- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course covers the duties and legal responsibilities involved in public works inspection; examines inspection techniques, reports and data collection; and examines relevant clauses of MMCD general specifications for Public Works construction. Inspection requirements and quality control for soil placement, asphalt cement, Portland cement concrete and underground utilities are discussed.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$987.09
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- List and describe the duties and responsibilities of a public works inspector.
- Describe and use appropriate inspection techniques.
- Collect required data and prepare an inspection report.
- Discuss relevant clauses of MMCD general specifications for construction.
- Classify soils and identify required material tests.
- Demonstrate compaction and field density tests.
- Recognize simple water-related problems in soil and recommend remedial solutions.
- Identify asphalt cements and monitor the asphalt manufacturing and paving process.
- Identify and assist in quality control tests and inspection on Portland cement concrete.
- Monitor forming, curing and finishing of concrete.
- Ensure proper material handling and installation and testing of water, sewer, and underground wiring facilities.
- Monitor location and construction of roads.
- Execute performance evaluation on existing pavement structures.
Effective as of Winter 2011
Related Programs
Public Works Inspection (PUBW 4550) 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
- Civil Technology
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Civil Technology
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below is one offering of PUBW 4550 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 89619
Dates
Mar 09 - Mar 13 Loading
- CRN 89619
- $987.09 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 09 - Mar 13 | Mon - Fri | 08:30 - 16:30 | Burnaby SW03 Rm. 3660 |
Duration
5 days
Instructor
Ken Zeleschuk
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Field trip: TBA.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.