Building Defects, Inspections and Survey Reports for the Construction Professional (ten weeks)
- Level(s) of Study: Short course; Professional
- Course Fee:
£1,250
- Start Date(s): Future dates to be confirmed
- Duration: Wednesdays 5.30 - 8 pm, ten weeks
- Study Mode(s): Part-time
- Campus: City Campus
- Entry Requirements: More information
Introduction:
Course dates:
Future dates to be confirmed, email us to join our waitlist.
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.
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Engage with like-minded professionals in a collaborative studio setting that encourages idea sharing. -
With a limited class size you'll have the one-to-one attention you need to ensure you leave with the skills to continue developing your designs at home or work. -
Benefit from learning with an experienced tutor who has established links to the profession and significant experience working in varied practices. -
On successful completion of the course, you will receive a digital certificate of attendance and a digital badge.
What you’ll study
On this course you'll 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.
What will I gain?
A CPD certificate will be issued upon successful completion of the course.
Should the assessment be successfully completed, the course provides 5 NTU undergraduate credits.
- 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.
How you’re taught
Teaching and learning will take place using a programme of workshops, demonstrations, seminar groups and tutorials.
This course will be delivered in person on Nottingham Trent University city campus.
Careers and employability
Certificate of attendance and digital badge
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a digital certificate of attendance and a digital badge powered by Accredible.
Your digital credential is more than just a certificate – it’s secure, verifiable, and protected against fraud through encryption and blockchain technology.
They also come with detailed metadata, including an overview of the skills you have achieved on the course, evidence of completion, and assessment criteria if appropriate.
Share your achievements seamlessly with friends, customers, and potential employers online, and proudly add your badge or certificate to social media platforms such as LinkedIn, so all the right people can see it.
Campus and facilities
You will be based in the School of Architecture, Design and Built Environment on the City Campus.
You will receive an email one week before the course starts with joining instructions on where to go for the first day.
You’ll also have access to our library to use outside of your short course; whilst you can’t reserve or take away books, you are welcome to use them as a resource for research and referencing.
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.
Fees and funding
The fee for this course is £1,250.
Payment is due before the course starts - 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.
Your application must be accepted for the course before you pay the fees.
You can read the terms and conditions of booking here.
How to apply
Please read the guidance notes and complete the application form.
You should then email your form to: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk
Please read our notes on the University's commitment to delivering the educational services advertised.
Any questions?
Contact the short course team:
Email: cpdbe@ntu.ac.uk