Structural Bolting & Welding

Course code DRFT 1292

Credit 1.0

Length 30.0 hours

Course outline View

In this course, the students apply the knowledge gained in DRFT 1290 and DRFT 1291 to practical bolting and welding situations. Through use of tables and standards data, students will develop fully detailed bolted and welded connections, employ appropriate symbols, and gain an understanding of the differences in these operations in the fabrication shop and on the construction site.

This course is part of the full-time Architectural Technician, Civil/Structural Technician, Steel Detailing Technician Certificate Programs.

Prerequisites

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.

  • Weld types
  • Weld strength calculations
  • Weld symbology
  • Bolt types
  • Bolt strength calculations
  • Shop and jobsite considerations
  • Design project

Course schedules

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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.