Structural Steel Management and Detailing (Optional Co-op)
- Credential:
- Ontario College Graduate Certificate
- College Code:
- CONS
- School:
- Engineering & Technology
- Program Code:
- 1477G
- Accelerated Delivery:
- No
- Campus:
- CA
- Academic Year:
- 2021/ 2022
Notice:
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About the Program
This dynamic two-year graduate certificate is designed to give students specialized and thorough training in the detailing, supply, fabrication and installation of steel structures including the management and coordination of projects. The training is directly related to industry standards and working practices within North America and will enable students to develop detailed drawing, analytical and communication skills for the structural steel industry. Students will learn CAD skills, building information modelling (BIM), building code requirements, specifications and estimating to assist them with challenging projects. Faculty are highly qualified specialists with current and relevant field experience. The optional co-op stream includes one co-op work term which replaces the Career Management course.This program is available to be taken on a full-time or part-time basis. Courses will be scheduled in the afternoon and early evening to facilitate students who wish to take the program on a part-time basis while currently employed. Courses may also be scheduled to be delivered on Saturdays. Admission is available in January only. Bridging opportunities are available for trades.
For more information, please contact the Program Coordinator at ssmd@conestogac.on.ca.
Program Information
Length: Two-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate program (also available part-time)Location: Cambridge (Fountain Street)
Start: January
First-Year Capacity: 25
Admission Requirements
- Minimum of a two-year diploma, advanced diploma or three-year degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, technology, or architecture
OR - A three- or four-year degree in another discipline with one or more courses in mathematics
Note re: Admission Requirements
- Applicants with documents (transcripts) from an educational institution from a country other than Canada must have their documents evaluated for equivalency at an approved provider of credential evaluation services. Applicants to this program require a Comprehensive or Course-by-Course Report. Please see How to Apply for more information.
- Applicants with transcripts from institutions where the language of instruction is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency with a minimum test score on one of the following language proficiency tests or equivalent scores from another internationally recognized English language test:
- IELTS overall band of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 88
- CAEL 70, no sub-test band score less than 60
- PTE Academic 58
- Conestoga English Language Test (CELT) Band 6
- We offer a language program for students whose English language skills are below the standard required for admission but all other admission criteria have been met. You will be eligible for admission to the graduate program after completion of level 4 of the General Arts and Science - English Language Studies (ELS) program with an overall grade average of 80% and no grade less than 75%. Your placement in the ELS program is determined by scores on an in-house English language test or TOEFL or IELTS
Applying to the Co-op Stream
- All applicants apply to the non co-op program. Students will be informed of the application deadline and process to apply for the Co-op Stream. Labour market conditions determine the number of co-op seats in optional co-op programs. Not every student who meets academic eligibility requirements will be admitted to the co-op stream.
- To be considered for admission to the co-op stream, students are required to achieve a minimum overall 75% session weighted average in Level 1 with no dropped or failed courses.
- Optional co-op is available for ‘in country' and ‘out of country' students.
Students are currently experiencing longer than usual wait times for work permits so applications need to be completed more than 6 months in advance of a work term.
International students studying outside Canada must have their work permits in their possession at the time of application for admission to co-op.
International students studying in Canada will require their work permits by the program withdrawal for refund date: September 21st 2020. If you have applied for co-op and you don't have your work permit by September 21st, please discuss your situation with your co-op advisor.
Co-op Information
- Co-op programs add value to your education. Earn while you apply what you learn in a real workplace environment. See the Co-op webpages
- The College cannot guarantee co-op employment. All co-op students are required to conduct an independent co-op job search in addition to the supports and services provided by the Department of Co-op Education.
- Students are responsible for their own transportation and associated costs in order to complete work term requirements. Work locations may not always be readily accessible by public transportation.
- Students who are not eligible for co-op or do not secure a co-op work term by the start of the work term semester will be offered the option to enrol in the 15 credit Career Management in Canada GCM8000 co-op alternative. This co-op alternative involves one 3 hour on campus session per week and 12 hours per week of online and out-of-class activity.
- If GCM8000 is selected, the student must attend sessions from the first session of the term and cannot transfer back into the co-op stream.
