COURSE:

NBCC 2020 Large Buildings (5 Days)

Course Description:

This course has been designed to enhance the knowledge of practitioners who wish to improve their competence in interpreting and implementing the principles of the National Building Code of Canada (NBC) with respect to large buildings (Vol. 1 Division B Part 3) but does not include complex buildings defined as:

  • Buildings containing building systems, works, fixtures and service systems to which Subsection 3.2.6 or Articles 3.2.8.3. to 3.2.8.11. apply

Topics covered in this course include:

  • Occupancy, Construction Types, Fire-Resistance and Occupant Loads
  • Building Fire Safety
  • Safety within Floor Areas
  • Exits
  • Vertical Transportation
  • Health Requirements
  • Barrier-Free Design
  • Portable Classrooms and Self-Service Storage Buildings
  • Public Pools and Spas
  • Rapid Transit Stations
  • Tents and Air-Supported Structures, Signs and Shelf/Rack Storage Systems
  • Change of Use and Renovations
  • Environmental Separation
  • Structural Design, HVAC, Plumbing
  • Resource Conservation

Assessment:

Examination will be conducted to assess understanding of the course material.