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DRFT 2272: Diploma Codes and Regulations 1
Effective date
September 2017
Department
Drafting
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
In this course, students are introduced to the B.C. Building Code (BCBC) Part 9 and the National Building Code as related to the Canadian Wood-Frame House Construction Guide by CMHC. Students develop knowledge of acceptable building practices and standards of light wood frame construction.
Credits
1.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
DRFT 2100, DRFT 2270, DRFT 2271.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- List the stages of construction
- List standard lumber sizes used in wood frame construction
- Describe 3 categories found in Division B of the BCBC
- Identify and list the sections found in Part 9 of the BCBC
- Identify and list definitions used in the BCBC
- Draw sketches of components in assemblies
- Apply these concepts and processes in a BIM setting
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, videos and problem based learning activities are used.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C-
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
80 |
4 drawing sketches of equal value |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
20 |
|
Course topics
- • B.C. Building Code, Part 9 • Introduction to wood frame construction • Healthy housing building practices • The construction process • Building component and assemblies practices
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.