- GCM8000 may be delivered at the Doon, Waterloo, or Cambridge campus.
Admission Procedures
- Submit proof of admission requirements.
- Final selection is made following an assessment and ranking of the admission requirements.
Program Requirements
- Academic eligibility for a co-op work term is based on the term that occurs two terms prior to any work term. Should a student's academic performance decline considerably (including cumulative missed courses) during the term just prior to any work term, the college reserves the right to withdraw the student from the upcoming work term.
- Students may only defer one work term regardless of the reason(s) (e.g. failed or missed work term).
- Students who do not successfully complete their deferred work term will be removed from the co-op stream.
- Since only one work term may be failed/deferred regardless of the reason(s), should a subsequent work term be
missed/failed/unsecured (not successfully completed for any reason) the student will be immediately removed from the co-op stream. - Students who are discontinued are not eligible for co-op work terms.
- This is an eText program. Learn about our eText initiative.
Tuition & Fees
Tuition fee details for the 2020-2021 year are listed below. Fees for the next academic year are unavailable at this time. Books and supplies are additional.
Non Co-op Program Fees
Estimated fees based upon the previous academic year (2020 / 2021) for Structural Steel Management and Detailing - Program # 1477g
| Description | Fall 2020 | Winter 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $0.00 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $0.00 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $0.00 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $0.00 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $0.00 | $185.67 |
| Capital Development Fee | $0.00 | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $0.00 | $110.00 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $0.00 | $3939.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $0.00 | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $30.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $0.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $0.00 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $0.00 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $325.00 | $4681.75 |
| Year Total | $5006.75 |
| Description | Winter 2021 | Spring 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $0.00 | $278.50 |
| Capital Development Fee | $77.08 | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $3939.00 | $3939.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $197.65 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $72.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $20.10 | $0.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $4.00 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $65.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $4850.83 | $4774.58 |
| Year Total | $9625.41 |
International Fees
Estimated International fees based upon the previous academic year (2020 / 2021) for
Structural Steel Management and Detailing - Program # 1477g
| Description | Fall 2020 | Winter 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $0.00 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $0.00 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $0.00 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $0.00 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $0.00 | $185.67 |
| Capital Development Fee | $0.00 | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $0.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $0.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $0.00 | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $30.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| Grad. Cert. Program Tuition | $0.00 | $6500.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $0.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $0.00 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $0.00 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $825.00 | $7617.75 |
| Year Total | $8442.75 |
| Description | Winter 2021 | Spring 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $0.00 | $278.50 |
| Capital Development Fee | $77.08 | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $197.65 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| eText Fee | $72.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $20.10 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $335.00 | $0.00 |
| Grad. Cert. Program Tuition | $6500.00 | $6500.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $30.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $4.00 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $65.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $8121.83 | $7710.58 |
| Year Total | $15832.41 |
Co-op Program Fees
Estimated fees based upon the previous academic year (2020 / 2021) for Structural Steel Management and Detailing (Optional Co-op) - Program # 1477C
| Description | Fall 2020 | Winter 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $0.00 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $0.00 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $0.00 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $0.00 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $0.00 | $185.67 |
| Capital Development Fee | $0.00 | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $0.00 | $110.00 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $0.00 | $3939.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $0.00 | $12.75 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $30.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $0.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $0.00 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $0.00 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $325.00 | $4681.75 |
| Year Total | $5006.75 |
| Description | Spring 2021 |
|---|---|
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $278.50 |
