As professionals move further from the field, it’s possible to drift away from the tacit knowledge that shapes good building — the instincts, the material sense, the feel for how wood works. The Construction in Mass Timber Structures program was a reminder to me of how vital that connection is, while also advancing my grasp of industrialized and modern methods of construction. It’s made me a stronger leader in mass timber delivery.
After moving into the mass timber industry, I took the opportunity to upskill through BCIT’s Construction in Mass Timber Structures program. The training provided practical knowledge and hands-on experience I now apply directly in my work. From beginners to experienced professionals, this program offers valuable insight into the fast-growing world of mass timber.
Jeff Morberg
Superintendent @Kinsol Timber Systems
Studied Construction in Mass Timber Structures
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
The Construction in Mass Timber Structures program at BCIT brought a significant amount of real-world experience to the classroom. The amount of high-level professional knowledge from this newly emerging industry was more than I expected. The instructors were excellent and gave great feedback to the students. Physically building both structures with the crane brought the knowledge of the classroom to life. Great course.
Tyler Jack
Superintendent @Supremesteel
Studied Construction in Mass Timber Structures
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
Our Approach to Training Design
Shaping Construction Education with Industry Expertise
Beyond the existing courses, we continue to work directly with industry in the design and development of training in mass timber, off-site, construction and prefabrication to ensure training meets the needs of industry.
Principles of Mass Timber Design, Fabrication, and Construction
This new continuing education course, developed with expertise from Seagate Mass Timber professional, Jamie Sullivan, introduces design professionals to the principles of mass timber construction. Across six modules, you’ll explore sustainability aspects, an overview of mass timber and engineered wood products, design and fabrication considerations, construction practices, and the fundamentals of offsite delivery. By the end of the course, you will have the knowledge and skills to contribute effectively to mass timber projects from early design through construction.
For more information, please contact: Ciprian Pirvu cpirvu2@bcit.ca
Applied Mass Timber Engineering (proposed Microcredential)
Co-developed by BCIT and Aspect Structural Engineers, the Applied Mass Timber Engineering (AMTE) microcredential is an applied training program designed to upskill structural engineers in the design of mass timber structures. This 4-course microcredential was created in response to a growing industry need – it bridges the gap between theoretical structural design and real-world fabrication and installation practices.
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