Introduction to Steel Structures

Course code DRFT 1213

Credit 4.0

Length 80.0 hours

Course outline View

In this course, students also explore the basics of structural steel framing systems and create steel structure drawings using steel drafting conventions. Students also learn to read, interpret and understand structural drawings.

Prerequisites

DRFT 1010, DRFT 1011, DRFT 1012, DRFT 1013.

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • • Terminology, abbreviations, and symbols used in construction drawings • Drafting techniques & conventions used in construction drawings • Steel framing systems • Structural steel shapes • Steel framing and loading • Steel roof and floor plans • Steel bracing elevation drawings • Steel column base plates • Basic welded and bolted connections

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
72977 November 9, 2026
to December 2, 2026
Lecture
Online
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Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† 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.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.