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
$519.05 - $557.80 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Course offerings
Spring/Summer 2022
Below are three offerings of BLDT 1051 for the Spring/Summer 2022 term.
CRN 61956
Duration
Wed Apr 06 - Wed Jun 22 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 61956
- $545.63
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 06 - Jun 22 | Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 403 |
Instructor
Trevor Hargreaves
Course outline
Cost
$545.63
Important information
-
This is not an ESL course - Canadian level grade 10 is required at minimum. Instructor will send information regarding delivery of this course - approx 1 week before start day for this course. Be sure to check email including your my.bcit.ca account
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 57005
Duration
Thu Apr 07 - Thu Jun 23 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 57005
- $545.63
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 07 - Jun 23 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Instructor
Frances Kirson
Course outline
Cost
$545.63
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
-
This is not an ESL course - Canadian level grade 10 is required at minimum. Instructor will send information regarding delivery of this course - approx 1 week before start day for this course. Be sure to check email including your my.bcit.ca account
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
CRN 64034
Duration
Sat Apr 09 - Sat Jun 25 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 64034
- $545.63
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 09 - Jun 25 | Sat | 09:30 - 12:30 | Online |
Instructor
Trevor Hargreaves
Course outline
Cost
$545.63
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
-
This is not an ESL course students must have Canadian level Grade 10 at minimum. Students must be able to attend all classes no extensions will be permitted. There will be classes on the long weekends. Instructor will send instructions regarding how to access this course 1 week prior to start date - please be sure to check your my.bcit.ca email account
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Fall 2022
Below are three offerings of BLDT 1051 for the Fall 2022 term.
CRN 32599
Duration
Wed Sep 07 - Wed Nov 23 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 32599
- $557.80
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 07 - Nov 23 | Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 412 |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$557.80
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
Sneak Preview
This section is only available for registration starting Wed May 25, 2022 at 9:00 am (PDT)
CRN 38610
Duration
Thu Sep 08 - Thu Nov 24 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 38610
- $519.05
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Nov 24 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$519.05
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
-
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 or in class bby campus. Also check BCIT.CA main web page for updates and also check your my.bcit.ca email .
Status
Sneak Preview
This section is only available for registration starting Wed May 25, 2022 at 9:00 am (PDT)
CRN 37670
Duration
Sat Sep 10 - Sat Nov 26 (12 weeks)
- 12 weeks
- CRN 37670
- $519.05
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 - Nov 26 | Sat | 09:30 - 12:30 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$519.05
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
-
This course will be online and synchronized ie must log on on dates and times listed 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 Notice will come from instructor 1 week to 10 days prior . Also check BCIT.CA main web page for updates and also check your my.bcit.ca email.
Status
Sneak Preview
This section is only available for registration starting Wed May 25, 2022 at 9:00 am (PDT)
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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