- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
With a strong focus on the interconnectedness of social, environmental, and cultural factors, this course explores a range of topics essential for designing spaces that address the challenges of our rapidly changing world. Through an interdisciplinary approach, learners will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to address the issues caused by climate change; social unrest; pandemics and create built environments that prioritize the health, wellbeing, and safety of occupants, as well as the broader community and the environment. The course emphasizes the integration of inclusive design principles, Indigenous cultural values, disease prevention strategies, and the creation of resilient structures capable of withstanding extreme events.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$684.97
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Understand how building design contributes to the health and wellbeing of the occupants and the environment.
- Create environments that are inclusive and respectful of Indigenous cultural values.
- Recognize how architectural and interior design can minimize the transmission of diseases.
- Create buildings that can function and are habitable during extreme weather events or after natural disasters and the loss of power.
- Make buildings that are safer during social unrest.
Effective as of Winter 2024
Related Programs
Resilience and Equity in the Built Environment (XRGN 4535) 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
- Principles of Regenerative Building
Microcredential Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below is one offering of XRGN 4535 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 51476
Dates
Wed Sep 18 - Wed Dec 04
- 12 weeks
- CRN 51476
- Domestic fees $684.97
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18 - Dec 04 | Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Downtown DTC Rm. 688 |
Instructor
Shane O'Hanlon
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.
- Students must have prior experience with construction terminology and reading building drawings. Please contact Melinda Mar (mmar1@bcit.ca) for more information and on how to register.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.