Introduction to Building Defects, Inspections and Survey Reporting (three days)
- Level(s) of Study: Professional / Short course
- Course Fee:
£675
- Start Date(s): 12 June 2024
- Duration: Wednesday - Friday, 9.30 am - 4 pm, three days
- Study Mode(s): Short course
- Campus: City Campus
- Entry Requirements:
More information
Introduction:
This course combines the practical and theoretical issues of building defects with their causes, diagnosis and remedial actions.
It’s useful for anyone in the construction sector who’s looking to develop their overall knowledge and understanding of building failures, deterioration processes and assessment strategies.
What you’ll study
On the course, you will:
- gain an overview of the relationship between construction technology and building defects
- learn about different deterioration mechanisms (including deformation versus failure)
- consider the principals of inspections
- understand how to problem solve and use pathology processes
- plan for the most appropriate method of investigation using modern technology and equipment such as moisture meters, endoscopes, thermal imaging cameras and drones
- learn how to effectively write reports on your findings.
You’ll also look into remedial actions related to key structural elements of domestic and residential dwellings, including:
- foundations and floors
- drainage and basements
- external and internal walls, including cladding
- dampness and condensation
- floors (from group floor and first floor to solid and suspended timber)
- roofs (pitched and flat)
- concrete and asbestos.
Further information on what you'll study
By the end of the course, you will:
- be able to critically assess the implications of a range of construction methods on building failures and defects
- have an understanding of the mechanisms of building defects, from symptoms to causation
- know how to select the appropriate remedial measures
- be able to communicate design solutions to rectify building decay
- have the confidence to make logical recommendations, identify and solve problems, and generate new ideas
- be able to demonstrate a range of transferable skills that will be valuable in the workplace.
How you’re taught
Teaching and learning will take place using a programme of lectures, workshops, short projects and group discussions.
Entry requirements
No previous qualifications or experience is needed to access this course.
This course is open to professionals at any stage of their career.
If you have any queries about this course, please email: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk.
Getting in touch
If you need more help or information, get in touch through our enquiry form
No previous qualifications or experience is needed to access this course.
This course is open to professionals at any stage of their career.
If you have any queries about this course, please email: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk.
Fees and funding
The fee for this course is £675
Payment is due at the time of booking - ask us if you'd prefer an invoice sent to your company.
Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include great benefits such as the use of our modern library and free use of the IT equipment and software on the campus during your course.
The fee for this course is £675
Payment is due at the time of booking - ask us if you'd prefer an invoice sent to your company.
Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include great benefits such as the use of our modern library and free use of the IT equipment and software on the campus during your course.
How to apply
You can book your place via the NTU online store:
12 - 14 June 2024
You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.
You can book your place via the NTU online store:
12 - 14 June 2024
You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.