Lesson series
Mastering Construction Technology
32 Hours
Description: This training program was specifically designed and created to help participants from the construction sector study the following topics
Part 1
1. Introduction of Housing
- Home Construction
- Unintended Consequences
- Commission for the Quality of Construction
- Build Smart - Net Zero Ready Home
2. The House & Building Science and Flow Principles
- The house and building science
- Consumer decisions and profitability
- Building envelope
- Air flow principles
- Heat flow principles
- Moisture flow principles
3. Managing Flows
- Managing air flows
- Managing heat flows
- Managing water moisture
- Managing water vapors
- Creating a comfortable environment
4. The Impact of Climate Factors
- Geographical considerations
- Geological considerations
- Site assessment
- Winter construction considerations
Part 2
5. Science of Foundations
- Introduction to structural loads
- Foundations and footings
- Foundation walls
- Foundation structural components
- Foundation building envelope
6. Science of Residential Superstructures
- Introduction to superstructures
- Subfloor design
- Framing walls
- Roof structure
- Windows and stairs
- Superstructure other materials
Part 3
7. Superstructure Building Envelope
- Superstructure building envelope
- Secondary plane of protection
- Primary layer of protection
- Windows, doors, fascia and soffits
- Capillary action and moisture control
- Heat flow and insulation
8. Controlling the Interior Environment
- Controlling the interior environment
- Heating systems
- Ventilation systems
- Occupant lifestyle and actions
- Sustainable development
Objectives and Outcome: Upon completion of the above in-depth course, successful participants will have a better understanding of the particular topic and gain the right mix of knowledge and skills in response to current technological advancements and the participants will be educated on how to work effectively for the best outcomes, the successful participants will also get a Housing Management Commission accredited certificate for completion of this specific construction related training program.
1. Introduction of Housing
- Home Construction
- Unintended Consequences
- Commission for the Quality of Construction
- Build Smart - Net Zero Ready Home
2. The House & Building Science and Flow Principles
- The house and building science
- Consumer decisions and profitability
- Building envelope
- Air flow principles
- Heat flow principles
- Moisture flow principles
3. Managing Flows
- Managing air flows
- Managing heat flows
- Managing water moisture
- Managing water vapors
- Creating a comfortable environment
4. The Impact of Climate Factors
- Geographical considerations
- Geological considerations
- Site assessment
- Winter construction considerations
Part 2
5. Science of Foundations
- Introduction to structural loads
- Foundations and footings
- Foundation walls
- Foundation structural components
- Foundation building envelope
6. Science of Residential Superstructures
- Introduction to superstructures
- Subfloor design
- Framing walls
- Roof structure
- Windows and stairs
- Superstructure other materials
Part 3
7. Superstructure Building Envelope
- Superstructure building envelope
- Secondary plane of protection
- Primary layer of protection
- Windows, doors, fascia and soffits
- Capillary action and moisture control
- Heat flow and insulation
8. Controlling the Interior Environment
- Controlling the interior environment
- Heating systems
- Ventilation systems
- Occupant lifestyle and actions
- Sustainable development
Objectives and Outcome: Upon completion of the above in-depth course, successful participants will have a better understanding of the particular topic and gain the right mix of knowledge and skills in response to current technological advancements and the participants will be educated on how to work effectively for the best outcomes, the successful participants will also get a Housing Management Commission accredited certificate for completion of this specific construction related training program.
Program Duration
The duration of the program is 4 weeks.
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Learning Resources
Learning resources are mainly from textbooks, real-life case studies, internet information, as well as videos.
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Delivery Methods:
In-class instruction, On-site, Distance/Online, or Combined
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Marking Scheme
This program will have two parts; one part is a theory, and another part is practice.
Completion of distance class of theory will be counted as 50% towards the final grade, Completion of case study, term project, and presentation will be counted as 50% towards the final grade.
Grading scale for each class is as follows:
A 94-100%
A- 90-93%
B+ 86-89%
B 83-85%
B- 80-82%
C+ 75-79%
C 70-74%
D 60-69%
F 0-59%
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Requirements for Graduation
Courses with grades lower than “C” is not counted toward the completion of the corporate training program.
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Capacity (number of participants): 30
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Name of instructors: team of experts of Vancity Institute,
Jamie, Designer with Bachelor’s Degree of interior design and 25+ years of construction professional experience along with tremendous 10+ years experience in teaching and coaching
Vivian, Lawyer with Bachelor’s Degree of law, 25+ years of construction professional experience along with 10+ years experience in teaching and coaching
Richard, Engineer with Bachelor’s Degree of engineering, 25+ years of construction professional experience along with 10+ years experience in teaching and coaching
Bill, QS with Bachelor’s Degree of engineering, 30+ years of construction professional experience along with 10+ years experience in teaching and coaching
Thomas, architect with Bachelor’s Degree of architecture, 35+ years of construction professional experience along with 15+ years experience in teaching and coaching
Qian, Administrator and associate instructor, with Bachelor’s Degree of Economics, 8+ years of admin experience along with 8+ years experience in teaching and coaching