AIBC eNews
March 16, 2016
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August 19, 2015
We have sourced a new venue to allow more participants to register, which means that there are more spaces available for this popular course. The new venue is:
Simon Fraser University
Harbour Centre
515 West Hastings St.
Room: 2270 Sauder Industries Policy Room
Register now at http://aibc.memberpro.net/main/body.cfm?menu=events
For further information contact Krista Stripnieks, Professional Development Coordinator at kstripnieks@aibc.ca.
August 7, 2015
With a month left to register, interested architects and engineers are reminded to enroll in the Certified Professional (CP) Program. Though the in-person course is sold out, webinar enrolment is still available. If you are interested, we encourage you to register now. A wait list for the in-person course is also being maintained in case of cancellations.
Please see below for full details.
The 2015 CP Program is being offered jointly by the Architectural Institute of B.C. (AIBC) and the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of B.C. (APEGBC). This course, including successful completion of the exams, is required for architects and engineers to become Certified Professionals under the CP Program. This is an alternative to the conventional building permit and inspection process utilized by the City of Vancouver and the City of Surrey, as well as some other municipalities.
This course is intended for architects and engineers with a strong knowledge of Canadian building codes and experience in the building construction industry. Although the course is open to all, only architects and engineers can become CPs.
This course will consist of twelve (12) full-day seminars which are scheduled Wednesdays between September 16 and December 16, 2015 and two (2) 8-hour exams, which are scheduled on Wednesday, January 20 and 27, 2016. Those interested in becoming CPs are required to attend the sessions, complete two projects and pass all exams.
The in-person course is currently full, however, there are still spaces available for the webinar and registration is open. Participants in remote locations are responsible for their internet connections with recommended minimum download and upload speeds of 1 Mbps and 512 Kbps, respectively. Exams will be held only on site at the AIBC.
Date: Wednesdays between September 16 and December 16, 2015, 8:30am – 5:00pm
Location: Online
Learning Units (LUs): 84 Core LUs
To register: http://aibc.memberpro.net/main/body.cfm?menu=events
*Note: Webinar participants will be required to attend in person the two site visits (to be held in Vancouver and/or Surrey) and attend the exams held at the AIBC offices in Vancouver.
If you would like to put your name on a waiting list for the in-person course, or for further information please contact Krista Stripnieks, Professional Development Coordinator at kstripnieks@aibc.ca.
July 13, 2015
The date of BC Building Code II has been changed to Monday, November 30, 2015.
This course covers professional responsibility, background, intent and concepts of significant
code requirements and uses. It is relevant for architects, technologists, building officials and
other industry participants. The deadline to register is Monday, November 23, 2015.
The course outline for BC Building Code II includes:
NEW Date: Monday, November 30, 2015, 9:30am – 5:00pm
Location: AIBC Offices, suite 100 – 440 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC
Learning Units (LUs): 6 Core LUs
To register: http://aibc.memberpro.net/main/body.cfm?menu=events
Note: You do not need to complete BC Building Code I in order to take BC Building Code II. The AIBC reserves the right to cancel courses should there not be enough registrants.
For further information contact Krista Stripnieks, Professional Development Coordinator at kstripnieks@aibc.ca.
June 2, 2015
The City of Vancouver Certified Professional Committee is offering this seminar in what is hoped to be a series of continuous professional development events geared specifically towards Certified Professionals.
Attendees will be updated on the latest versions of the CP Manual, including the new proposed British Columbia version. The seminar will also deal with the responsibilities of CPs with respect to the energy compliance forms that have been developed to document compliance with the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings (NECB) and ASHRAE 90.1 requirements under the Letters of Assurance in the British Columbia Building Code and the Vancouver Building By-law. Similarly, the responsibilities of CPs on projects incorporating green roofs will be addressed. The seminar will conclude with a question period that will include a short update from City of Vancouver staff on the latest issues of interest to CPs.
Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2015, 2015, 8:30-11am
Location: Vancouver City Hall, 453 West 12th Street at Cambie – Town Hall
Learning Units (LUs): 2 Core LUs
To register: http://aibc.memberpro.net/main/body.cfm?menu=events
Note: This seminar is optional and is not a requirement for maintaining the CP designation.
May 5, 2015
The 2015 Certified Professional (CP) Program Course is being offered jointly by the Architectural Institute of B.C. (AIBC) and the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of B.C. (APEGBC). This course, including successful completion of the exams, is required for architects and engineers to become Certified Professionals under the CP Program. This is an alternative to the conventional building permit and inspection process utilized by the City of Vancouver and the City of Surrey, as well as some other municipalities.
This course is intended for architects and engineers with a strong knowledge of Canadian building codes and experience in the building construction industry. Although the course is open to all, only architects and engineers can become CPs.
This course will consist of twelve (12) full-day seminars which are scheduled Wednesdays between September 16 and December 16, 2015 and two (2) 8-hour exams, which are scheduled on Wednesday, January 20 and 27, 2016. Those interested in becoming CPs are required to attend the sessions, complete two projects and pass all exams.
The in-person course is currently full, however there are still spaces available for the webinar. The participants in remote locations are responsible for their internet connections with recommended minimum download and upload speeds of 1 Mbps and 512 Kbps, respectively. Exams will be held only on site at the AIBC. Registration is now open.
Date: Wednesdays between September 16 and December 16, 2015, 8:30am – 5:00pm
Location: Online
Learning Units (LUs): 84 Core LUs
To register: http://aibc.memberpro.net/main/body.cfm?menu=events
*Note: Webinar participants will be required to attend in person the two site visits (to be held in Vancouver and/or Surrey) and the exams held at the AIBC offices in Vancouver.
If you would like to put your name on a waiting list for the in-person course, or for further information please contact Krista Stripnieks, Professional Development Coordinator at kstripnieks@aibc.ca.
March 4, 2015
This course covers professional responsibility, background, intent and concepts of significant
code requirements and uses. It is relevant for architects, technologists, building officials and
other industry participants. The deadline to register is Friday, March 13, 2015.
The course outline for BC Building Code II includes:
Date: March 20, 2015, 9:30am – 5:00pm
Location: AIBC Offices, suite 100 – 440 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC
Learning Units (LUs): 6 Core LUs
To register: http://aibc.memberpro.net/main/body.cfm?menu=events
Note: You do not need to complete BC Building Code I in order to take BC Building Code II. The AIBC reserves the right to cancel courses should there not be enough registrants.
For further information contact Krista Stripnieks, Professional Development Coordinator at kstripnieks@aibc.ca.
February 4, 2015
This course explores the fact that while building envelope performance is highly dependent on many technical factors, it is also influenced by the regulatory and working environments in which the participants in the construction industry operate.
The course outline for Module IV includes:
Date: March 6, 2015, 9:30am – 5:00pm
Location: AIBC Offices, suite 100 – 440 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC
Learning Units (LUs): 6 Core LUs
To register: http://aibc.memberpro.net/main/body.cfm?menu=events
Note: The AIBC reserves the right to cancel courses should there not be enough registrants.
For further information contact Krista Stripnieks, Professional Development Coordinator at kstripnieks@aibc.ca.
December 2, 2014
The 2015 course schedule is now available for viewing on the AIBC website. Please note, that online course registration will be commence on January 5, 2015. Registration is on a first-come first-served basis so please check out the schedule to note which courses you wish to take. Register early, as some of these sessions can fill up quickly.
May 20, 2014
The new Vancouver Building Bylaw’s implementation date is July 1, 2014. In anticipation, the AIBC, in collaboration with the City of Vancouver and APEGBC, will be presenting a day long session on the new bylaw, on Thursday, June 12, 2014. The program will focus on the ‘unique to Vancouver’ provisions, and will provide participants with the information they need to work effectively with these new building regulations in the City of Vancouver. Presenters will be experienced city staff who have been on the team creating the new bylaw. Both Part 3 and Part 9 requirements will be covered. This session will be of interest to architects, professional engineers, technicians and designers working on projects in the City of Vancouver.
