Course details
Familiarizes the technical writer with formats and conventions of documents used in the construction industry. Also includes a review of basic English grammar and sentence structure as well as an introduction to public speaking. Emphasis is placed on writing with clarity, directness, and brevity. 3.0 credits 12 weeks.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Cost
$571.11
Course offerings
Fall 2023
Below are three offerings of BLDT 1051 for the Fall 2023 term.
CRN 38610
Duration
Tue Sep 05 - Tue Nov 21 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 38610
- $571.11
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 05 - Nov 21 | Tue | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 404 |
Instructor
Laura Browne
Course outline
Cost
$571.11
Important information
-
This is not an ESL course - Canadian level grade 10 is required at minimum. - no vacation requests - no extensions except for documented medical reasons - please see Course outlinE. Please check registration page. Also check BCIT.CA main web page for updates and also check your my.bcit.ca email .
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 32599
Duration
Wed Sep 06 - Wed Nov 22 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 32599
- $571.11
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 06 - Nov 22 | Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 412 |
Instructor
Laura Browne
Course outline
Cost
$571.11
Important information
-
this is not ESL course - grade 10 Canadian English is required. - no vacation requests - no extensions except for documented medical reasons - please see Course outline Please check registration page re instructions re online or in class bby campus. Also check BCIT.CA main web page for updates and also check your my.bcit.ca email .
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 37670
Duration
Sat Sep 09 - Sat Nov 25 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 37670
- $571.11
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Nov 25 | Sat | 09:30 - 12:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 412 |
Instructor
Laura Browne
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$571.11
Important information
-
1. This is not an ESL course - Canadian level grade 10 is required at minimum. no vacation requests - no extensions except for documented medical reasons - please see Course outline Please check registration page re instructions re online . Also check BCIT.CA main web page for updates and also check your my.bcit.ca email.
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, the student will be able to:
- Create documents that follow the conventions of correct grammar, spelling, mechanics and punctuation.
- Generate, draft, and revise a memorandum, short business letter, and facsimile following correct business conventions with respect to format, structure, style and content.
- Make notes at job-site or office meetings, and then draft and revise an accurate record of such meetings following correct business conventions with respect to format, structure, style and content.
- Prepare an agenda for a job-site or office meeting following correct business conventions with respect to format, structure, style, and content.
- Communicate verbally with increased clarity and confidence.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
Technical Writing and Communications (BLDT 1051) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Construction and the Environment
- Construction Estimating
Certificate Part-time
- Construction Operations
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Public Works Supervision
Associate Certificate Part-time
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