College/University Courses
The following are a list of courses that may help you prepare for the exams and are provided for reference only. Many of these courses are part of a degree or certificate program only and you must contact the institution offering the course to determine whether you are eligible to take the course. Note that the BSSB does not endorse any of these courses and does not certify that the content covered by the courses is the same as what is covered on the exam. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are prepared to write each exam after reviewing the current Learning Objectives posted on this website.
Building Science Theory
| Course Code | Course Name | Institution | Method of Learning | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
BLDG9292 |
Building Science Fundamentals |
George Brown |
On-line self-directed |
42 |
|
BSC1100 |
Building Science I |
Algonquin |
In-person |
42 |
|
BSC1400 |
Building Science II |
Algonquin |
In-person |
42 |
|
CIV575 |
Building Science |
U of T Civil |
In-person |
36 |
|
BL8100 |
Building Science Theory |
TMU |
In-person |
36 |
|
CIVE507 |
Building Science and Technology |
Waterloo |
In-person |
36 |
|
ACSE 3209A/B |
Building Science |
Carleton |
In-person |
36/36 |
|
3552 |
Building Science i |
U of T SCS |
On-line swith meetings |
30 |
|
3553 |
Building Science II |
U of T SCS |
On-line swith meetings |
30 |
Materials
| Course Code | Course Name | Institution | Method of Learning | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIE270H1 | Materials Science | University of Toronto | In Class | |
| CIV514H1 F | Concrete Technology | University of Toronto | In Class | |
| MIE507H1 S | Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Fundamentals | University of Toronto | ||
| 09-0928-2357 | Design, Operation and Maintenance of HVAC Systems | EPIC | In Class | 28 |
| 08-0420-2349 | Advanced Concrete Technology for Durable and Sustainable Civil Infrastructure | EPIC | In Class | |
| 09-0917-2357 | Diagnosing Defects in Aging Concrete Structures and Developing Effective Repair Solutions | EPIC | In Class | |
| MTL 200 | Materials Science Fundamentals | Ryerson University | In Class | |
| MTL 300 | Material Science 2 | Ryerson University | In Class | |
| CVL 533 | Concrete Materials | Ryerson University | In Class | |
| ASC 202 | The Building Project | Ryerson University | In Class | |
| CIVL 215 | Materials for Civil Engineers | Queens University | In Class | |
| CIVL 431 | Infrastructure Rehabilitation | Queens University | In Class | |
| MECH 270 | Material Science and Engineering | Queens University | In Class | |
| CIVE 2700 | Civil Engineering Materials | Carleton University | In Class | |
| MAAE 2700 | Engineering Materials | Carleton University | In Class | |
| MECH 4407 | Heating and Air Conditioning | Carleton University | In Class | |
| CIVE 512 | Rehabilitation of Structures | University of Waterloo | In Class | |
| ME 235 | Material Science and Engineering | University of Waterloo | In Class | |
| MECH ENG 4W03 | Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems | McMaster University | In Class | |
| CVG 2141 | Civil Engineering Materials | University of Ottawa | In Class | |
| MCG2360/2361 | Engineering Materials | University of Ottawa | In Class | |
| CEE 3369b | Materials for Civil Engineers | Western University | In Class | |
| CIVL 1002 | Civil Engineering Materials | George Brown College | In Class | |
| SCI 1200 | Materials Science | Algonquin College | In Class | |
| MEE 333 | Metallurgy and Engineering Materials | Royal Military College | In Class | |
| ENGR-2026EL | Engineering Materials | Laurentian University | In Class | |
| CIVL-2190 | Materials in Civil and Environmental Engineering | University of Windsor | In Class | |
| MECH-3830 | Materials and Their Properties | University of Windsor | In Class | |
| CIVL 23 | Construction Materials | St. Lawrence College | In Class | |
| CIVL 1112 | Construction Materials and Testing | Durham College | In Class | |
| MATLEA102 | Construction Materials 1 | Mohawk College | In Class | |
| BLDG1005 | Building Methods & Materials | Loyalist College | In Class | |
| CIVL 1256 | Materials 1 | Niagara College | In Class | |
| CON200 | Construction Materials I | Sault College | In Class | |
| CONS1140 | Construction Materials | Conestoga College | In Class | |
| 3556 | 3556 Mechanical Systems – HVAC and the Building Envelope | University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies | Online | 36 |
| 3639 | 3639 Building Envelope Materials | University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies | Online | 30 |
| Exam | Materials Exam and Mechanical Systems Exam | University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies |
Building Envelope Systems
| Course Code | Course Name | Institution | Method of Learning | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3554 |
Building Envelope Systems – I Roofing |
U of T SCS |
On-line with meetings |
30 |
|
3555 |
Building Envelope Systems – II Walls & Windows |
U of T SCS |
On-line with meetings |
30 |
|
BLDC 3050 |
Building Envelope Performance |
BCIT |
On-line or in-person |
36 |
|
ERGY8140 |
Building Envelope |
Conestoga |
All available |
56 |
|
BL8101 |
Building Envelope Systems |
TMU |
In-person |
36 |
|
CIV578 |
Design of Building Enclosures |
U of T Civil |
In-person |
36 |
|
BSC543 |
Building Science Technology |
Seneca |
In-person |
36 |
|
BSC2210/3420 |
Building Systems I/II |
Algonquin |
In-person |
28/42 |
|
BSC3400/4000 |
Building Envelope I/II |
Algonquin |
In-person |
42/42 |
BSS Knowledge Reference Material
| Course Code | Course Name | Institution | Method of Learning | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building Research Information Knowledgebase | ||||
| Building Science Corporation | ||||
| Building Envelope Design Guide | ||||
| National Research Council of Canada | ||||
| Building Science Education |