| Capital Development Fee | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $3939.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $97.35 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $20.10 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $65.00 |
| Session Total | $4957.03 |
| Year Total | $4957.03 |
Optional Co-op International Fees
Estimated International fees based upon the previous academic year (2020 / 2021) for
Structural Steel Management and Detailing (Optional Co-op) - Program # 1477C
| Description | Fall 2020 | Winter 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $0.00 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $0.00 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $0.00 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $0.00 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $0.00 | $185.67 |
| Capital Development Fee | $0.00 | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $0.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $0.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $0.00 | $12.75 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $30.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $500.00 | $0.00 |
| Grad. Cert. Program Tuition | $0.00 | $6500.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $0.00 | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $0.00 | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $0.00 | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $825.00 | $7617.75 |
| Year Total | $8442.75 |
| Description | Spring 2021 |
|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $278.50 |
| Capital Development Fee | $77.08 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $97.35 |
| ISR | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 |
| CSI Legal Protection (optional) | $20.10 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $165.00 |
| Grad. Cert. Program Tuition | $6500.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Event Fee and Campus Life (optional) | $30.00 |
| CSI Student Clubs and Societies (optional) | $4.00 |
| Locker Fee | $0.00 |
| Alumni Services | $0.00 |
| Student Spaces | $0.00 |
| Graduation fee | $0.00 |
| Academic Support Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Academic Support Fee | $0.00 |
| Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Health and Wellness Fee | $0.00 |
| Career Services Fee | $0.00 |
| CSI Career Services Fee | $0.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 |
| Student Services | $50.65 |
| CSI - Student Frosh Kit Fee (optional) | $65.00 |
| Session Total | $8058.03 |
| Year Total | $8058.03 |
Financial Assistance
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a needs-based program designed to help Ontario students cover the cost of post-secondary education. Funded by the federal and provincial governments, OSAP is intended to promote equality of opportunity for post-secondary studies through direct financial assistance for educational costs and living expenses. These interest-free loans are intended to supplement your financial resources and those of your family. The majority of students apply for loan assistance via the OSAP website. Students can also print the application booklet through the OSAP website.For more information, please visit Financial Services/Awards.
Graduate Opportunities
Upon graduation, students may find jobs in the structural steel and steel fabrication industries as steel detailers, coordinators and project managers. Graduates of the program will be well sought after by the Steel Plus Network Inc., a North American network of steel fabricators and the members of the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC).For more details on related occupations, job market information and career opportunities, see the Government of Canada website: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home
Pathways & Credit Transfer
Conestoga pathways enable students to build on their academic achievements in order to earn a degree or additional credential. Pathways are formed through agreements between Conestoga programs or partner institutions.Often applicants have earned credits from another college or university that may allow a student to be granted advanced standing or exemption. Learn more about credit transfer opportunities at Conestoga.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
Conestoga recognizes prior learning of skills, knowledge or competencies that have been acquired through employment, formal and informal education, non-formal learning or other life experiences. Prior learning must be measurable at the required academic level and meet Conestoga standards of achievement. Challenge exams and portfolio development are the primary methods of assessment. Other methods of assessment may be available depending upon the nature of the course objectives. PLAR cannot be used by registered Conestoga students for the clearance of academic deficiencies, to improve grades or to obtain admission into a program.Learn more about PLAR.
Program Courses
| Course Code | Course Title and Description |
|---|---|
| Level 1 | |
| ARCH8010 | Sketching and Graphics
Description: This course, by means of hand sketching, will offer graphic communications practice while providing concepts centered on two and three dimensional objects. It also involves studying the sub components of those objects including visible and hidden lines, points, surfaces or planes. Concepts of primary and auxiliary views, scale, measurement and dimension will complete the curriculum. Objects of study will include elements of structural steel assemblies, details and connection between members. |
| ARCH8040 | Shop Drawing Fundamentals
Description: This course will introduce all forms of communication available for use in translating and communicating the concepts presented in the ‘issued for construction' documents to those whom purchase, fabricate and erect the structural steel on site. Included will be an introduction to the format of and the information to be provided on part drawings, member drawings, assembly drawings and installation drawings along with associated digital files necessary to for controlling automated machinery and for populating management software |
