Description: This course will give students an introduction and overview focusing on Computer Aided Design and drafting using AutoCAD on a PC platform. Explore the use of computer-aided design in the profession. Utilizing high-end computer tools, students will gain knowledge in basic AutoCAD settings and acquire some fundamental 2 dimensional technical drawing skills.

Description: This course introduces and emphasizes AutoCAD three-dimensional drawing concepts and model creation settings. The application of isometric assembly, three-dimensional user defined coordinate system, surface modeling, 3D object creation / editing and multiple viewport presentation and viewing technique will be the focus. Students will acquire the knowledge in the concept of forming and editing composite solid models in spatial orientation. Rendering technique and multiple viewport presentation for solid models will also be emphasized in this course.

Description: This course will give students a thorough understanding of the Canadian building law and the British Columbia Building Code. Major topics include the study of the zoning, all aspects of residential and commercial building construction standards, design specifications, occupant safety and professional practice which may affect the design and construction of the building. Occupational health and safety in local workplace will also be emphasized in this course.

Description: This course introduces students to the concepts and principles of engineering graphics, including such topics as Principles of Projection, Sketching, Section¬ing, Dimensioning, Engineering Drawings and Design, Visualization, Intersection and Development, and Pre¬sent¬ing Technical Information.

Description: This course is organized into three sections: modeling; basic lights and mapping; plus advanced lights, mapping and animation. Lists of critical terms, brief explanations of basic concepts, plus general guidelines for producing quality results are provided and a number of step-by-step examples engineered to guide students to mastery of proven modeling, rendering, and animation techniques follow.

Description: This course covers the principals of plumbing systems with a strong emphasis on building piping components, materials and design layout as applied to water, storm and sanitary system in buildings. Students will learn to prepare load estimates for building facilities. The principals of heat transfer and properties of air conditioning processes will also be discussed.

Description: Electrical Code standards and will be taught to prepare for the industry standard examination. The principals of heat transfer and properties of air conditioning processes will also be discussed.

Description: With this module, using Autodesk Inventor 6 to design and construct 3D models has never been easier. This all-inclusive, how-to module demystifies computer-modeling concepts, and features scores of examples that relate directly to real-world product design. Modeling methods are outlined in sections, making it easy to gain new skills. Topics of interest include: modeling sheet metal components, concurrent use of part modeling and assembly modeling, and more.

Description: This course is a powerful parametric Building Information Modeling (BIM) program that works the way Architects think. From Preliminary Design through Design Development, and into Construction Documents, the program streamlines the design process with a central 3D model. Students use Revit® Architecture to learn about building information modeling and the tools for parametric building design and documentation. Students begin the course by learning the fundamental features of Revit Architecture 2009, and then progressing through schematic design and construction documentation, before finishing with design visualization.

Description: This course provides the student with the knowledge necessary to estimate and control construction activities for typical building and civil engineering construction projects. Topics include construction equipment, planning, quantity takeoffs, productivity rates, costing, and construction inspection. The second part introduces the legal aspects of construction contract administration. Topics include an overview of the Canadian legal system, contractual responsibilities and relationships between the various parties to a construction contract, bonding, liens and holdbacks, tendering, types of construction contracts, contents of a contract document, and the application of typical clauses to construction-related issues.

Description: This course helps students learn AutoCAD by actually using it in planning and designing a wide variety of realistic interiors. Using a non-technical writing style and hands-on PROMPT/RESPONSE tutorial approach, it takes students step-by-step through the creation of all of the drawings necessary for a space planning project (Tenant Space Project) — from floor plans, elevations, and furniture planning, through power and lighting plans, to isometric and three-dimensional drawings.

Description: The course provides students with good knowledge in using Autodesk Civil 3D computer software for civil engineering, land development as well as infrastructure design applications. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to create civil plan, profile, and cross sections as well 3-dimensional corridor models. Major topics included survey data imports, creation of dynamic land surfaces as well as defining land parcels, roadway alignments, underground piping layout, infrastructure assemblies. Students will also learn automatic drafting procedures, dynamic model updating techniques and the computation of pavement construction material quantities.

Description: This course will give the students the opportunity to prepare a portfolio for presentation purposes. Students will use various computer aided design software to print architectural, civil engineering, as well as mechanical working drawings. The portfolio will also include resumes and cover letters for job search.

Description: The second to last course consists of 100 hours of work experience / practicum, whereby each student will be at various small and mid-sized engineering / design businesses within the lower mainland. The purpose of this time is to apply the theory and skills learned throughout the program and observe professionals in practical situations. As well students will acquire situational-specific skills and identify areas that may need to be developed further. Students receive feedback and evaluation of their performance and gain valuable contacts in this diverse field.