This course will introduce the student to the basic principles and skills of a steel detailer. The student will learn the structural steel sections, fabrication processes, Canadian steel construction code, fabrication standards, structural bolting and welding. They will use the data and skills learned and apply it to a variety of introductory steel detailing shop drawings (steel columns and beams).
Prerequisites
DRFT 2100.
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.
- Canadian Institute of Steel Construction Handbook contents
- Canadian Welding Bureau Welding Standard
- Structural steel shapes production, features and uses
- Shop fabrication equipment and processes
- Symbols, terminology and abbreviations used on construction drawings
- Steel shop and erection drawing features
- Weld types, strength calculations and symbology
- Bolt types, strength and shop/field considerations
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71040 |
November 9, 2026 to November 25, 2026 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | 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.