Architectural Institute of British Columbia
Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) - CCDC Division 00 Procurement and Contracting Requirements Learning how to properly understand and use specification documents is a valuable skill to master. To help with this, authors will explain how to use the CCDC Master Specification for Division 00 ‘Procurement and Contracting Requirements’. This is a new type of… Read more
Vectorworks - Transitioning to 3D BIM Software With project schedules becoming increasingly more compressed, you may be looking for a new workflow that’s efficient, but also doesn’t hinder your creative process. One of the most straightforward ways to make a change in your building design process is by adopting a 3D modeling workflow. Incorporating this… Read more
Camino Systems (Global IFS) - Raising Flooring Standards: Raised Access Flooring This session will discuss the advantages of a raised access floor, how it adds flexibility to the space and how it can promote sustainability in the life of a building. The advantages of utilizing an under floor air distribution system, which actually delivers fresher,… 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: September 16, 2022 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: VRCA Office, 3636 East 4th Avenue, Vancouver Cost: $399 (Members) / $599 (Non-members) Learning Units (LUs): 7.5… Read more
EPIC Training - Design Approach, Maintenance and Inspection of Fire Sprinkler Systems Tragic and costly fires and the requirements of building and fire codes are reasons designers, building owners and operators must be familiar with sprinkler systems. This course is designed to provide participants with the tools needed to design, install and maintain sprinkler systems… Read more
EPIC Training - Structural Engineering for Non-Structural Engineers Non-structural engineers and architects need a basic understanding of structural engineering. This course provides the fundamentals without delving into complicated mathematical formulas. The course covers the design and construction of concrete, steel, wood, and masonry building structures. Lectures will be followed by simple hands-on exercises and problem-solving… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Construction Law In this course, participants will develop an understanding of contract law as it relates to construction and introduces the various CCDC/CCA and other contracts used within the industry. Participants will also learn how the Builders Lien Act works and other legal means to resolve construction disputes and avoid… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Microsoft SharePoint and OneDrive 365 This course is intended for participants with little to a basic understanding of Microsoft SharePoint and OneDrive. Participants will gain a basic overview of the SharePoint online platform to navigate SharePoint sites, and work with lists, documents and libraries. Participants will learn how to use… Read more
Inpro - Hospital Privacy Curtains: Key Considerations for Patient Comfort and Healing While Weighing Operational Efficiencies The cubicle or privacy curtain has been a fixture in clinics, hospitals, and skilled-nursing facilities for decades. They serve a critical function in both maintaining patient and resident privacy and comfort, and in adding to a pleasing décor. This… 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). The Canadian Construction Association publishes standard documents for the… Read more