- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
An introduction to the sources, types and qualities of aggregates, and the methods used to find them. Applications of aggregates and the codes governing them are discussed.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.0
Domestic fees
$245.65
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
Module 1 - Origin of Aggregates
- Define construction aggregates.
- Describe the origin and process of aggregate formation.
- Recognize suitable sources for natural aggregates.
- Explain the methods of manufacturing artificial aggregates.
Module 2 - Properties of Aggregates
- Describe and explain the following properties of aggregates; shape, size, texture, density, absorption, strength, toughness and soundness.
- Demonstrate the properties of aggregates as they pertain to construction materials.
- Relate the properties of aggregates to the origin of aggregates.
- Identify the proper tests required to determine a specific property of an aggregate.
Module 3 - Aggregate Source Development
- Describe typical aggregate bearing landforms.
- Lay out a program for subsurface investigation of a proposed deposit.
- Describe a practical method and/or techniques to determine quality and quantity of a proposed deposit.
- Calculate the usable quantity of aggregates in a proposed deposit.
Module 4 - Specification and Codes
- Name the major standards pertaining to aggregate properties.
- Use the various standards as they pertain to aggregate use with differing materials.
- Relate the purpose of standards for construction materials.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Course Offerings
Fall 2025
Below is one offering of TSYH 3220 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 30919
Dates
Start any time Loading
- CRN 30919
- $245.65 Domestic fees
Continuous Entry, Distance or Online
This is a distance learning course. Start any time. You have 26 weeks from the date you register to complete this course.
Duration
26 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Correspondence format.
- Important course information will be sent to you immediately after registering. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please note that the above price is for tuition only; textbooks (if required) are additional. Course materials are available in the Learning Hub: learn.bcit.ca/ Textbooks are not shipped automatically, please order them from the BCIT Bookstore: www.bcitbookstore.ca/distance/ Civil Technology PTS Department: commons.bcit.ca/civiltech/
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.