| CIVL8000 | Steel Structures
Description: This course explores framing concepts, how load is generated and transferred through the structure, size selection and design of structural steel. Students learn the principles of economical framing and preparation of design drawings. Students will calculate the structural capacities of steel components. |
| COMM8170 | Business Communication and Technical Writing
Description: The course is designed to teach students business communications and technical writing skills. Emphasis is placed on analyzing audience, determining purpose, and ordering ideas effectively for various written communications such as letters, memoranda, meeting agenda and minutes, and technical and business reports in the trade environment. As well, all students are expected to participate in group work throughout the semester and are expected to give oral presentations. Students will also learn how to deal with customer service in a construction environment. The course material is focused to most administrative, supervisory and managerial positions. |
| CON0101 | Conestoga 101
Description: This self-directed course focuses on introducing new students to the supports, services, and opportunities available at Conestoga College. By the end of this course, students will understand the academic expectations of the Conestoga learning environment, as well as the supports available to ensure their academic success. Students will also be able to identify on-campus services that support their health and wellness, and explore ways to get actively involved in the Conestoga community through co-curricular learning opportunities. |
| CONS8160 | Building Construction
Description: In this course typical construction techniques for commercial, institutional and industrial projects will be explored including the associated relationship of structural steel to other component systems including building foundations and envelope, services such as plumbing, heating, ventilation, material handling and fire protection will be explored. Additional topics will include structural systems commonly used, corrosion protection and architecturally exposed steel common to the construction industry. Contract documents including specifications and design drawings will be introduced. |
| MATH8020 | Applied Mathematics and Mechanics
Description: This course applies the mathematics of trigonometry and vectors to the analysis of statically determinant building structures. Students utilize Newtonian physics and the mechanics of rigid bodies to develop the concepts of static equilibrium and the free body diagram. These are used to analyze two dimensional structural building elements and their connections. The structural elements are idealized as simple beams, frames, cantilevered beams and trusses carrying point, uniformly distributed and linearly varying loads. |
| Level 2 | |
| ARCH8000 | Computer Aided Design
Description: This course introduces the student to CAD software and its use in the production of drawings for structural steel fabrication and construction. The course includes the preparation, organization and management of drawing files as well as the commands and techniques necessary to prepare drawings efficiently and accurately. These skills will be applied in subsequent areas of study and future CAD/BIM courses. |
| ARCH8020 | BIM (Building Information Management)
Description: This course will compare and contrast techniques and concepts employed in the structural steel industry and by Building Information Management proponents. Software of both disciplines will be explored to understand the common functions and to enable transfer of information between platforms. Modeling techniques will form the basis for developing the individual's capability of managing model data in both platforms. |
| ARCH8030 | Detailing I
Description: This course content will advance knowledge and practice in the use of computer software and associated tools and resources used by the steel industry. Students will learn concepts of constructability in the process of modelling and detailing structural steel for projects destined for commercial, institutional and industrial customers. |
| CIVL8010 | Connection Design and Applications
Description: This course explores standard connections as represented in the CISC Handbook used by the industry for beam to girder, girder and or beam to column and bracing connections utilizing bolts, welds and the combination of bolts and welds. Instruction will be given in the CISC Handbook to choose appropriate connections for the given shear, moment and pass though loads. The principal characteristics of bearing, moment and slip-resistant connections will be part of the course work. |
| CONS8170 | Estimating
Description: This course introduces the student to understanding the cost estimating process for building construction. Understanding the scope of an entire construction project and specifically the scope of structural steel and miscellaneous metals. The students are introduced to the estimating profession, gain appreciation of the roles and responsibilities of a steel estimator, coordinators, fabricators and site personnel. Estimating fundamentals and skills are gained through review of many aspects of structural steel buildings & miscellaneous steel projects. |
| CONS8180 | Construction Documents (Contracts, Specifications and Issued for Construction Drawings)
Description: This is an introduction to several standard Canadian contract documents & procedures. Students will development the student's understanding of contracts and supporting associated documents and legal hierarchy associated with the construction documents. A detailed review of written specifications such as the General Conditions, Structural Steel, Miscellaneous Metals and other associated section is included. Students will learn the scope of steel & steel related construction to an overall building project. Including, what is critical to the successful completion of the supply, detailing, fabrication and installation of structural steel be identified and studied to allow for rapid recognition. |
