Research Group
Our vision is to establish BCIT as a key provider of building science knowledge and master’s degree graduates through our advanced educational programs, leading edge applied research, technology development and knowledge transfer. Read More…
Services to Industry
The Building Science Centre of Excellence (BSCE) delivers an advanced research and educational program in building science for the construction industry. The BSCE promotes an increased understanding of core fundamental physical principles of building operation so that these can be applied in the development of improved building technologies and more sustainable buildings. Read More…
Research
BSCE develops a comprehensive building optimization and decision-making tool that integrates whole-building simulation, risk assessment and cost-benefit analysis, with the objective of designing a building that is energy efficient, durable, economical, environmentally friendly, and provides comfortable and healthy indoor air quality to occupants. Read More…
Facilities
Our centre is equipped with advanced facilities and equipment that enable experiments under controlled environmental conditions, as well as experiments under real outdoor conditions. Our field monitoring equipment can also be deployed to evaluate the in-service conditions of buildings. Read More...
Education
The Building Science Graduate Program was launched in 2011 in a response to industry demand for qualified practitioners in building science. It is the only program of its kind in Western Canada. Offering a unique curriculum combining applied learning with theoretical concepts, the Building Science Graduate Program offers three credentials. Read More…
Research Database
The Building Science Research Database is a comprehensive listing of books, reports and research articles with a focus on the design, construction, performance and maintenance of the building envelope.
Granting Agencies
The BSCE gratefully acknowledges funding support from its sponsors. Major funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) and Western Economic Diversification Canada has allowed the BSCE to build research capacity and essential infrastructure.
