1/3/2020 Steel Detailing Technician (Certificate) - Vancouver Community College

Steel Detailing
Technician (Certificate)
Learn Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and Building Information Modelling (BIM) software and
techniques used in developing infrastructure such as roads, bridges, schools, stadiums, high rises,
and commercial buildings.

Tuition: $6,280* Format: Class-based 27/hour

$
Credential: Certificate Campus: Downtown
B.C. median wage
Length: 10 months Start Dates: Sep (2017-2018)†
Hours: Full-time

What you will learn

Technical dra ing so ware: AutoCAD, Autodesk, Tekla Structures

Dra ing terminology, conventions, and annotation

Drawing from data, designs, and/or specifications

Technical mathematics

Construction site safety

3D and building information modelling (BIM)

Orthographic projection

Sectioning and dimensioning

Auxiliary view

Machine detailing

Canadian building codes and steel construction standards

Structural steel fabrication and arrangement

On-site installation

Bolting and welding

Structural steel square framing

Metal guardrails, handrails, platforms, and flooring

Trusses and truss geometry

Structural stress and load reversal

Critical thinking

Team building

Interpersonal communication

Technical communications

Portfolio development

Résumés and application letters

Job-search skills and interviews

What to expect
10 months of full-time study

Classes Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Project-based learning

Presentations

Laboratory work

Homework

Theory

Individual projects

Theory examinations

Practical/drawing assessments

Opportunity to advance into a CAD and BIM Technician diploma program*

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*Upon completing the 10-month Civil/Structural Technician Certificate, students may earn a CAD and BIM Technician diploma by completing Terms 2 and 3
(8 months) of a second dra ing specialty: Architectural
(https://www.vcc.ca/programscourses/program-areas/design/architectural-technician-certificate-formerly-dra ing/) or Civil/Structural
(https://www.vcc.ca/programscourses/program-areas/design/civilstructural-technician-certificate-formerly-dra ing/).

Admission requirements

PROGRAM-SPECIFIC

Grade 12 graduation or equivalent

English Language Proficiency at a grade 12 level or CLB/CLBPT Listening 8, Speaking 7, Reading 8, and Writing 7

Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 11 or equivalent or VCC Math Assessment with 80% Basic Arithmetic and 72% Basic Algebra

Note:

Applicants who do not meet the English language requirement may be admitted at the discretion of the Department

Applicants who have met all the above requirements and have completed high school Dra ing 11 and 12 may, with Departmental approval, apply for
direct entry into Level 2 of the program.

For assistance with meeting the entrance requirements, please contact Advising Services to schedule an appointment with an Advisor.

Applicants who have met the above requirements and completed Dra ing 11 and 12 in high school can apply for direct entry into Level 2 of the program.

VCC CAD Citation graduates may insert into level 2 of the program.

GENERAL

This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International
(/international/programs/).

Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)

Applicants must submit o icial transcripts and educational documents(/applying/registration-services/admissions-and-records/#d.en.805087) as

required by their course or program.

 Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free in academic upgrading(/programscourses/academic-upgrading/), university

transfer(/programscourses/university-transfer/) or English as a Second Language(/programscourses/english-as-a-second-language/) (ESL)
Courses.

RECOMMENDED CHARACTERISTICS

Excellent English communication skills.

Working knowledge of Windows OS is strongly recommended.

Good mathematical and mechanical comprehension.

Ability to work in imperial and metric units of measurement.

General good health, good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Successful work habits and an ability to work well with others.

Logical reasoning and an ability to visualize objects.

Interest in all aspects of architecture, engineering, general construction and related fields.

Courses *

PROGRAM GENERAL HOURS

Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Course code Course name Credits

TERM 1

DRFT 1010 CAD Dra ing Fundamentals 4

(/courses/dr -1010/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1011 CAD Dra ing Applied 3

(/courses/dr -1011/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1012 O ice & Construct Site Safety 1

(/courses/dr -1012/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1013 Construction Mathematics 1

(/courses/dr -1013/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

  Credits 9

TERM 2

DRFT 1290 Struct Steel Fab Codes & Stand 1

(/courses/dr -1290/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1291 Introduction to Steel Detail 1

(/courses/dr -1291/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1292 Structural Bolting & Welding 1

(/courses/dr -1292/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

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Course code Course name Credits

DRFT 1293 Indust & Comm Basic Framing 4

(/courses/dr -1293/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1294 Connection & Layout Geometry 2

(/courses/dr -1294/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1295 Detail of Inclined Components 4

(/courses/dr -1295/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1296 Miscellaneous Metals Detailing 2

(/courses/dr -1296/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

  Credits 15

TERM 3

DRFT 1380 AutoCAD 3D and Assemblies 2

(/courses/dr -1380/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1391 Introduction to BIM So ware 3

(/courses/dr -1391/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1392 Working with BIM So ware 3

(/courses/dr -1392/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1370 Technical Communications 1

(/courses/dr -1370/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1393 Heavy Structural Steel Framing 4.5

(/courses/dr -1393/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1326 Job Search Skills 0.5

(/courses/dr -1326/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

DRFT 1352 Steel Trusses 2

(/courses/dr -1352/?prMajor=SDTN&prDept=4203)

  Credits 16

  Total Credits 40
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Fees and other costs *

Application fee $35

Tuition $6,280
(/applying/registration-services/fees-and-payments/)

Student union $157

College initiative $105

Campus resource $126

Medical & Dental $280

(http://suvcc.ca/services/health-and-dental-plan/)

U-PASS $410
(/services/current-students/u-pass--compass-card/)

Graduation $40

Total $7,433

Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. For information and prices, visit the VCC Bookstore
(https://downtown.store.vcc.ca/category/textbooks-materials-current-term/cad-bim-technology/steel).

* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are

non-refundable. Tuition fees include a $300 non-refundable deposit.

Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International
(/international/programs/program-areas/).

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy

(/media/vancouver-community-college/content-assets/documents/policies/D.3.4-Tuition-and-Fee-Refund-Policy_approved_2019-06-06.pdf).

Apply now

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ONLINE IN PERSON MAIL

You will be directed to EducationPlannerBC Visit the Registrar's O ice at our Broadway

Get started (/about/college-information/contact-
(https://apply.educationplannerbc.ca/vcc.jsp) us/#d.en.7514)
or Downtown

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us/#d.en.7522) (/media/vancouver-community-
campus college/content-
assets/documents/forms/application-for-
admission-form.pdf)
 and mail to:
VCC Registrar's O ice
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5

Contact us

 Frequently asked questions 

(http://vcc.mycusthelp.ca/webapp/_rs/findanswers.aspx? INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
sSessionID=&filter=B:173)
Visit VCC International
(/international/contact-us/vcc-international-o ice/contact-
 vcccad@vcc.ca
information/)

 Book an appointment with an advisor for contact information.

fill out an online form
(/applying/registration-services/advising-
services/advising-services-appointment/)

Call 604.871.7000, option 2

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