Vectorworks - Algorithms-Aided Design in BIM Software Algorithms-aided design tools can bring endless opportunities for customization and automation within your design software and allow more experimentation and optimization within designs. This presentation will discuss some basics of algorithmic modelling, give some examples of scripts that you can build in BIM software, and look at several…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Microsoft Excel for Construction - Novice During this course, participants will learn the tools to help them better understand their business performance, examine profitability of various jobs and business areas, develop budgets, and examine business scenarios all through the use of Microsoft Excel. Date: March 8 & 15, 2023 Time: 10…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Project Accounting & Cost Control Participants will learn how to design and read various construction financial reports and improve the financial systems of their construction company. Date: March 8-9, 2023 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (each day) Location: Online Cost: $399 (Members) / $599 (Non-members) Learning Units (LUs): 7.5…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Strategic Planning for Growth Business success is not an accident, it is planned – yet, very few construction companies regularly practice any type of strategic planning. Strategic planning will transform your business. Imagine being able to make better than average profits, expand your capacity, ensure success and build a healthier…  Read more

Passive House Canada - 120A: Passive House Design and Construction Passive House Design and Construction (120A) covers the technical, economic and policy elements of Passive House buildings. Participants will learn how to apply Passive House principles in the context of building physics, windows and mechanical systems. Numerous case studies, both domestic and international, will be…  Read more

ICD High Performance Coatings - Anti-Graffiti Coating Chemistry: Protective Water-Based Silicones Anti-graffiti coating chemistry selection can affect surface aesthetic and performance. This course provides Specifiers and Architects education about specifying protective, water-based, anti-graffiti silicone coatings for project longevity and preservation. Attendees will learn about primary applications of sustainable anti-graffiti coatings and how to differentiate between…  Read more

Women in Architecture - Human Experience Design - Places for Women+ WIA will celebrate International Women’s Day with a workshop on ways to create designs that target the needs of women+. This will be an in-person event, where participants will learn about the human experience design methodology and how to develop a user profile/persona which…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - CCA Subcontracts 101 80% of the people managing Construction Contracts do not read, do not understand or are not following the Construction Contract in place between the two organizations. This creates problems for both the Contractor and the Subcontractor (and Sub-Subcontractor). Date: March 9, 2023 Time: 7 - 11 a.m.…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Creating a Risk Management Plan for Construction Risk Management is about anticipating changes, issues and delays before they happen: being pro-active instead of fire-fighting. Learn to create a professional risk management plan, including Risk Registers, Mitigation Plans, and Risk Calendars. The course follows PMI ™ and Construction Association methodologies. Date:…  Read more