Date: June 12, 2014
Time: 9:00 am – 5:00pm
Location: Vancouver City Hall (453 W 12th Avenue), Main Floor Town Hall meeting room
Cost: $220
LUs: 7 core learning units
There are plans to offer this course again in September 2014. More information coming soon.
February 28, 2014
Date: Friday, March 21, 2014 @ AIBC 9:30am – 5:00pm
BEEP Module V focuses on the design and construction of building separators of more extreme environments and emerging technologies. The severity of environmental loads (such as significant pressures, temperature and humidity differences) is also considered.
If you have already taken the AIBC’s Building Envelope Education Program (BEEP) Modules I – IV and would like to attend the final course of the program; or, you have completed the Building Envelope Principles course and want to know more; then this is the course for you. 6 Core LUs will be allotted for this course.
Date: Friday, March 21, 2014
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: AIBC office (Suite 100 – 440 Cambie Street, Vancouver, B.C., V6B 2N5)
Note: The AIBC reserves the right to cancel courses should there not be enough registrants. For further information, please contact Aleta Cho at acho@aibc.ca.
January 3, 2014
The 2014 AIBC Course Schedule, a listing of professional development sessions being offered in the coming year, is now available online. Please click here for professional development session listings. Those who are keen to register early are invited to click here to register online.
December 3, 2013
To all those who attended any of the BC Building Code Energy Upgrade courses held last week and continuing this week at BC Hydro, please complete the evaluation survey that you will receive via e-mail. Your feedback will help us in planning additional programs in this area.
Many have asked for the PowerPoint presentations, they are not available at this time, but we are working on making the information available to all. As well, we are discussing with our partners the possibility of additional sessions in the new year. We will announce any new course offering via e-news.
Any AIBC registrants attending at the BC Hydro venues, please make sure you sign the AIBC Continuing Education System sign-up sheet that will be provided at each venue. Those who attended at the AIBC have already had their Learning Units recorded.
November 19, 2013
The Know The Code? Courses on New Energy Efficiency Regulations, being held at the AIBC on November 26 and 27, 2013, have now sold out. However, additional sessions are taking place in early December through the Illuminating Engineering Society of British Columbia (http://www.iesbc.org/event-registration-list?archived=0). Please note that while the AIBC supports these sessions and has made its space available for hosting some of them, the sessions themselves are being offered through the BC Building & Safety Standard Branch. Some AIBC members have enquired as to whether any additional sessions are anticipated for Vancouver Island and the B.C. Interior. At this time there is nothing planned. However, the AIBC has passed along these requests and will keep you advised.
November 5, 2013
Effective December 20, 2013, both the 2012 BC Building Code and the 2014 Vancouver Building By-law bring into effect new energy efficiency requirements for Part 3 buildings. These new standards – spelled out in ASHRAE 90.1 2010 and NECB 2011 – have been adopted in parallel, allowing designers to select one or the other. In preparation for the new regulations, the AIBC, BC Hydro, the province’s Building and Safety Standards Branch, the City of Vancouver and the Illuminating Engineering Society of BC (IES) have collaborated to offer a series of affordable training sessions for industry professionals. Specifically tailored for industry specializations, they are designed to provide designers with the specific information relevant to their work. All sessions will be taught by local leaders in their field, and each training units will comprehensively cover the new building code and building by-law energy requirements as well as both ASHRAE and NECB requirements, identifying where the standards will specifically differ. The architecture-specific sessions include General Overview & Compliance Requirements, and Envelope Requirements. Half-day courses (approximately three hours) will be offered from Tuesday and Wednesday, November 26 – 27, 2013 at the AIBC. The cost is $110 each. Space is limited; click here to register online.
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