In this course, students are introduced to conventional building assemblies and building envelope design and materials used in the coastal climate of B.C. Students prepare a typical wall section required for course DRFT 1274, Single Family Residences.
This course is part of the full-time Architectural Technician, Civil/Structural Technician, Steel Detailing Technician Certificate Programs.
Prerequisites
DRFT 1272.
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What you will learn
- Wood framing and Construction
- Residential building codes, BCBC Part 9
- Building assembly systems used in the coastal climate of BC
- Building envelopes
- CAD and Architectural drawing conventions
- Section views
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.