- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
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, gravity load paths and selection of structural systems.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in CIVL 1120
Credits
2.5
Domestic fees
$769.70
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain the philosophy of Limit States Design.
- Explain the overall structural design process.
- Quantify dead loads, occupancy loads, snow loads, and wind loads in accordance with current NBCC and BCBC Division B Part 4 criteria.
- Trace vertical load paths through basic structural systems and multi-storey buildings.
Effective as of Winter 2015
Related Programs
Intro to Structural Design (CIVL 2170) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Construction and the Environment
- Civil Technology
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Civil Technology
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2025
Below is one offering of CIVL 2170 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 68184
Dates
Apr 14 - Jun 30 In Progress
- CRN 68184
- $769.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 14 - Jun 30 | Mon | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SW03 Rm. 3675 |
Duration
10 weeks
Instructor
Mark Robertson
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course will run for 10 classes. Instructional sessions are delivered by industry subject matter expert instructors. For more info visit: commons.bcit.ca/civiltech/ *No class on April 21, 2025 (Easter Monday)* *No class on May 19, 2025 (Victoria Day)*
Status
In Progress
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Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.