.

Course details

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop a set of construction drawings from concept sketches, design information, codes and specifications. Students will learn how to graphically convey design and dimensional information and apply drawing conventions and techniques, construction systems and details in regard to reinforced concrete structural systems. The course is delivered through project work on foundation plans, sections, roof plans, schedules, and connection details. This course may be eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant. Students register themselves into the course, then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment, if eligible.

Prerequisite(s)

Credits

4.0

Domestic fees

$765.15

Course offerings

Spring/Summer 2024

Below is one offering of ASCT 1135 for the Spring/Summer 2024 term.

CRN 67334

Duration

Tue Apr 02 - Thu Jun 06 (10 weeks)

  • 10 weeks
  • CRN 67334
  • Domestic fees $765.15
    International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Apr 02 - Jun 06 Tue, Thu N/A Online
Instructor

TBD

Course outline

Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.

Domestic fees

$765.15

Important information
  1. Internet delivery format.
  2. Departmental approval needed
  3. International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
  4. Student must complete all pre-requisites prior to course start. Approval required prior to registration, please email request (include BCIT ID A#) to Program Assistant susan_kong@bcit.ca. Department Contact: Samaneh Hashemi, Ph.D., P.Eng. Department Head 604-412-7473 Samaneh_Hashemi@bcit.ca . Important course information will be sent to registrants prior to course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information. Course modules are uploaded regularly.in Learning Hub. Live Lectures and Q&A sessions to be announced by instructor.
Status

Cancelled

This course offering has been cancelled. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Properly use symbols and abbreviations commonly used in reinforced concrete detailing and design.
  • Produce engineering drawings for footings, tilt-up panels, roof and connection details.
  • Use typical bar bends and standard hook details.
  • Produce and interpret footing schedules.
  • Identify commonly used types of foundation systems – Strip and Pad footings.
  • Identify cast-in place construction method.
  • Verify compliance with specifications of the engineer.
  • Correctly interpret and apply reinforced bar Marking Systems and Bar Marks.

Effective as of Fall 2018

Related Programs

Construction Drawings for Commercial Buildings (ASCT 1135) is offered as a part of the following programs:

  • Indicates programs accepting international students.
  • Indicates programs with a co-op option.

School of Construction and the Environment

  1. Architectural and Structural CADD and Graphics Technician (Structural Option)
    Certificate Full-time
  2. Construction Drawings
    Associate Certificate Part-time

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