| Level 3 | |
| GCM8000 | Career Management in Canada
Description: In this alternative to co-op students learn to establish career goals and objectives, build career management tools, identify appropriate career-related job opportunities, and acquire networking, self-marketing, job search, and interview skills for lifelong employment success. Students learn to develop workplace survival skills through an understanding of workplace structures and cultures, leadership roles, ethics and behaviours that will enable them to approach opportunities and challenges, and engage in the workforce both independently and in teams. Students will also acquire background knowledge of Canadian workplace history, legislation, and trends, which support a successful transition into the workforce. Students will gain an understanding of the business or industry sectors relevant to their academic studies as well as the potential job opportunities that support career success in the Canadian labour market. |
| Level 4 | |
| ARCH8050 | Advanced Shop Drawings
Description: This course will concentrate on complex structures and provide the opportunity to interpret and communicate via drawings and digital files. Survey and measurement techniques for managing critical details and dimensions for both shop and field assemblies with be explored |
| ARCH8060 | Detailing II
Description: This program will expand the individual's knowledge and efficiency in the use of computer software and associated tools and resources used by the steel industry to model and detail structural steel. It will further explore the transfer of data into and out of the applicable software as a means to support efficient management and delivery of structural steel projects. |
| ARCH8070 | Capstone Team Project (SSMD)
Description: This team project will provide first hand opportunity for participants to experience the role of team lead, modelling, shop drawing production and checker plays in normal delivery of a project. Simulation interactions with personnel associated with all aspects of project delivery including estimator, purchaser, shop and field foremen and the project manager will be part of the project. |
| CONS8190 | Contracts and Standard Code of Practice
Description: This course introduces the concepts and responsibilities of the company (employer) and those professionals associated with the project including a detailed analysis of the professional liability and corporate lability and associated safe guards and will include a detailed study of the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC) Code of Standard Practice. |
| CONS8200 | MRP Principles and Processes
Description: Students will be introduced to concepts in material resource planning (MPR) and their application in the structural steel fabrication management process including estimating, purchasing, document control, inventory, accounting, traceability and project sequencing. MPR software commonly used by steel fabricators will be explored as a preparation for use in conjunction with the capstone team project. |
| MGMT8510 | Project Management
Description: This course is intend to guide a student through the proven systematic system of project management. This will aid the student to understand, analyze, and manage the complexity of steel structure project and demonstrate this knowledge in the real world of the steel construction industry projects. |
| Course Code | Course Title and Description |
|---|---|
| Level 1 | |
| ARCH8010 | Sketching and Graphics
Description: This course, by means of hand sketching, will offer graphic communications practice while providing concepts centered on two and three dimensional objects. It also involves studying the sub components of those objects including visible and hidden lines, points, surfaces or planes. Concepts of primary and auxiliary views, scale, measurement and dimension will complete the curriculum. Objects of study will include elements of structural steel assemblies, details and connection between members. |
| ARCH8040 | Shop Drawing Fundamentals
Description: This course will introduce all forms of communication available for use in translating and communicating the concepts presented in the ‘issued for construction' documents to those whom purchase, fabricate and erect the structural steel on site. Included will be an introduction to the format of and the information to be provided on part drawings, member drawings, assembly drawings and installation drawings along with associated digital files necessary to for controlling automated machinery and for populating management software |
| CIVL8000 | Steel Structures
Description: This course explores framing concepts, how load is generated and transferred through the structure, size selection and design of structural steel. Students learn the principles of economical framing and preparation of design drawings. Students will calculate the structural capacities of steel components. |
| COMM8170 | Business Communication and Technical Writing
Description: The course is designed to teach students business communications and technical writing skills. Emphasis is placed on analyzing audience, determining purpose, and ordering ideas effectively for various written communications such as letters, memoranda, meeting agenda and minutes, and technical and business reports in the trade environment. As well, all students are expected to participate in group work throughout the semester and are expected to give oral presentations. Students will also learn how to deal with customer service in a construction environment. The course material is focused to most administrative, supervisory and managerial positions. |
| CON0101 | Conestoga 101
