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Architecture, Construction & Engineering (ACE)

BCIT School of Construction and the Environment

FUNDAMENTALS IN ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING (ACE Microcredential)Architecture Construction Engineering

The ACE Microcredential is a unique educational program comprised of three (3) dual credit courses designed to introduce high school students to the fields of architecture, construction management, engineering and related fields (collectively referred to as the ACE sector).

Interested grade 11 students are invited to apply for this summer program to be taken between grades 11 and 12. Classes will be held weekdays at the BCIT Burnaby Campus (3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, BC.) from July 5, 2027 - August 20, 2027.

Students will be introduced to skills, concepts and terminologies used in these sectors, participate in site visits, work on digital models, and hear from leaders in these professions. Topics covered in the ACE Microcredential include introductions to digital modelling, construction project management, communication/professionalism, and building technology literacy. Students take part in classroom activities, field trips and applied learning.

The ACE Microcredential is especially relevant for high school students who are not sure what career they want to pursue or know they are interested in one of these fields and would like to get a head start.

During the Summer ACE Microcredential program, students complete the following courses:

  • ACED 1200 Digital Modelling Fundamentals
  • ACED 1215 Introduction to Construction Project Management, Communication & Professionalism
  • ACED 1225 Introduction to Building Technology and Construction Environments

Students who successfully complete the ACE Microcredential earn 12.0 senior high school credits towards graduation (9.0 BCIT credits). The BCIT credits earned may count towards BCIT’s Diploma in Construction Management or the Certificate in Essential Technical Skills for Architecture, Construction and Engineering (the “ACE Certificate”), for those who decide to apply to either of those programs.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants to the ACE Microcredential must possess the following prior to entry:

  • Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or Protected Person status (entitled to work in Canada)
  • Access to a vehicle or public transit and a willingness to travel to BCIT and field trip locations
  • English language proficiency (Language Arts 11 (min. 50%) or equivalent
  • Must be on track to meet all graduation requirement

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SUCCESS:

In addition to the above noted Entrance Requirements, applicants to the ACE Microcredential are highly recommended to possess the following:

  • Good computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
  • Good communication skills, and/or the desire to develop or improve them
  • A keen interest in exploring careers within the field of architecture, construction and engineering
  • Access to a personal computer at home and reliable internet service

Interested applicants should see their school counsellor or contact the District Career Programs Office (careerprogams@sd38.bc.ca) for more information.

Applications must be submitted to SD38 Career Programs Office (NOT directly to BCIT).