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DRFT 1275: Codes and Regulations 2
Effective date
September 2021
Department
Drafting
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
In this course students are introduced to Part 9 of the Vancouver Building Bylaw (VBBL) and to the Zoning and Development Bylaw RM-5 as it applies to multi-family dwellings. Students develop a preliminary site plan layout to determine the allowable building coverage and size as determined by the VBBL.
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, DRFT 1274.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Select and apply the VBBL and the Zoning Bylaw
- Apply zoning bylaw requirements for a plot plan
- Calculate building areas and floor space ratios (FSR)
- Draw and construct building outlines to a plot plan
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, on-line resources, videos, and problem based learning activities are used.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C-
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
30 |
Minimum of 8 sketches of equal value |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
20 |
Stair quiz |
|
Project |
50 |
Preliminary drawing of a plot plan |
Course topics
- Introduction to the VBBL and Part 9
- Introduction to Zoning & Development Bylaw RM-5
- Building areas and floor space ratios (FSR)
- Multi family residential building construction practices
- Plot plan layout
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.