Description: This self-directed course focuses on introducing new students to the supports, services, and opportunities available at Conestoga College. By the end of this course, students will understand the academic expectations of the Conestoga learning environment, as well as the supports available to ensure their academic success. Students will also be able to identify on-campus services that support their health and wellness, and explore ways to get actively involved in the Conestoga community through co-curricular learning opportunities. |
| CONS8160 | Building Construction
Description: In this course typical construction techniques for commercial, institutional and industrial projects will be explored including the associated relationship of structural steel to other component systems including building foundations and envelope, services such as plumbing, heating, ventilation, material handling and fire protection will be explored. Additional topics will include structural systems commonly used, corrosion protection and architecturally exposed steel common to the construction industry. Contract documents including specifications and design drawings will be introduced. |
| MATH8020 | Applied Mathematics and Mechanics
Description: This course applies the mathematics of trigonometry and vectors to the analysis of statically determinant building structures. Students utilize Newtonian physics and the mechanics of rigid bodies to develop the concepts of static equilibrium and the free body diagram. These are used to analyze two dimensional structural building elements and their connections. The structural elements are idealized as simple beams, frames, cantilevered beams and trusses carrying point, uniformly distributed and linearly varying loads. |
| Level 2 | |
| ARCH8000 | Computer Aided Design
Description: This course introduces the student to CAD software and its use in the production of drawings for structural steel fabrication and construction. The course includes the preparation, organization and management of drawing files as well as the commands and techniques necessary to prepare drawings efficiently and accurately. These skills will be applied in subsequent areas of study and future CAD/BIM courses. |
| ARCH8020 | BIM (Building Information Management)
Description: This course will compare and contrast techniques and concepts employed in the structural steel industry and by Building Information Management proponents. Software of both disciplines will be explored to understand the common functions and to enable transfer of information between platforms. Modeling techniques will form the basis for developing the individual's capability of managing model data in both platforms. |
| ARCH8030 | Detailing I
Description: This course content will advance knowledge and practice in the use of computer software and associated tools and resources used by the steel industry. Students will learn concepts of constructability in the process of modelling and detailing structural steel for projects destined for commercial, institutional and industrial customers. |
| CEPR8200 | Co-op and Career Preparation
Description: This series of modules will prepare graduate certificate students for job searching for their co-op work terms with the guidance of a Co-op Advisor. Students will familiarize themselves with the co-operative education policies and procedures and will learn the expectations, rules, and regulations that apply in the workplace regarding social, organizational, ethical, and safety issues while deepening their awareness of self- reflective practices. Students will critically reflect on their skills, attitudes, and expectations and evaluate available opportunities in the workplace. Successful completion of these modules is a requirement for co-op eligibility |
| CIVL8010 | Connection Design and Applications
Description: This course explores standard connections as represented in the CISC Handbook used by the industry for beam to girder, girder and or beam to column and bracing connections utilizing bolts, welds and the combination of bolts and welds. Instruction will be given in the CISC Handbook to choose appropriate connections for the given shear, moment and pass though loads. The principal characteristics of bearing, moment and slip-resistant connections will be part of the course work. |
| CONS8170 | Estimating
Description: This course introduces the student to understanding the cost estimating process for building construction. Understanding the scope of an entire construction project and specifically the scope of structural steel and miscellaneous metals. The students are introduced to the estimating profession, gain appreciation of the roles and responsibilities of a steel estimator, coordinators, fabricators and site personnel. Estimating fundamentals and skills are gained through review of many aspects of structural steel buildings & miscellaneous steel projects. |
| CONS8180 | Construction Documents (Contracts, Specifications and Issued for Construction Drawings)
Description: This is an introduction to several standard Canadian contract documents & procedures. Students will development the student's understanding of contracts and supporting associated documents and legal hierarchy associated with the construction documents. A detailed review of written specifications such as the General Conditions, Structural Steel, Miscellaneous Metals and other associated section is included. Students will learn the scope of steel & steel related construction to an overall building project. Including, what is critical to the successful completion of the supply, detailing, fabrication and installation of structural steel be identified and studied to allow for rapid recognition. |
| Level 3 | |
| COOP8130 | Co-op Work Term (Structural Steel Management and Detail)
Description: This co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience in an authentic, professionally relevant work environment. Students will be provided the opportunity to connect theory and practice by leveraging their academic knowledge to develop specialized vocational skills. The practical applications of this work term will promote students' awareness of key concepts and terminology in their field, improve their competencies in problem-solving and decision-making, further their application of professional judgement, hone their leadership skills (independently or as part of team), and enhance their capacity to critically analyze and reflect on their demonstrated abilities in the workplace. |
