Course Overview
This practicum is designed to provide students with the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge and entry level skills learned in a classroom setting in relevant work placements to practice and develop new skills in professional settings. Students will be employed in paid junior positions for the duration of this practicum. Students will complete tasks that relate directly to the core competencies of the Certificate in Essential Technical Skills in Architecture, Construction and Engineering. Students will be monitored and supported by faculty and program administration staff.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Integrate the foundational theoretical knowledge and applied skills gained from ACED 1200, ACED 1210, ACED 1220, COMM 1103 and BLDC 1050 in a professional workplace environment. The students will be able to apply a minimum of four of the following seven outcomes to their practicum, depending on whether they have been placed in an architectural, construction or engineering setting:
- Apply entry level building technology skills (ACED 1220);
- Apply entry level project management (ACED 1210);
- Apply entry level digital modeling skills (ACED 1200);
- Apply entry level business and technical communication skills (COMM 1103);
- Apply entry level knowledge on materials and methods in this course and/or ACED 1250;
- Work productively as a junior member of a team in the office and in the field (taking direction, asking questions, executing requested tasks); and/or
- Communicate effectively in a professional environment.
- Demonstrate insight of the career options within the architecture, construction, and engineering fields.
- Analyze and evaluate professional interests and career goals.
Effective as of Winter 2024
Related Programs
Design Build Practicum 2 (ACED 1270) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Construction and the Environment
- Essential Technical Skills for Architecture, Construction, and Engineering
Certificate Part-time
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