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VARIETY PACKAGE #2 VAR0607: 5 FORMAL CE HOURS - $249.00 incl GST

  • Presented by: Farren, Tresidder, Thomson, Wheeler and Kerridge
  • CPE/CPD Credits: 5 Hours - FORMAL

Recognised by the RAIA, PIA & BDA and Listed by the NSW ARB & TCC

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This package of five courses provides a mix of CE addressing the current iissues, spread across the core categories of Design, Documentation, Project Management and Practice Management. Please see the individual Course Details for more information about each course unit.

Note: When you purchase this package, the first course (Jon Farren - JF0536) will be provided automatically, and Access Keys for the subsequent 4 courses will be forwarded by email within 48 hours of purchase. If you have special needs, please call eClassroom to discuss the options.

The package contains the following five courses: Provides 5 Hours of Formal CE.

Jon Farren presents: Recent changes to the BCA affecting Sound Insulation JF0536

Learning outcomes:

At the completion of this seminar you should be able to:

  • Clearly understand the sound insulation requirements of the Building Codes of Australia, including any shortcomings of the codes and sound insulation issues not covered in the codes.
  • Know where to find information on those sound insulation issues which are not covered by the BCA.
  • Know when to consult an acoustic specialist and know which stages of the project they are likely to be involved in.
  • Understand how to approach the selection of construction materials to provide the appropriate sound insulation for a variety of circumstances.
  • Know which areas of buildings are particularly important in terms of sound insulation.

Tracy Tresidder presents: Communication from the inside out TT0501

Learning outcomes:

At the completion of this course you will:

  • Have a clear understanding of the communication process
  • Discover what gets in the way of a clear message
  • Overcome barriers to communication.
  • Improve listening skills.
  • Recognize the importance of effective communication in various situations
  • Recognize that communication is a multi-faceted process
  • Learn new feedback techniques for gaining clarity

Ken Thomson presents: An Introduction to Cost Management MD0535

Learning outcomes:

By the completion of this unit you will:

  • Have a detailed understanding of the services offered by a quantity surveyor.
  • Know when to obtain the specialist services of a quantity surveyor.
  • Have a greater understanding of building cost analysis, tendering, progress claims, variations, bills of quantities and schedules of rates.
  • Have an overall improved understanding of all the cost and contract management aspects of an architectural project.

Tone Wheeler presents: suburban wipeouts TW0503

Learning outcomes:

At the completion of this course you will:

  • Be able to approach sustainable house design from a point of understanding, free from prevalent misconceptions.
  • Understand how to use thermal mass in the Australian climate.
  • Have reconsidered plan design, for houses, in terms of sustainability, efficiency of space, orientation and the integration of interior and exterior.
  • Understand when it is appropriate to use NatHERS and the purpose of BASIX.
  • Have a new understanding of roof design and rainwater collection.

Virginia Kerridge presents: Assemblage VK0518

Learning outcomes :

By the completion of this unit you will:

    • Have insight into a unique approach to spatial and formal concepts and the articulation of three-dimensional form.
    • Have an appreciation for the ability of sculpture and painting to provide an enriching architectural influence.
    • Have seen architectural examples which demonstrate that a sensitive response to site and nature can produce richer design.
    • Value the importance of a strong initial design concept.