ExAc & NCARB ARE

As of January 2013, the AIBC is a participant in the Examination for Architects in Canada (ExAC), the made-in-Canada licensing examination program for Intern Architects seeking professional licensure. In addition, the institute continues to recognize and support the NCARB Architectural Registration Examination, allowing IAs to be eligible for reciprocal licensing and practice options within the U.S.A. This now gives the AIBC’s IAs two distinct examination paths to registration. To assist in clarifying the requirements and distinctions, the institute has developed a chart that provides points of comparison between the ExAC and the NCARB ARE. It is available online thought the IAP web page: http://www.aibc.ca/internship/index.php/requirements/examinations-processes-procedures/   Should you have any additional questions, please contact the AIBC’s Registration & Licensing Department at registration@aibc.ca.

IMAGINiT Technologies

Autodesk® Revit® Architecture Fundamentals

The Autodesk® Revit® Architecture software is a Building Information Modeling (BIM) program that works the way architects think. From preliminary design through design development and into construction documents, the program streamlines the design process with a central 3D model. Learn about Autodesk Revit functionality as you work with it in the design process to create full 3D architectural project models and set them up in working drawings. Fundamental topics addressed include:

• Understand the purpose of Building Information Management (BIM) and how it is applied in Revit®;
• Navigating the Revit® Architecture workspace and interface;
• Working with the basic drawing and editing tools in Revit®;
• Creating levels and grids as datum elements for the model;
• Creating a 3D building model with walls, curtain walls, windows, and doors;
• Adding floors and roofs to the building model;
• Creating component-based and custom stairs;
• Detailing reflected ceiling plans with ceilings and lighting fixtures;
• Adding component features such as furniture and equipment;
• Setting up sheets for plotting with text, dimensions, details, tags, and schedules; and
• Creating details.

For participants, an understanding of architectural terminology is an asset. This four-day course takes place Tuesday to Friday, June 18-June 21, 2013, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at Suite 180, 10691 Shellbridge Way, Richmond. Register online at http://rww.force.com/training/RWW_IMAGINiT_Training_CourseDetails?id=a0N700000088Lf7EAE.

28 Core LUs

IMAGINiT Technologies

Autodesk® Revit® Architecture Site and Structural Design

The main purpose of the Autodesk® Revit® Architecture software is to design buildings: walls, doors, floors, roofs, and stairs. However, architects also frequently need to add site and structural information. This training course covers the elements and tools in the Autodesk Revit Architecture software that are used to create topographic surfaces for site work and to add structural elements. For site design, participants will learn how to:

• Create topographic surfaces;
• Add property lines and building pads;
• Modify toposurfaces with subregions, splitting surfaces and grading the regions;
• Annotate site plans and add site components; and
• Work with Shared Coordinates.

With regard to structural design, participants will learn how to:

• Create structural grids and add columns;
• Add foundation walls and footings;
• Add beams and beam systems;
• Create framing elevations and add braces;
• Copy and monitor elements across disciplines; and
• Check interferences.

Participants should be familiar with the fundamentals of the Autodesk Revit Architecture software as taught in the Autodesk Revit Architecture Fundamentals training course, including knowledge of basic techniques. It takes place Friday, May 17, 2013, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at  Suite 180, 10691 Shellbridge Way, Richmond. Register online at http://rww.force.com/training/RWW_IMAGINiT_Training_CourseDetails?id=a0N70000008A4EMEA0.

7 Core LUs

IMAGINiT Technologies

Autodesk® Revit® Architecture Conceptual Design and Visualization

As architects and designers begin a project, they frequently think about the overall massing of a building or the area of the footprint. The Autodesk® Revit® Architecture software, using its Building Information Modeling (BIM) engine, includes tools for creating mass elements that can be modified into many shapes. Users can then apply walls, roofs and floors to continue designing, and access space planning tools for setting up areas for rooms and applying colors to show the connections. For presentations, you can create and render perspective views. This training course will enable those who have worked with Autodesk Revit Architecture to expand their knowledge in the area of conceptual design, including massing studies, space planning, visualization, and rendering. Learn how to:

• Create In-Place Conceptual Mass elements and Conceptual Mass families;
• Create building elements from massing studies;
• Use rooms and areas for space planning and analysis;
• Create perspectives, walkthroughs, and solar studies; and
• Understand the concepts of rendering and lighting.

Participants should be familiar with the fundamentals of the Autodesk Revit software as taught in the Autodesk Revit Architecture Fundamentals training course. Knowledge of basic techniques (such as creating walls, roofs and other objects; copying and moving objects; creating and working with views) is assumed,. It takes place Thursday, May 16, 2013,  8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at Suite 180, 10691 Shellbridge Way, Richmond. Register online at http://rww.force.com/training/RWW_IMAGINiT_Training_CourseDetails?id=a0N700000088LZTEA2.

7 Core LUs

IMAGINiT Technologies

Autodesk® Revit® Architecture Collaboration Tools

Autodesk® Revit® Architecture is a Building Information Modeling (BIM) tool that can be used by more than one person working on a new project. This training course will enable those with a basic knowledge of Autodesk Revit to increase their productivity while working with other people on a team, either within the same firm or involving other firms, and while working with Autodesk Revit files or other CAD files. Learn how to:

• Set up project phasing;
• Create and display a variety of design options;
• Use groups;
• Link Autodesk Revit files;
• Use multi-discipline coordination;
• Import and export files including exporting for energy analysis; and
• Understand, use, and set up worksets.

