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Level 1
Course details
Sketching and Graphics
ARCH8011
Description:
This course, by means of hand sketching, will offer graphic communications practice while providing concepts centered on two and three dimensional objects. It also involves studying the sub components of those objects including visible and hidden lines, points, surfaces or planes. Concepts of primary and auxiliary views, scale, measurement and dimension will complete the curriculum. Objects of study will include elements of structural steel assemblies, details and connection between members.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Introduction to CAD & BIM Technology
ARCH8080
Description:
The first part of this course will introduce the student to CAD software and its use in the production of drawings for structural steel fabrication and construction. The course includes the preparation, organization and management of drawing files as well as the commands and techniques necessary to prepare drawings efficiently and accurately. These skills will be applied in subsequent areas of study and future CAD courses. The second part of the course will compare and contrast techniques and concepts employed in the structural steel industry and by Building Information Management proponents. Software of both disciplines will be explored to understand the common functions and to enable transfer of information between platforms. Modeling techniques will form the basis for developing the individual's capability of managing model data in both platforms.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
3D Modelling and Detailing
ARCH8120
Description:
This course will teach students the fundamentals of using 3D modeling software to create a steel structure. It will consist of learning how to input the gridline system, modelling structural members (beams, columns, bracing, etc), creating suitable connections and learning how to create fabrication drawings. This course will also cover managing the 3D model in terms of generating reports, creating cnc files and using the power of its custom statuses to track real time progress.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Steel Structures
CIVL8001
Description:
This course explores framing concepts, how load is generated and transferred through the structure, size selection and design of structural steel. Students learn the principles of economical framing and preparation of design drawings. Students will calculate the structural capacities of steel components.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Business Communication and Technical Writing
COMM8171
Description:
The course is designed to teach students business communications and technical writing skills. Emphasis is placed on analyzing audience, determining purpose, and ordering ideas effectively for various written communications such as letters, memoranda, meeting agenda and minutes, and technical and business reports in the trade environment. As well, all students are expected to participate in group work throughout the semester and are expected to give oral presentations. Students will also learn how to deal with customer service in a construction environment. The course material is focused to most administrative, supervisory and managerial positions.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Conestoga 101
CON0101
Description:
This self-directed course focuses on introducing new students to the supports, services, and opportunities available at Conestoga College. By the end of this course, students will understand the academic expectations of the Conestoga learning environment, as well as the supports available to ensure their academic success. Students will also be able to identify on-campus services that support their health and wellness, and explore ways to get actively involved in the Conestoga community through co-curricular learning opportunities.
- Hours: 1
- Credits: 0
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Applied Mathematics and Mechanics
MATH8021
Description:
This course applies the mathematics of trigonometry and vectors to the analysis of statically determinant building structures. Students utilize Newtonian physics and the mechanics of rigid bodies to develop the concepts of static equilibrium and the free body diagram. These are used to analyze two dimensional structural building elements and their connections. The structural elements are idealized as simple beams, frames, cantilevered beams and trusses carrying point, uniformly distributed and linearly varying loads.This course introduces the concept of mechanical stress and strain in materials. Students utilize the theory of mechanics to determine the stress and strain caused by load, failure capacities and deformations of axially loaded structural elements and bending members. The mechanical behaviour of steel, material failure mechanisms and structural stability are explored
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Level 2
Course details
Detailing I
ARCH8031
Description:
This course content will advance knowledge and practice in the use of computer software and associated tools and resources used by the steel industry. Students will learn concepts of constructability in the process of modelling and detailing structural steel for projects destined for commercial, institutional and industrial customers.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites: ARCH8120 AND CIVL8001
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Advanced CAD and Shop Drawing Fundamentals
ARCH8130
Description:
This course builds upon Intro to Computer Aided Design and BIM Technology and will allow students to elevate their understanding and ability for creating comprehensive shop fabrication drawing packages. Participants will explore advanced CAD techniques and learn how to produce detailed and accurate shop drawings essential for approval, fabrication, erection and construction processes. Students will further expand their knowledge in consultant drawings and learn the basics of interpreting them, understanding the various levels of revision (Issued for Tender, Issued for Construction, etc) and using them to create the drawing packages.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: ARCH8080
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Connection Design and Applications
CIVL8011
Description:
This course explores standard connections as represented in the CISC Handbook used by the industry for beam to girder, girder and or beam to column and bracing connections utilizing bolts, welds and the combination of bolts and welds. Instruction will be given in the CISC Handbook to choose appropriate connections for the given shear, moment and pass though loads. The principal characteristics of bearing, moment and slip-resistant connections will be part of the course work.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: ARCH8120 AND CIVL8000 OR CIVL8001 AND MATH8020 OR MATH8021
