Course Overview
Presents practical computer applications with an emphasis on construction documentation, economic problems, estimating and scheduling associated with project and construction management of construction projects. Topics include use of MS Excel and MS Project software.
Prerequisite(s)
- Successful completion of Construction Operations program or departmental approval and a background in a Windows and Excel environments.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$564.42 - $607.36 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Identify various forms of construction documents.
- Produce Change Order forms.
- Apply appropriate MS Excel features to insure document accuracy and efficiently produce documents.
- Apply appropriate financial functions in MS Excel for calculations related to the construction process.
- Create Application for Payment forms.
- Generate sequence of applications for payment.
- Create a project plan by using MS Project software.
- Analyze a project plan and implement scheduling techniques to improve efficiency.
- Add resources and cost components to a project plan in MS Project.
- Resolve potential scheduling issues.
- Generate relevant reports in different project phases.
- Track project progress and update a project plan.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2015
Related Programs
Computer Applications in Construction (BLDT 2061) 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
- Construction Estimating
Certificate Part-time
- Construction Management
Diploma Part-time
- Construction Supervision
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below are four offerings of BLDT 2061 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 70612
Dates
Jul 08 - Aug 17 Loading
- CRN 70612
- $564.42 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 08 - Aug 17 | Mon, Wed | 18:00 - 21:15 | Online |
Duration
6 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- *** Please note - this class will run for 11 classes, Mondays and Wednesdays, starting on Wednesday, July 8th and ending Monday, August 17th, with 15 minutes added per class, starting at 6:00 pm - 9:15 pm. There is no class on August 3rd, as it is a Stat. ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific time lines for assignments and exams.*** A computer with speakers is required for this course. You must also have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. Students will participate in twice weekly "Virtual Classroom" sessions, per the above class schedule. 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.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
CRN 50864
Dates
Apr 09 - Jun 25 Loading
- CRN 50864
- $607.36 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 09 - Jun 25 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 338 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Luis Rafael Fernandez Angulo
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Students must be familiar with Excel and file management. Successful completion of Construction Operations program or departmental approval and a background in Windows and Excel environments. This course will be in person on the BCIT Bby campus
Confirmation
Required
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Status
CRN 67232
Dates
Apr 10 - Jun 19 Loading
- CRN 67232
- $564.42 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10 - Jun 19 | Fri | 18:00 - 21:15 | Online |
Duration
11 weeks
Instructor
Christopher Black
Course outline
Important information
- *** Please note - this class will run for 11 weeks, with 15 minutes added per class, starting at 6:00 pm - 9:15 pm weekly, ending June 19th ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific time lines for assignments and exams.*** A computer with speakers is required for this course. You must also have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. Students will participate in weekly "Virtual Classroom" sessions, per the above class schedule. 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.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
CRN 70622
Dates
Apr 13 - Jul 06 Loading
- CRN 70622
- $564.42 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 13 - Jul 06 | Mon | 18:30 - 21:30 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Luis Rafael Fernandez Angulo
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- *** There will be no class on May 18th, Statutory Holiday. ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific time lines for assignments and exams.*** A computer with speakers is required for this course. You must also have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. Students will participate in weekly "Virtual Classroom" sessions, per the above class schedule. 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.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
Status
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