Course structure
Building and construction is complex and there are many pieces of legislation that impact on the construction process. The BCA and Australian Standards take up the bulk of the technical requirements for construction and this is the focus of this online course. Navigate your way through the Building Code of Australia with insight and expertise. Be able to use, refer and adhere to the code efficiently and effectively by learning from our industry experts.
The following content will be covered during the course:
Introduction and classification:
- Importance of building codes
- Introduction to the classification system.
Part 1 of the Building Code of Australia:
- Linkage of legislation
- BCA hierarchy and governance requirements
- Format of housing provisions
- Navigating through the BCA
- BCA language and clause structure
- Differences between BCA Volume 1 and Volume 2.
Performance requirements and Part 2 of the National Construction Code:
- An overview of part 2 of the BCA
- Discuss what a performance provision is
- How you can comply with a performance requirement
- Assessing performance solutions
- Documenting decisions.
Part 3 of the National Construction Code:
- Earthworks
- Termite protection
- Storm water drainage
- Soil classification
- Footings
- Reinforced concrete slabs
- Fire Resistance Levels (FRL’s)
- Fire separation
- Carports
- Smoke alarms
- Framing
- Light and ventilation
- Facilities
- Wet areas
- Stairs
- Barriers and handrails.
Learning outcomes
At the completion of this course you will have an understanding of:
- The legislation impacting on construction
- The importance of building codes
- How to identify the format of housing provisions
- The language and clause structure
- Classifying buildings in accordance with the code
- Acceptable construction and performance provisions.
In-house training solutions
This course can also be customised and delivered in-house. Find out more.
Course delivery
This course is designed as a self-paced, online course. Participants will be able to work through the six modules and quizzes at their own pace and will be offered a thirty minute phone consultation with an expert instructor at the completion of the online content. Participants will also receive a certificate of completion.
If you are in search of a face-to-face Building Code of Australia course, you might be interested in our ABC of the Building Code of Australia Course.
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