Advanced Building Surveying

    Unit code: NBC3002 | Study level: Undergraduate
    Credit points
    12
    (Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
    Location
    Online Real Time
    Prerequisites
    NBC2002 - Building Regulations
    NBC2001 - Building Planning Process
    (Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
    Overview
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    Overview

    The National Construction Code (NCC) and associated legislation relevant to High Rise Construction (buildings taller than 3 storeys) will be examined and applied in this unit. Students will learn about statutory controls and assessment; enforcement proceedings; how occupational health and safety, environmental and heritage legislation interact with the NCC; and the application of the principles of performance-based legislations.

    Learning Outcomes

    On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

    1. Interpret Codes and Standards of Class 2 to 9 buildings beyond 3 stories including Type A construction;
    2. Critically assess and advise on compliance of design documentation for Class 2 to 9 buildings taller than 3 storeys;
    3. Negotiate initial, advanced and final construction inspections of Class 2 to 9 buildings taller than 3 storeys;
    4. Exemplify effective communication with a range of skilled professionals, including architects, builders and engineers; and
    5. Formulate sound and safe practices in relation to permits and inspections on site.

    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Assessment type: Test
    |
    Grade: 40%
    Tests (2)
    Assessment type: Project
    |
    Grade: 45%
    Team project
    Assessment type: Presentation
    |
    Grade: 15%
    Presentation

    Required reading

    In addition, a very comprehensive set of course notes will be available for most topics. These course notes will contain further references and reading material.

    Building Code of Australia Class 2 to Class 9 Buildings
    National Construction Code Series (2019 Volume 1| ABCB Publications, Canberra

    As part of a course

    This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

    Bachelor of Building Surveying
    NBBS | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years

    Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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