Mastering Interior Finishes and Energy Step Code

Description: This training program was specifically designed and created to help participants from the construction sector study the following topics
-discuss the correct way to installation of interior finishes. It is critical for home builders to understand the knowledge

-Select interior materials correctly as it is a vital part of a project’s sustainability strategy.

Install interior finishes correctly to be durable and easy to maintain and service.

Design and construct wall, floor and ceiling assemblies in all areas of the building to comply with the sound rating requirements of the current version of BC Building Code (STC50 or ASTC47)

-Paint finishes and sealants correctly.
-The Energy Step Code came into effect on December 15, 2017, under the Climate Leadership Plan (August 2016), the Province is implementing a number of policies to encourage the development of net-zero buildings, one of which is the development of energy-efficiency requirements for new buildings that go beyond the BC Building Code. The Energy Step Code provides municipalities with a consistent provincial standard for energy efficiency, replacing the wide range of existing policies and programs developed by local governments. For those requiring training to meet the new condition, this 23-hour course will cover the BC Energy Step Code and its applications in eight training modules to ensure builders are prepared to build to Step 3 of the BC Energy Step Code; The objectives of the course are to provide in a single volume, a compendium of the best of the current knowledge and practices in the BC energy step code. The course will go through the following topics in residential construction and provide insights to the BC residential building workers and contractors and professionals: we will go through the following 8 modules to introduce the concept of the BC Energy Step Code to the BC residential workers and contractors so students would be able to “consider” the implications of the potential Code requirements on design and construction.

Module 1 - BC Energy Step Code Overview and Requirements

Module 2 - Meeting the BC Energy Step Code by Design

Module 3 - Building Science for the BC Energy Step Code

Module 4 - Building Envelope Options for the BC Energy Step Code

Module 5 - Air Barriers for the BC Energy Step Code

Module 6 - Mechanical Systems for the BC Energy Step Code

Module 7- Building Envelope Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Module 8 - BC Energy Step Code Project Management

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