- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Sponsored and developed by the Canadian Home Builders Association of BC, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation and the Homeowner Protection Office of BC. This course provides knowledge of the background building science that allows durable building envelopes to be constructed or restored. Note: This course was formerly available as BLDG 0137.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$553.29
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Identify the movement of moisture into the building envelope, and describe the conditions that cause wood rot and how moisture movement can be controlled.
- Identify air and vapour barriers and their role in minimizing condensation.
- Know how walls are exposed to rainwater and how they can be constructed to eliminate potential problems.
- Mitigate water leakage through and around window and doors, window standards, types of window assemblies, and the different types of window systems, including face sealed windows, concealed barrier windows and rain screen windows.
- Prepare construction detail of roofs, decks, balconies and walkways.
- Understand the role of the building envelope consultant, the role of the general contractor and quality assurance protocols for construction.
Effective as of Fall 2010
Related Programs
Building Envelope Solutions (BLDG 1137) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Construction and the Environment
- Architectural and Building Technology
Certificate Part-time
- Construction Estimating
Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below is one offering of BLDG 1137 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 37461
Dates
Thu Sep 05 - Thu Nov 21
- 12 weeks
- CRN 37461
- Domestic fees $553.29
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check back next term, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 05 - Nov 21 | Thu | 18:45 - 21:45 | Online |
Instructor
Michael Battistel
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- ***This is not a self-paced course. There will be specific time lines for assignments and exams.*** You will require a stable internet connection, a laptop or desktop computer for this course. You must also have an e-mail address and access to a computer capable of downloading basic documents. Students will participate in weekly "Virtual Classroom" sessions, per the above class schedule. Important course information will be sent to registered students closer to course start date. Make sure your email address on your student account is correct and up to date.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.