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DRFT 1276: Construction Assemblies 2
Effective date
September 2021
Department
Drafting
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
In this course students build knowledge by applying more advanced methods of building assemblies. Students prepare various assembly views required for course DRFT 1277, Multi 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 1273, DRFT 1275.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify areas requiring assembly views
- Locate and use the appropriate assemblies from the Best Practice Guide
- Modify assembly views to comply with Part 9 of the VBBL
- Draw and complete detail views using accurate drafting standards
- Interpret sentences from Part 9 of the VBBL into graphical representations
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 |
|
Project |
100 |
Minimum of 6 drawings of views of approx. equal value |
Course topics
- Introduction to CMHC Best Practice Guides
- Typical building assemblies
- VBBL Part 9 requirements
- Section and detail 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.