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Student success in college requires well developed learning skills and attitudes (such as being able to work independently,
participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic
achievement. Applicants should have thoroughly developed these skills and attitudes before beginning their college programs.
List of Courses
OUR PROGRAM
Construction engineering technicians work with home builders and general contractors, bid for construction work and organize and supervise the participation of the various trades involved in a construction project. This two-year program provides the technical skills and knowledge required to assist in the management of all phases of residential, small commercial and industrial construction projects, emphasizing sustainable design principles.
The program covers the interpretation of construction documents, on-site building engineering and safety, quantity surveying (estimating labour, materials and equipment required for a project), building codes and construction contracts. The characteristics of various building types are studied with an appreciation for energy and environmental technologies. Laboratory courses provide practical building layout surveys and quality control testing of various building materials. You will also gain extensive computer experience, working with general business software and specialized construction management and estimating software.
*If you enrol in the program in January, you are required to complete semester 2 in the summer (May to August) of the same year in order to continue into semester 3.
YOUR FUTURE STUDY OPTIONSStudents in this program are eligible to transfer with advanced standing into semester 5 of the Construction Engineering
Technology advanced diploma program (T105).
Pathways to the Bachelor of Applied Technology degree program are also available from the three-year Construction Engineering Technology program. For more information, see
transferguide.georgebrown.ca.
PART-TIME STUDY OPTIONS
Part-time study options are not available for this program; however, our Continuing Education office offers evening courses and part-time certificate programs in Building/Construction Technologies. See coned.georgebrown.ca.
YOUR CAREER
Graduates find employment in a variety of jobs leading to supervisory positions in the construction industry. Opportunities may be found with home builders, general contracting firms, subcontractors, consulting firms and in sales with manufacturing and supply companies related to the building industry.
“An unprecedented 42,000 new workers were hired last year to meet increased construction activity. Another 94,000 will be needed over the next eight years to keep pace with new projects, and an additional 162,000 workers are required to replace retiring baby boomers.”
Construction Sector Council’s annual forecast of labour market trends, Construction Looking Forward
(June 2008)
COURSES
Printable version Curriculum Planner Start Date (2012-2013) (This PDF file* opens a new window)
SEMESTER 1
BLDG1025 Construction Field Practices
BLDG1026 Housing and Small Building Construction
BLDG1041 Building Industry Practices
COMP1082 Computer Skills and Applications *
GSCI1022 Building Science and the Environment
COMM1007 College English
MATH1109 Mathematics for Building Technologies
SEMESTER 2
BLDG1013 Site Planning and Regulations
BLDG1042 Construction Theory - Methods and Materials
BLDG1043 Quantity Surveying
BLDG1046 Science of Architecture
GHUM1106 History of Architecture
MATH1122 Strength of Materials and Statics
SEMESTER 3
BLDG1027 Structural Engineering - Timber Design
BLDG1050 Portfolio
BLDG1164 Building Science I – Fundamentals
BLDG2012 Building Code
BLDG2019 Estimating - Small Buildings
BLDG2045 Construction Site Management, Supervision and Inspection
COMM1113 Professional Communications
GNED General Education Elective
SEMESTER 4
BLDG2021 Construction Planning and Scheduling
BLDG2022 Law and Construction Contracts
BLDG2034 Structural Engineering - Steel Frame
BLDG2046 Mechanical and Electrical Installations
BLDG3003 Construction Safety Practices
BLDG3004 Pricing Construction Works
GNED General Education Elective
* See Computer Skills Challenge Testing for more information.
For more information,
call George Brown School of Construction Management & Trades
at: 416-415-5000 ext. 4398
e-mail:
For updated information and course descriptions, call 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in
this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying
George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other
bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completions of, a George Brown College program.
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