Documentation Courses
FORMAL CPE/CPD Courses on Documentation - New courses added each month
Codes SEPP - NSW Housing Code AW1112
Presenter: Aoife Wynter - NSW Dept of Planning and Infrastructure
Description: This presentation provides an overview of State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008 (the Codes SEPP) inclusive of the changes brought in February 2011.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1.5 Hours - FORMAL
Cost: $79.95 incl GST
Introduction to Disability (Access to Premises) Buildings Standards 2010 JM1114
Presenter: Ms Joe Manton
Description: The Disability (Access to Premises) Buildings Standards 2010, were introduced across Australia on 1st May 2011. They will mean significant change in the requirements for access for new and upgraded buildings in Australia.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $59.95 incl GST
Residential Rating Tools MP0930
Presenter: Michael Plunkett
Description: Three software packages: Bers Pro, FirstRate5 and AccuRate, have been developed to provide residential, energy performance, star ratings.Michael Plunkett outlines the pros and cons of these software packages.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1.5 Hours - FORMAL
Cost: $89.95 incl GST
Reducing On-Site Variations NS0903
Presenter: NATSPEC
Description: Richard Choy, Tony Mury and Ian Wills from NATSPEC cover the intricacies of specification writing including: the practicalities and risks of creating a master specification and the dangers of using standard, client specifications.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1.5 Hours - FORMAL
Cost: $89.95 incl GST
Off-Form Concrete Wall Finishes EL0621
Presenter: Eric Lume - Solutions Engineer, CCAA
Description: A definitive guide to off-form concrete finishes including smooth or plain finishes as well as textured. Eric also investigates colour and weathering, and provides a framework for the selection of concrete finish types.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $53.95 incl GST
Domestic Waste Water - Treatment and Reuse PG0636
Presenter: Dr Phillip Geary - Universtity of Newcastle
Description: Dr. Phillip Geary reveals the current status of domestic wastewater in Australia, including its treatment and disposal.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $59.95 incl GST
Waste Minimisation + Resource Efficiency NB0637
Presenter: Nigel Bell - Architect
Description: Nigel explores the move from downstream waste management, to upstream utilisation of cradle-to-cradle construction materials.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $59.95 incl GST
High Rise: Is your project delivering maximum value? TG0615
Presenter: Tom Glasby - Solutions Engineer, CCAA
Description: By examining opportunities for value adding in the concrete construction process, Tom shows how to optimize project outcomes in terms of cost, speed, risk and Return on Investment (ROI).
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $53.95 incl GST
High Quality Decorative and Slip Resistant Finishes with Concrete Flatwork JN0616
Presenter: John Nichols - Solutions Engineer, CCAA
Description: This course presents the elements required to achieve excellent quality finishes in concrete flatwork including Slip Resistance, Sealers and Toppings.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $53.95 incl GST
Illuminate SW0631
Presenter: Steve Wright - Steensen Varming
Description: Steve Wright, a highly regarded Lighting Designer, explores the elements required to develop lighting sympathetic to the built form.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $59.95 incl GST
Natural Ventilation in Dwellings SK0534
Presenter: Steve King - UNSW
Description: Steve King provides a concise outline of the basic principles of natural ventilation, and reveals some common misconceptions, especially regarding multi-unit dwellings (SEPP65).
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $59.95 incl GST
Acoustic Design for Commercial Developments JF0627
Presenter: Jon Farren - Marshall Day Acoustics
Description: Using audio illustrations, Jon Farren converts the topic of sound insulation from a mere BCA requirement to a tangible architectural solution.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $59.95 incl GST
Shadowy Secrets SK0515
Presenter: Steve King - UNSW
Description: Steve King provides a comprehensive overview of Solar Access and Overshadowing analysis relating to development applications.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $59.95 incl GST
An Introduction to Building Ecology PG0540
Presenter: Peter Graham - UNSW
Description: Peter Graham, Senior Lecturer at University of NSW, argues that as environmental degradation becomes an increasingly serious consideration, it is important that architects develop a new approach to design.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $59.95 incl GST
Recent changes to the BCA affecting Sound Insulation JF0536
Presenter: Jon Farren - Marshal Day Acoustics
Description: Jon Farren, Managing Consultant of Marshall Day Acoustics, explains the architectural implications of the recent changes to the Building Code of Australia regarding sound insulation.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $59.95 incl GST
NatHERS Energy rating of Multi-unit housing JB0525
Presenter: Professor John Ballinger
Description: Professor Ballinger discusses the issues affecting energy rating for multi-unit residential developments and presents two case studies.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $59.95 incl GST
A Specification Writing Forum NS0519
Presenter: NATSPEC
Description: Noel Burke from NATSPEC provides a comprehensive overview of the role and importance of specification writing and the use of NATSPEC services and materials.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $59.95 incl GST
NatHERS Studies in the Non-rating Mode JB0513
Presenter: Professor John Ballinger
Description: Professor Ballinger describes how an architect can assess comfort levels within a house design.
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $59.95 incl GST
An introduction to NatHERS JB0512
Presenter: Professor John Ballinger
Description: Professor Ballinger provides a comprehensive overview of NatHERS, the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme(and Software).
CPE/CPD Credits: 1 Hour - FORMAL
Cost: $59.95 incl GST