| Level 4 | |
| ARCH8050 | Advanced Shop Drawings
Description: This course will concentrate on complex structures and provide the opportunity to interpret and communicate via drawings and digital files. Survey and measurement techniques for managing critical details and dimensions for both shop and field assemblies with be explored |
| ARCH8060 | Detailing II
Description: This program will expand the individual's knowledge and efficiency in the use of computer software and associated tools and resources used by the steel industry to model and detail structural steel. It will further explore the transfer of data into and out of the applicable software as a means to support efficient management and delivery of structural steel projects. |
| ARCH8070 | Capstone Team Project (SSMD)
Description: This team project will provide first hand opportunity for participants to experience the role of team lead, modelling, shop drawing production and checker plays in normal delivery of a project. Simulation interactions with personnel associated with all aspects of project delivery including estimator, purchaser, shop and field foremen and the project manager will be part of the project. |
| CONS8190 | Contracts and Standard Code of Practice
Description: This course introduces the concepts and responsibilities of the company (employer) and those professionals associated with the project including a detailed analysis of the professional liability and corporate lability and associated safe guards and will include a detailed study of the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC) Code of Standard Practice. |
| CONS8200 | MRP Principles and Processes
Description: Students will be introduced to concepts in material resource planning (MPR) and their application in the structural steel fabrication management process including estimating, purchasing, document control, inventory, accounting, traceability and project sequencing. MPR software commonly used by steel fabricators will be explored as a preparation for use in conjunction with the capstone team project. |
| MGMT8510 | Project Management
Description: This course is intend to guide a student through the proven systematic system of project management. This will aid the student to understand, analyze, and manage the complexity of steel structure project and demonstrate this knowledge in the real world of the steel construction industry projects. |
Program Outcomes
- Apply business and industry best practices to manage projects related to structural steel fabrication
- Evaluate the time and resources required and set priorities to accomplish specific tasks leading to successful project completion
- Participate effectively in a team environment, demonstrate the ability to work as a team member and contribute to project management goals
- Communicate the identified tasks in written and graphical form to both internal team members and external stakeholders
- Interpret the intent of contract and design documentation to recognize critical information, identify missing information and clarify project scope and technical requirements
- Use appropriate modelling software and application methods to prepare shop drawings of steel members, connectors and erection drawings for action by the tradesperson building the structure
- Examine the relationship between structural steel and other construction components such as reinforced concrete and reinforcing steel, cladding, pipe racks and guard rails
- Use computer applications to create and apply surveying data used in the fabrication and installation of structural steel projects
- Recognize and apply relevant codes, rules and industry standard practices to structural steel shop drawings
- Apply the principles of statics and strength of materials to identify loading paths and verify loading conditions for structural members and connections
- Estimate cost of steel work by calculating a bill of materials and developing a project delivery plan based on contract documents
Program Advisory Committees
The College appoints Program Advisory Committee members for diploma, degree, certificate and apprenticeship programs. Committees are composed of employers, practitioners and recent program graduates. College representatives (students, faculty, and administrators) are resource persons. Each committee advises the Board on the development of new programs, the monitoring of existing programs and community acceptance of programs.For a list of the current members, please visit our Program Advisory Committees.
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The College reserves the right to alter information including requirements and fees and to cancel at any time a program, course, or program major or option; to change the location and/or term in which a program or course is offered; to change the program curriculum as necessary to meet current competencies in the job market or for budgetary reasons; or to withdraw an offer of admission both prior to and after its acceptance by an applicant or student because of insufficient applications or registrations, over-acceptance of offers of admission, budgetary constraints, or for other such reasons. In the event the College exercises such a right, the College’s sole liability will be the return of monies paid by the applicant or student to the College.
Students actively registered in cohort delivered programs who take longer than the designed program length of time to complete their studies are accountable for completing any new or additional courses that may result due to changes in the program of study. Unless otherwise stated, students registered in non-cohort delivered programs must complete the program of study within seven years of being admitted to the program.
| Start Date | Campus | Status** |
|---|---|---|
| JAN, 2021 | Cambridge - Fountain | Open |
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