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Installation of Building Enclosures for Mass Timber Buildings TMBR 1040

Mass Timber Construction 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

​Students will examine the different types of components and methods used for producing building enclosure assemblies for mass timber construction. They will learn about the characteristics of common materials used in building enclosures as well as their installation methods and sequences. They will learn about the benefits and drawbacks of various enclosure structural systems in the context of given primary structural systems. Moisture management and mitigation strategies will also be presented.​

Prerequisite(s)

Credits

3.5

Domestic fees

$0.00

Course offerings

Spring/Summer 2024

Below is one offering of TMBR 1040 for the Spring/Summer 2024 term.

CRN 68364

Duration

Mon Apr 08 - Sat May 18 (6 weeks)

  • 6 weeks
  • CRN 68364
  • Domestic fees $0.00
    International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Apr 08 - May 18 N/A N/A Online
Instructor

James Higgins

Course outline

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Domestic fees

$0.00

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. This is an Industry Services delivery. All applications must be approved by Ann Martineau, Industry Services Assistant: amartineau@bcit.ca .
Status

In Progress

This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.

Learning Outcomes

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

  • Describe the common enclosure materials and enclosure structures used for mass timber applications.
  • Describe the site installation methods for common enclosure assemblies.
  • Interpret installation drawings and specifications for building enclosures to determine installation sequence.
  • Explain moisture management and mitigation strategies for mass timber buildings, including installation of moisture protection materials.
  • Explain the different types of the common prefabricated enclosure systems from engineered/curtain wood façade to conventional enclosures.
  • Identify how to install detail components including seals and closures for air and water control/continuity.

Effective as of Fall 2022

Related Programs

Installation of Building Enclosures for Mass Timber Buildings (TMBR 1040) 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. Construction of Mass Timber Structures
    Associate Certificate Part-time

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