Part 9 Buildings Structural Requirements: Virtual Classroom BLDG 9243

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Our Part 9 Buildings Structural Requirements course is a detailed technical course. This advanced building code course deals with the structural provisions and limitations of Division B Part 9 of the Ontario Building Code (though it does not deal specifically with the design of structural elements). The curriculum explores legal considerations; soil conditions; excavations, footings, and foundations; transfer of forces acting on a building; masonry construction; trusses; and special separations and exposure protection.

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Prerequisites

You must have a general understanding of the building construction process and basic blueprint reading skills.

Recommendations

Additional Information

Course Essentials:

You must bring a copy of the 2024 Building Code Compendium to the first class. The compendium is available for purchase through the George Brown College bookstore, at our Building Code and Trade Manuals website, and at the Publications Ontario website.

Disclaimer: Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) exams are not included in this course. Visit the Ontario government’s building code web page for certification information.

Hours and Fees

Hours

36

Fee

$439.04, includes a non-refundable materials fee of $130

Course Sections

There are no classes currently scheduled for this course; however, additional schedules may be posted throughout the year. Check back often to see if we have developed course options for the upcoming term.
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