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Building Construction
CONS8161
Description:
In this course typical construction techniques for commercial, institutional and industrial projects will be explored including the associated relationship of structural steel to other component systems including building foundations and envelope, services such as plumbing, heating, ventilation, material handling and fire protection will be explored. Additional topics will include structural systems commonly used, corrosion protection and architecturally exposed steel common to the construction industry. Contract documents including specifications and design drawings will be introduced.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Estimating
CONS8171
Description:
This course introduces the student to understanding the cost estimating process for building construction. Understanding the scope of an entire construction project and specifically the scope of structural steel and miscellaneous metals. The students are introduced to the estimating profession, gain appreciation of the roles and responsibilities of a steel estimator, coordinators, fabricators and site personnel. Estimating fundamentals and skills are gained through review of many aspects of structural steel buildings & miscellaneous steel projects.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Project Management
MGMT8511
Description:
This course is intend to guide a student through the proven systematic system of project management. This will aid the student to understand, analyze, and manage the complexity of steel structure project and demonstrate this knowledge in the real world of the steel construction industry projects.Students will be able to recognize, illustrate and employ the 10 knowledge areas and its associated 5 process group of project management system using the PMBOK as a guide.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Level 3
Course details
Career Management in Canada
GCM8000
Description:
In this alternative to co-op students learn to establish career goals and objectives, build career management tools, identify appropriate career-related job opportunities, and acquire networking, self-marketing, job search, and interview skills for lifelong employment success. Students learn to develop workplace survival skills through an understanding of workplace structures and cultures, leadership roles, ethics and behaviours that will enable them to approach opportunities and challenges, and engage in the workforce both independently and in teams. Students will also acquire background knowledge of Canadian workplace history, legislation, and trends, which support a successful transition into the workforce. Students will gain an understanding of the business or industry sectors relevant to their academic studies as well as the potential job opportunities that support career success in the Canadian labour market.
- Hours: 225
- Credits: 15
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Level 4
Course details
Advanced Shop Drawings
ARCH8051
Description:
This course will concentrate on complex structures and provide the opportunity to interpret and communicate via drawings and digital files. Survey and measurement techniques for managing critical details and dimensions for both shop and field assemblies with be explored
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Detailing II
ARCH8066
Description:
This program will expand the individual’s knowledge and efficiency in the use of computer software and associated tools and resources used by the steel industry to model and detail structural steel. It will further explore the transfer of data into and out of the applicable software as a means to support efficient management and delivery of structural steel projects.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites: ARCH8030 OR ARCH8031
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Major Project in Structural Steel
ARCH8071
Description:
This team project will provide first hand opportunity for participants to experience the role of team lead, modelling, shop drawing production and checker plays in normal delivery of a project. Simulation interactions with personnel associated with all aspects of project delivery including estimator, purchaser, shop and field foremen and the project manager will be part of the project.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites: ARCH8130 AND CIVL8010 OR CIVL8011 AND CONS8170 OR CONS8171
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Construction Documents (Contracts, Specifications and Issued for Construction Drawings)
CONS8181
Description:
This is an introduction to several standard Canadian contract documents & procedures. Students will development the student’s understanding of contracts and supporting associated documents and legal hierarchy associated with the construction documents. A detailed review of written specifications such as the General Conditions, Structural Steel, Miscellaneous Metals and other associated section is included. Students will learn the scope of steel & steel related construction to an overall building project. Including, what is critical to the successful completion of the supply, detailing, fabrication and installation of structural steel be identified and studied to allow for rapid recognition.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: COMM8170 AND COMM8171
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Structural Steel Standard Code of Practice
CONS8191
Description:
This course introduces the concepts and responsibilities of the company (employer) and those professionals associated with the project including a detailed analysis of the professional liability and corporate lability and associated safe guards and will include a detailed study of the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC) Code of Standard Practice.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
MRP Principles and Processes
CONS8206
Description:
Students will be introduced to concepts in material resource planning (MPR) and their application in the structural steel fabrication management process including estimating, purchasing, document control, inventory, accounting, traceability and project sequencing. MPR software commonly used by steel fabricators will be explored as a preparation for use in conjunction with the capstone team project.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: CONS8170 OR CONS8171
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Level 1
Course details
Sketching and Graphics
ARCH8011
Description:
