Architectural Engineering Technician

This course introduces the learner to housing design in Nova Scotia and the principles of architectural representation. The learner will use these principles to create a construction drawing for a single-family residence.

This course introduces the learner to the many aspects of specification writing for residential and commercial building applications.

This course deals with the initial stages of planning and designing a small commercial building using standard presentation methods for the production of the working drawings. The learner will cover material related to the use of part 3 of the National Building Code, in the preparation of working drawings for a small commercial building design.

This course is intended to establish a strong foundation in general estimating techniques for residential construction with an emphasis on component identification and mathematical problem solving.

This course deals with the continuation of a commercial design project. Topics covered will include detailed drawing requirements for a typical set of commercial construction documents. Drawing standards and Information enabling the completion of the drawings for the commercial design project started in the previous semester. These requirements may include assessment of existing structures with respect to renovation challenges. Work will include a combination of individual and group work.

This course examines the fundamentals of commercial estimating and how the prices of materials are determined. Factors affecting labour productivity, equipment costs, crew rates and scheduling will be examined.

The work experience component provides the learner with an opportunity to apply new skills and concepts appropriate for entry-level positions within the occupation. Learners will assess their own performance and be evaluated by an industry partner. Learners will identify personal outcomes they wish to attain during the work experience and will keep a journal.

In this introduction to Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software, learners gain knowledge in the use and principles of Computer Aided Drafting. The primary emphasis is the application of AutoCAD®, an industry-standard Computer Aided Drafting software program. Specific hardware used in the CAD environment is introduced and utilized.

This course continues the introduction to Computer Aided Drafting with an emphasis on applied project work. The learner takes the concepts learned from CADD1010 and AETE1021 and applies then to a set of residential working drawings.

This course deals with the production of architectural working drawings using CAD. It is an introduction to Level II CAD concepts and learners will expand their knowledge of the functions of AutoCAD while applying the techniques to a term-long project. Learners will expand their knowledge of the functions of AutoCAD while applying the techniques to a term-long project.

Learners will advance their knowledge in the latest version of CAD, improve productivity, prepare commercial drawings, develop 3D drawing skills and techniques and be introduced to related drawing and product software.

This course is designed to introduce the learner to the art of building and removating. The course will examine the use of a variety of building materials and how they are used in conjunction with one another to perform as a complete building system. Several complete building systems will be discussed to cover such information as their historical development, a review of how the material is obtained and processed, an outline of the people and organizations that work with the material, a description of the tools and working methods, and a discussion of the role of various systems in relation to alternative systems. Learners will also be introduced to a variety of construction equipment used in the industry. The focus of this semester is on wood, light frame wood construction techniques, the exterior and interior finishes for wood light frame construction, masonry, and steel frame construction.

This course will introduce the learner to the basics of concrete technology including materials, tools and working methods, discuss the construction industry and introduce the concepts of construction project management and scheduling. Municipal zoning bylaws will also be examined.

This course is designed to introduce the learner to the art of building and removating. The course will examine the use of a variety ofbuilding materials and how they are used in conjunction with one another to perform as a complete building system. Several complete building systems will be discussed to cover such information as their historical development, a review of how the material is obtained and processed, an outline of the people and organizations that work with the material, a description of the tools and working methods, and a discussion of the role of various systems in relation to alternative systems. Learners will also be introduced to a variety of construction equipment used in the industry. The focus of this course is on concrete construction, including sitecast and precast concrete framing systems, roofing, glass and glazing,cladding, and selection of interior finishes including walls, partitions, ceilings and floors.

This course provides the student with an overview of the communication skills required by business and industry. Students will learn to apply these communication skills to be successful in their selected workplace setting.

This course further develops essential communications skills with a focus on basic writing. This course provides the student with the opportunity to develop written work typical of the industry related to their program of study.

This course will introduce the learner to the equipment, techniques and principles of modern drafting. The focus is on orthographic 2D representation and includes freehand sketching, isometric and oblique drawing.

This course teaches typical layouts, loadings and material properties associated with structural systems. Basic structural design principles will be introduced in the areas of structural steel, reinforced concrete and timber.

This course provides the learner with the basic understanding of electrical terminology, systems and services used in the construction industry. Introduced in the course are studies of systems for electrical residential distribution, wiring practices currently used in buildings being constructed.

This course, will introduce the learner to the mechanical service sector as it relates to the overall construction industry. The course is designed to give broad and current coverage of indoor environmental control. Learners who successfully complete Mechanical Services I will analyze and evaluate psychrometric processes; calculate heating and cooling loads; and describe and size basic heating piping, ducting and equipment.

This course continues to focus on typical layouts and design associated with structural systems. The course will expand on the learning of Engineering Design I in the areas of structural steel, reinforced concrete and timber design. Learners will prepare the structural design and drawings for a two storey commercial building.

This course, provides the learner with the basic understanding of electrical terminology, systems and services used in the construction industry. Introduced in the course are studies of systems for lighting, electrical distribution, wiring devices, alarm systems, control systems, and other electrical systems currently used in buildings being constructed. Lighting and emergency systems will be evaluated against national and international energy efficiency standards.

This course will introduce the learner to the mechanical service sector as it relates to the overall construction industry. The course is designed to give broad and current coverage of air conditioning, plumbing & fire protection. Learners who successfully complete Mechanical Services II will identify materials, equipment and designs used for air distribution, heating, cooling, plumbing and fire protection.

This course covers the basic principles of statics including forces, force systems, loading, support reactions, shear and bending in beams, and planar truss analysis. This course in intended to provide learners with a solid background for further courses in strengths of materials and structural engineering design.

This course covers the basics of strength of materials as required for structural design courses. Topics include simple stress, deformation and strain, center of gravity, properties of sections, and building loads.

The course covers the basics of Revit Architecture, from schematic design through construction documentation. Learners are introduced to the concepts of Building Information Modeling and the tools for parametric building design and documentation.

This course explores an information modeling approach to sustainable design that spans architecture and related engineering disciplines and addresses key topics of sustainability in the field of building construction. It is intended to be part of a formal exploration of building information modeling (BIM) methodologies that support the development of critical thinking skills. The learner will be prepared for the integrated practice of sustainable design and multidisciplinary collaboration.

This course continues the exploration of building information modeling as it relates to structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing disciplines and addresses key topics of sustainability and energy efficiency. It is intended to be part of a formal exploration of building information modeling (BIM) methodologies that support the development of critical thinking skills. The learner will be prepared for the integrated practice of sustainable design and multidisciplinary collaboration.

This course is intended to establish or enhance a strong mathematical background with an emphasis on problem solving.

This course is intended to establish or enhance a strong mathematical background with an emphasis on problem solving.

This is an introductory course in Physics for building science. Topics include technical measurements and vectors, translational equilibrium and friction.

This course continues to building on the basics of physics that was introduced in PHYS 1100 (Physics l). Topics include application of work, energy and power; and thermal expansion that is required for building science.

This course offers the students the introduction to WHMIS, which is training required by any person employed in a Nova Scotia workplace. This is a generic, introductory course that provides basic knowledge in WHMIS for the workplace and is considered to be the basis from which more specific training can be given.

This course offers the students the introduction to the Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Act of Nova Scotia, which is required by any person employed in a Nova Scotia workplace. This is a generic, introductory course that provides basic knowledge of the Act for the students and is considered to be the basis from which more specific training can be given.

This course prepares the learner to layout and control civil and building projects using surveying equipment. Learners will also be prepared to use techniques and perform the calculations associated with surveying operations.