CAD and BIM Civil/Structural Technician

Upon successful completion of year one of this program, students will be able to:

• Use drawing techniques to complete projects in orthographic projection, sectioning, and dimensioning, auxiliary view and machine detailing.
• Describe concepts in orthographic projection, sectioning, and dimensioning, auxiliary view and machine detailing.
• Employ Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and three dimensional modelling systems skills to produce drawings from data, designs and/or specifications.
• Demonstrate drafting and 3D modeling skills and conventions.
• Develop knowledge and related trade skills in drafting and 3D Building Information Modeling (BIM).
• Utilize critical thinking, team building and interpersonal communication skills.
• Prepare a comprehensive professional portfolio.
• Prepare a résumé and letters of application and perform other related job search skills.

And one (1) set of outcomes from their chosen specialty:

Architectural Specialty:

• Use concepts of building construction and technology to plan and detail residential and commercial buildings in accordance with local by-laws and the BC Building Code.
• Prepare Architectural drawings of residential and commercial structures, which incorporate concrete, steel and wood.

Civil/Structural Specialty:

• Apply concepts of civil technology and planning to produce drawings and three dimensional models for the development of a civil site.
• Use structural engineering theories and BIM practices to prepare engineering drawings for three dimensional models of structures, which incorporate reinforced concrete and structural steel.

Steel Construction Modelling Specialty (available first year only):

• Utilize data from current building codes and fabrication standards to develop practical connections between components that are code-compliant and practical to fabricate and install on site.
• Use structural engineering drawings and specifications to prepare three dimensional models of structures that utilise structural steel.
• Employ current Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and three dimensional modelling systems as a tool to produce structural steel fabrication and arrangement drawings from data, designs and/or specifications.

Upon successful completion of the second year of this program, students will be able to:

• Apply Integrated Design Process (IDP) to integrate people systems and practices into a process to reduce waste and optimize efficiency through all phases of design, fabrication and construction. 
• Employ current Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and three-dimensional modelling systems as a tool to produce drawings from data, designs and/or specifications.
• Apply terminology and conventions used in a project design team.
• Integrate a variety of CAD models for each discipline into a complete final model using CAD drafting, 3D BIM, and related trade skills and knowledge.
• Prepare a comprehensive professional portfolio.
• Contribute as part of a multidisciplinary design team.
• Use critical thinking, team building and interpersonal communication skills to work effectively in a team environment.
• Integrate various BIM software to communicate, collaborate and cooperate with a design team.
• Apply the concepts and processes of a second discipline (either Architectural or Civil/Structural), and apply those conceptions in a 3D BIM setting. 
• Apply personal reflection and critical thinking to the relation between the program's learning outcomes and the student's individualized learning.
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a design team setting. 

Program-specific

General

• This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International.
• Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
• Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.

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