This course, by means of hand sketching, will offer graphic communications practice while providing concepts centered on two and three dimensional objects. It also involves studying the sub components of those objects including visible and hidden lines, points, surfaces or planes. Concepts of primary and auxiliary views, scale, measurement and dimension will complete the curriculum. Objects of study will include elements of structural steel assemblies, details and connection between members.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Introduction to CAD & BIM Technology
ARCH8080
Description:
The first part of this course will introduce the student to CAD software and its use in the production of drawings for structural steel fabrication and construction. The course includes the preparation, organization and management of drawing files as well as the commands and techniques necessary to prepare drawings efficiently and accurately. These skills will be applied in subsequent areas of study and future CAD courses. The second part of the course will compare and contrast techniques and concepts employed in the structural steel industry and by Building Information Management proponents. Software of both disciplines will be explored to understand the common functions and to enable transfer of information between platforms. Modeling techniques will form the basis for developing the individual's capability of managing model data in both platforms.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
3D Modelling and Detailing
ARCH8120
Description:
This course will teach students the fundamentals of using 3D modeling software to create a steel structure. It will consist of learning how to input the gridline system, modelling structural members (beams, columns, bracing, etc), creating suitable connections and learning how to create fabrication drawings. This course will also cover managing the 3D model in terms of generating reports, creating cnc files and using the power of its custom statuses to track real time progress.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Steel Structures
CIVL8001
Description:
This course explores framing concepts, how load is generated and transferred through the structure, size selection and design of structural steel. Students learn the principles of economical framing and preparation of design drawings. Students will calculate the structural capacities of steel components.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Business Communication and Technical Writing
COMM8171
Description:
The course is designed to teach students business communications and technical writing skills. Emphasis is placed on analyzing audience, determining purpose, and ordering ideas effectively for various written communications such as letters, memoranda, meeting agenda and minutes, and technical and business reports in the trade environment. As well, all students are expected to participate in group work throughout the semester and are expected to give oral presentations. Students will also learn how to deal with customer service in a construction environment. The course material is focused to most administrative, supervisory and managerial positions.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Conestoga 101
CON0101
Description:
This self-directed course focuses on introducing new students to the supports, services, and opportunities available at Conestoga College. By the end of this course, students will understand the academic expectations of the Conestoga learning environment, as well as the supports available to ensure their academic success. Students will also be able to identify on-campus services that support their health and wellness, and explore ways to get actively involved in the Conestoga community through co-curricular learning opportunities.
- Hours: 1
- Credits: 0
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Applied Mathematics and Mechanics
MATH8021
Description:
This course applies the mathematics of trigonometry and vectors to the analysis of statically determinant building structures. Students utilize Newtonian physics and the mechanics of rigid bodies to develop the concepts of static equilibrium and the free body diagram. These are used to analyze two dimensional structural building elements and their connections. The structural elements are idealized as simple beams, frames, cantilevered beams and trusses carrying point, uniformly distributed and linearly varying loads.This course introduces the concept of mechanical stress and strain in materials. Students utilize the theory of mechanics to determine the stress and strain caused by load, failure capacities and deformations of axially loaded structural elements and bending members. The mechanical behaviour of steel, material failure mechanisms and structural stability are explored
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Level 2
Course details
Detailing I
ARCH8031
Description:
This course content will advance knowledge and practice in the use of computer software and associated tools and resources used by the steel industry. Students will learn concepts of constructability in the process of modelling and detailing structural steel for projects destined for commercial, institutional and industrial customers.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites: ARCH8120 AND CIVL8001
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Advanced CAD and Shop Drawing Fundamentals
ARCH8130
Description:
This course builds upon Intro to Computer Aided Design and BIM Technology and will allow students to elevate their understanding and ability for creating comprehensive shop fabrication drawing packages. Participants will explore advanced CAD techniques and learn how to produce detailed and accurate shop drawings essential for approval, fabrication, erection and construction processes. Students will further expand their knowledge in consultant drawings and learn the basics of interpreting them, understanding the various levels of revision (Issued for Tender, Issued for Construction, etc) and using them to create the drawing packages.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: ARCH8080
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Co-op and Career Preparation
CEPR8200
Description:
This series of modules will prepare graduate certificate students for job searching for their co-op work terms with the guidance of a Co-op Advisor. Students will familiarize themselves with the co-operative education policies and procedures and will learn the expectations, rules, and regulations that apply in the workplace regarding social, organizational, ethical, and safety issues while deepening their awareness of self- reflective practices. Students will critically reflect on their skills, attitudes, and expectations and evaluate available opportunities in the workplace. Successful completion of these modules is a requirement for co-op eligibility.
