vcc.ca
DRFT 1273: Construction Assemblies 1
Effective date
September 2021
Department
Drafting
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
In this course, students are introduced to conventional building assemblies and building envelope design and materials used in the coastal climate of B.C. Students prepare a typical wall section required for course DRFT 1274, Single Family Residences.
This course is part of the full-time Architectural Technician, Civil/Structural Technician, Steel Detailing Technician Certificate Programs.
Credits
1.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
DRFT 1272.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify and list the major building assemblies
- Identify and list materials in the building envelope
- Use residential building codes to create graphical representation of structures
- Identify and list the components in a section view
- Draw and complete a section view using accurate drafting standards
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 10
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 20
Total Hours: 30
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 20
Total Hours: 30
Instructional Strategies
Lectures, handouts, group/team participation, props, videos and problem based learning activities are used.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C-
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
40 |
Minimum of 6 sketches of approx. equal value |
|
Project |
50 |
Minimum of 3 drawings of views of approx. equal value |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
10 |
Assemblies quiz |
Course topics
- Wood framing and Construction
- Residential building codes, BCBC Part 9
- Building assembly systems used in the coastal climate of BC
- Building envelopes
- CAD and Architectural drawing conventions
- Section views
Learning resources
Architectural Drafting and Design (Jefferis/Madsen)
Canadian Wood Frame Construction (CMHC) & Glossary
Canadian Wood Frame Construction (CMHC) & Glossary
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.