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I'm waitlisted for Architectural and Building Technology cause it's full.Does anyone know if you have a chance to get a spot? Thanks, |
Stay in line. There are ALWAYS drop-outs. I hope you know what you're getting yourself into |
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Anyone in part time studies without previously attending college/university? And where is that getting you in terms of career/life? |
^ i can't relate 100% to your question cause i did attend university.. But I am currently taking a part-time certificate program at BCIT in the AutoCAD/Building Design as it is a hobby of mine. Most of the classmates in my class are already in the field or in ways are related to the field... E.g. carpenters and framers who want to start their own business in doing their own design work for houses. I think the part-time program offers a good chance for networking and gives you a good technical backbone for the field you want to get into. However, I think a full-time course is the way to go. |
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GET back to studying. Don't fail Dan's final like some people in my class did. Make it all the way to the end only to fail structures 4 and have to go back for 1 class. lol |
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Spoiler! After you complete the HVAC program do you get your journeymans or do you still have to do an apprenticeship? |
1. Program (whatever you choose) 2. Finish program. 3. Deploma. 4. 7200 WORKING hours. (IndustryTrainingAuthority) 5. Write IP exam. 6. You are a bar of gold. (in other word journeyman) (I will have restricted electrical, gas B, and HVAC licence's) |
Anyone in electrical foundation or electrical apprenticeship? |
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I just remember it being hard, cause a lot of people thought they might have failed. He might have even scaled it so not as many people failed. |
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I just want to make sure of something If you pay your tuition fee early, do you get also get your U-pass early? My class starts On September but i kinda want to get that U-pass this month |
You can only get your Upass when your program starts.. Since you're starting in September, you can go pick up your Upass on August 22. |
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You paid for a may upass, so you can get it when it becomes available. Where as the other guy paid for September and beyond but wants it 4 months in advance, not going you happen. He didn't pay for those 4 months. Posted via RS Mobile |
Making elective choices soon for 2nd year ABET, can anyone give an insight regarding Building Science vs. Architectural Science? |
^Were you in the presentation this afternoon for building science? It really depends on what you want to go into. The two electives are completely different. Alot of my first year friends went into the architectural science elective. In building science you'll learn a lot about heat conductivity, thermal transmittance, condensation in wall assemblies, stack effect and how to calculate all of these. There is a fair amount of report writing but between the two there is far less work in Building Science, but that's just IMO. But like I said, it really depends on what you want to go into. Keep in mind though taking Building science still allows you to apply for the Arch sci degree program. |
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Heard it may be harder to build a good portfolio to get into Arch Science degree when taking the Building Science option though, not sure if it's true. |
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If you don't want to be an architect, or don't like the drawing part or w/e, GET OUT NOW. There is no reason to do the architectural degree unless you are sure you want to be an architect. (and keep in mind that means that you are commiting to atleast another year of classes after the degree program (more commonly it takes 2 or 3 years after the degree completion). If you just want to do something in construction, like becoming a project manager, or superintendant or w/e. TAKE ECON. If you really want to become a specialist in cladding and building envelope systems take building science (I will kind of warn you though this market is slowly becoming saturated with So-called experts). I deeply regret wasting my time in the architectural option, when I almost full and well knew I didn't want to go down that path. The other bonus of Econ, is if you end up doing the Construction Management degree you end it with a PQS designation which you would not get unless you chose the Econ option. --- The other thing I will mention and this may be of no relevancy to you, and its certainly not to dampen your dreams or anything, but architecture is TOUGH. The nature and essence of the job is difficult and subjective, you either have an eye for design or not. If you are one of those rare individuals who has a real eye for it, you will go far and eventually make a lot of money. If you are middle of the pack, the world is littered with mediocre architects who make pennies and work their asses off. Construction management, or working on the actual building side vs the design side will get you MUCH farther in the salary department. I'm talking like $60+k within a couple years of graduating out of ABET, complete the construction management degree and make some of the right moves career wise, and you can easily start clearing 100k in less than 5 years. And the potential doesn't stop there, your salary will only continue to grow, there are plenty of grey haired PM's and CM's making 300k a year. |
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I know a couple guys in the Arch option that can have crazy designs. It sort of comes natural to them and it seems easier. Others need to work extra hard at it. If you have that passion and flare like mentioned above, creating a good portfolio won't be hard at all. Also keep in mind they will look at your grades as well. From what it sounds like though, you'd be better off going into building science. The Arch option is ALOT of work, and unless you're completely dedicated to it I would advise against it. If you thought first year was tough, going into Arch will make you think otherwise. Every single year 90% of students go into the program wanting to become an Architect because they think they've got what it takes because they know how to draw. But what they forget being an Architect is more than just designing amazing buildings. You have to factor in city by-laws, owner requirements, building codes etc. Ultimately what the Architect sees or envisions for the building comes last. Unless they changed the way they do things, you'll have small presentations by each of the 3 instructors from each elective. If you're still unsure, pop into the Arch labs and ask them for their opinions. All of the students are friendly and are more than willing to answer your questions. |
I see, thanks for the info guys, very helpful and definitely gave me a better understanding of the different electives. Will take those suggestions into consideration when making my choice. |
Did anybody see the two guys getting arrested over by the gym tonight around 730? |
What happened? I left at 5PM |
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