- Hours: 14
- Credits: 1
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Connection Design and Applications
CIVL8011
Description:
This course explores standard connections as represented in the CISC Handbook used by the industry for beam to girder, girder and or beam to column and bracing connections utilizing bolts, welds and the combination of bolts and welds. Instruction will be given in the CISC Handbook to choose appropriate connections for the given shear, moment and pass though loads. The principal characteristics of bearing, moment and slip-resistant connections will be part of the course work.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: ARCH8120 AND CIVL8000 OR CIVL8001 AND MATH8020 OR MATH8021
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Building Construction
CONS8161
Description:
In this course typical construction techniques for commercial, institutional and industrial projects will be explored including the associated relationship of structural steel to other component systems including building foundations and envelope, services such as plumbing, heating, ventilation, material handling and fire protection will be explored. Additional topics will include structural systems commonly used, corrosion protection and architecturally exposed steel common to the construction industry. Contract documents including specifications and design drawings will be introduced.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Estimating
CONS8171
Description:
This course introduces the student to understanding the cost estimating process for building construction. Understanding the scope of an entire construction project and specifically the scope of structural steel and miscellaneous metals. The students are introduced to the estimating profession, gain appreciation of the roles and responsibilities of a steel estimator, coordinators, fabricators and site personnel. Estimating fundamentals and skills are gained through review of many aspects of structural steel buildings & miscellaneous steel projects.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Project Management
MGMT8511
Description:
This course is intend to guide a student through the proven systematic system of project management. This will aid the student to understand, analyze, and manage the complexity of steel structure project and demonstrate this knowledge in the real world of the steel construction industry projects.Students will be able to recognize, illustrate and employ the 10 knowledge areas and its associated 5 process group of project management system using the PMBOK as a guide.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Level 3
Course details
Co-op Work Term (Structural Steel Management and Detail)
COOP8130
Description:
This co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience in an authentic, professionally relevant work environment. Students will be provided the opportunity to connect theory and practice by leveraging their academic knowledge to develop specialized vocational skills. The practical applications of this work term will promote students’ awareness of key concepts and terminology in their field, improve their competencies in problem-solving and decision-making, further their application of professional judgement, hone their leadership skills (independently or as part of team), and enhance their capacity to critically analyze and reflect on their demonstrated abilities in the workplace.
- Hours: 420
- Credits: 14
- Pre-Requisites: CDEV8200 OR CEPR8200
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Level 4
Course details
Advanced Shop Drawings
ARCH8051
Description:
This course will concentrate on complex structures and provide the opportunity to interpret and communicate via drawings and digital files. Survey and measurement techniques for managing critical details and dimensions for both shop and field assemblies with be explored
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Detailing II
ARCH8066
Description:
This program will expand the individual’s knowledge and efficiency in the use of computer software and associated tools and resources used by the steel industry to model and detail structural steel. It will further explore the transfer of data into and out of the applicable software as a means to support efficient management and delivery of structural steel projects.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites: ARCH8030 OR ARCH8031
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Major Project in Structural Steel
ARCH8071
Description:
This team project will provide first hand opportunity for participants to experience the role of team lead, modelling, shop drawing production and checker plays in normal delivery of a project. Simulation interactions with personnel associated with all aspects of project delivery including estimator, purchaser, shop and field foremen and the project manager will be part of the project.
- Hours: 56
- Credits: 4
- Pre-Requisites: ARCH8130 AND CIVL8010 OR CIVL8011 AND CONS8170 OR CONS8171
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Construction Documents (Contracts, Specifications and Issued for Construction Drawings)
CONS8181
Description:
This is an introduction to several standard Canadian contract documents & procedures. Students will development the student’s understanding of contracts and supporting associated documents and legal hierarchy associated with the construction documents. A detailed review of written specifications such as the General Conditions, Structural Steel, Miscellaneous Metals and other associated section is included. Students will learn the scope of steel & steel related construction to an overall building project. Including, what is critical to the successful completion of the supply, detailing, fabrication and installation of structural steel be identified and studied to allow for rapid recognition.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites: COMM8170 AND COMM8171
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.
Structural Steel Standard Code of Practice
CONS8191
Description:
This course introduces the concepts and responsibilities of the company (employer) and those professionals associated with the project including a detailed analysis of the professional liability and corporate lability and associated safe guards and will include a detailed study of the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC) Code of Standard Practice.
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
MRP Principles and Processes
CONS8206
Description:
Students will be introduced to concepts in material resource planning (MPR) and their application in the structural steel fabrication management process including estimating, purchasing, document control, inventory, accounting, traceability and project sequencing. MPR software commonly used by steel fabricators will be explored as a preparation for use in conjunction with the capstone team project.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites: CONS8170 OR CONS8171
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Please note:
Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs are based on the most recent available data through the Conestoga Campus Store.
Program outcomes
- Manage structural steel fabrication projects through drafting, procurement, and shipping using business and industry best practices
- Participate effectively in a cross-functional team environment using leadership skills and professionalism to achieve project goals
- Communicate technical information using written, oral, and graphical strategies with internal and external stakeholders
- Interpret the intent of contracts and design documentation to ensure accurate details and identify missing information to clarify project scope and technical requirements
- Use appropriate 3D modelling software and applications to prepare shop drawings of steel members, connections and erection drawings for action by the tradesperson building the structure
- Examine the relationship between structural steel and other construction components such as reinforced concrete and wall systems to design projects that meet industry expectations
- Apply relevant codes, rules and industry standard practices to structural steel shop drawings
- Apply the principles of statics and strength of materials to identify loading paths and verify loading conditions for structural members and connections