In this course students apply the appropriate codes and zoning requirements as set out in the Vancouver Building Bylaw (VBBL) for multi-family wood framed structures. Students follow a typical design workflow process to prepare a set of architectural drawings of a town house.
Prerequisites
DRFT 1200.
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.
- Project specifications
- Typical drawing workflow procedure
- Introduction to the VBBL & Part 9
- Introduction to the Zoning & Development Bylaw RM-5
- Building areas and floor space ratios (FSR)
- Building envelope views within the zoning requirements
- Roof framing methods
- Multi-family building assemblies & construction practices
- Multi-level stair requirements
- Room design and layout strategies for multi-level residences
- Floor plans
- Interior elevations
- Elevations and exterior finishes
- Unprotected openings
- Section and details
- Plot plan
- Roof plan
- Architectural annotations & conventions
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40786 |
January 18, 2027 to February 24, 2027 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
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.