- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Introduces basic materials and methods used in construction. Topics include: physical and chemical properties; the manufacturing process of various material and methods and the way they are implemented in a construction project. Div 1 to 5 of the Masterformat.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$553.29 - $595.33 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:
- Identify the various parties involved in the construction process.
- Identify the role of and the requirements of the codes and standards process.
- Identify construction materials from the first six divisions of the MasterFormat and allocate them according to standard practice grouping.
- Understand the chemical and physical make-up of some basic construction materials.
- Identify basic methods of fabricating and installing these basic construction components.
- Understand the sequence of installing these basic components with a view to authorities having jurisdiction.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
Materials and Methods 1 (BLDC 1050) 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
Certificate Part-time
- Building Construction Technology
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Construction Estimating
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2025
Below are three offerings of BLDC 1050 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 55620
Dates
Apr 09 - Jun 25 In Progress
- CRN 55620
- $553.29 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 09 - Jun 25 | Wed | 18:45 - 21:45 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Ranveer Sandhu
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific time lines for assignments and exams.*** Students will participate in weekly "Virtual Classroom" sessions, as per the class schedule above. You will require a stable internet connection, a laptop or desktop computer for this course. You must also have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. Important course information will be sent to registered students closer to course start date. Make sure your email address on your student account is correct and up to date.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
CRN 55865
Dates
Apr 10 - Jun 26 In Progress and Full
- CRN 55865
- $595.33 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10 - Jun 26 | Thu | 18:45 - 21:45 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 330 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Timothy Bryant
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
CRN 69975
Dates
Apr 10 - Jun 26 In Progress
- CRN 69975
- $553.29 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10 - Jun 26 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Ranveer Sandhu
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific time lines for assignments and exams.*** Students will participate in weekly "Virtual Classroom" sessions, as per the class schedule above. You will require a stable internet connection, a laptop or desktop computer for this course. You must also have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. Important course information will be sent to registered students closer to course start date. Make sure your email address on your student account is correct and up to date.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.