The construction industry is the largest employer in BC. The Construction Technology program prepares students to enter the administrative and technician areas of the construction industry. The study focuses on drafting, estimating, surveying, inspecting, materials testing, and coordinating. Topics include:

Codes, Standards and Regulations
Gain knowledge of the interpretation and application of municipal, provincial and national codes and standards that apply to all phases of civil and building construction.

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
Learn to create, modify, and interpret 2D and 3D AutoCAD drawings using software and management tools commonly used in engineering, drafting, and designing in architectural and civil engineering.

Occupational Health and Safety
Understand the role of key stakeholders involved in health and safety issues in construction.

Estimating
Use estimating techniques to determine the cost of building materials, labour, site overhead, and start-up costs associated with residential and commercial construction. Students will also learn reading and interpretation of blueprints and specifications that enables learners to effectively estimate and construct a structure. Included are architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical drawings.

Surveying
Use surveying equipment to measure distances, angles, and elevations in order to locate site features. This information will be used to develop site plans, contour plans, and other technical drawings.

Testing of Materials
Sample and test various construction materials including concrete, soils, and asphalt. Students will use the lab at BCIT to implement testing. This course presents the principles of construction material testing and evaluating procedures through lectures, problem-solving sessions and on site experimental work.