Description:
A study of materials and methods of construction employed in commerical building construction; this course will be used to extend the students graphics skills as well as their knowledge of the building construction process. Approximately equal emphasis will be placed on steel frame, reinforced concrete and timber construction. Throughout the course attention will be given to new methods and materials through readings in trade journals. Courses equivalent to CIVL 1013 and CIVL 1183 will satisfy course pre-requisites.