This program does not result in accreditation against a unit of competency.
Prerequisites
This course requires the participants to:
-Hold an AQF level 3 or above qualification in related building and construction area
-Have access to the National Construction Code (NCC)- Class 1 and Class 10 Building
-Hold sufficient skills in reading and writing to be able to complete complex reports
Learning Outcomes
-Different inspection types
-Processes and tools used during the inspection
-Carrying out an on-site inspection
-Common building faults
-Duties of an inspector within the relevant legislation
-Working to an Australian Standard
-Planning and preparing the final reports
-Appropriate wording of findings for inclusion in the final inspection report
Course Objectives
This program gives participants the background knowledge and practical approach to carrying out pre-purchase and defect inspections and the related completion of comprehensive inspection reports to the required Australian Standard. This course is a way to ensure builders are continuing to update and expand on their building and construction knowledge and experience. The program ensures they understand how to build and recognise compliant building aspects.