Participants should be familiar with the fundamentals of the Autodesk Revit software as taught in the Autodesk Revit Architecture Fundamentals training course. Knowledge of basic techniques (such as creating walls, roofs, etc.; copying and moving objects; creating and working with views) is assumed. It takes place Wednesday, May 15, 2013, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at Suite 180, 10691 Shellbridge Way, Richmond. Register online at http://rww.force.com/training/RWW_IMAGINiT_Training_CourseDetails?id=a0N700000088LlnEAE.

7 Core LUs

Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC

The Integration of Mechanical, Structural and Envelope Systems towards Net Zero Buildings

Sustainability is at the forefront of our minds for many people. Issues facing our society encompass water shortages, fossil fuels use, material depletion, waste disposal, air quality, and land use. The built environment has a significant impact on all these issues. Architects and engineers have a challenge, opportunity and responsibility to be part of the solution. In order to find optimum sustainable solutions, there is a need to work together and find ways to use systems and materials for multifunctional benefit. In this half-day workshop, Diana Klein P.Eng. LEED BD+C, from Eco-Integration, will help inform the future direction for architects and engineers to take an active role in the design of sustainable buildings. Through information, case studies and interactive group discussion, participants will be able to develop a road map for working collaboratively towards net zero energy, water, and optimizing of use of materials in buildings. It takes place Friday, May 24, 2013, 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. in Vancouver (venue to be determined). For more information and to register, please click here. Breakfast will be provided.

3.75 Core LUs

Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC

Seismic Analysis & Design of Steel and Reinforced Concrete Buildings

In this two-day course, Dr. Ashraf El Damatty, Professor and Chair of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Western University, will discuss the basic principles and practices of seismic analysis, design and detailing of steel and reinforced concrete buildings, and the seismic provisions of the National Building Code of Canada (NBC) 2010. Participants will learn to estimate the probability and intensity of ground motions likely to occur at a site, along with the design implications; perform seismic analysis of structures both manually and using computer tools; utilize the concept of capacity design and structure ductility as well as the seismic design requirements of the NBC 2010; and apply the basic principles of design and detailing of earthquake-resistant steel and reinforced concrete buildings. It takes place Wednesday to Friday, May 8 -10, 2013, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. in Vancouver (venue to be determined). For more information and to register, please click here. Breakfast will be provided.

19.5 Core LUs

Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC

Green Concrete as Structural Materials

Green concrete (GC) will reduce the demand for natural resources, associated energy consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions involved in the production of  aggregates and cement. In this seminar, Abdelgadir Abbas PhD P.Eng. from Amec Americas will discuss the use of recycled concrete aggregates (RCA) to produce GC as a structural material. Learn about its mechanical and durability properties, including resistance to freeze-and-thaw action, chloride penetration, carbonation, shrinkage and creep, as well as the flexural and shear behaviour of reinforced GC beams. It takes place Thursday, May 2, 2013, 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon in Vancouver ( venue to be determined). For more information and to register, please click here. Breakfast will be provided.

2.75 Core LUs

The City in 2050 Speaker Series

The Urban Land Institute’s invites you to take part in The City in 2050. Titled “Creating Blueprints for Change”, this ongoing speaker series designed to examine the needs of the people, places and policies that will influence planning and development in British Columbia, both now and into the future.  The next presentation, taking place Thursday, May 2, 2013, will examine the future of the industrial lands in our Region. It will be moderated by Michael Kennedy, Vice-President and Regional Leader  – Stantec, and features Delia Laglagaron, Deputy Commissioner, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer and General Manager, Planning, Policy and Environment –  Metro Vancouver; Stuart Morrison, Executive Vice President, SIOR – Colliers; and Greg Yeomans, Manager of Planning – Port Metro Vancouver. Be part of an engaging discussion and debate about what efficient use of industrial land could mean across the region and around B.C. It happens from 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Click here to register.

Call for Entries: 2013 AIBC Architectural Awards

Each year, the Architectural Institute of British Columbia showcases the best in B.C. architecture through its highly-respected awards program. An esteemed jury with representation from both within and outside the profession will consider candidates for The Lieutenant-Governor of British Columbia Awards in Architecture (both medal and merit); The AIBC Innovation Award; The AIBC Special Jury Award; and The AIBC Emerging Firm Award. While honours are given in these distinct award categories, there is one common element: Excellence. Winners are celebrated at the annual Presidents’ Dinner & Awards Gala, part of the AIBC Annual Conference, and featured in the annual architectureBC publication.

You will note that this year’s schedule is different. Normally the AIBC’s awards program takes place in the spring, immediately preceding a May/June annual conference. However, the 2013 Annual Conference, being held for the first time in partnership with the AIA-NWPR, takes place October 23-26. It includes the annual Presidents’ Dinner & Awards Gala. With this in mind, the key dates for this year’s program are as follows:

Call for Entries: Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Deadline for Submissions: Friday, May 31, 2013
Awards Adjudication: Saturday, June 15, 2013
architectureBC Preparation: July / August 2013
Presidents’ Dinner & Awards Gala: Friday, October 25, 2013

For detailed information including award criteria and submission requirements, and to make your submission, please visit the AIBC Architectural Awards web page.

BCIT’s Architectural Science Exhibition of Graduating Work

Please click here to view the invitation: BCIT Architectural Science Exhibition