SDCM71-314: Building Controls and Regulation

Description

In this subject students examine prescriptive and performance based building regulation with particular emphasis on the National Construction Code (NCC). Related environmental legislation affecting building work is investigated. Other topics include statutory requirements for certification of building works, building approvals, other statutory controls related to buildings including health and safety.

Subject details

Learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate a sound working knowledge of key aspects of the National Construction Code and interpret relevant sections of the code as required;
2. Communicate the roles and differentiate the operation of prescriptive and performance based building regulations;
3. Appreciate the application and effect of statutory controls in relation to sustainability in the built environment;
4. Apply a working knowledge of the statutory requirements (at federal, state and local government levels) relevant to the certification of building works; and
5. Demonstrate understanding of relevant health and safety regulations and controls.

Enrolment requirements

Subject outlines

• May 2020 [Standard]
• January 2020 [Intensive]
• September 2019 [Intensive]
• May 2019 [Intensive]
• January 2019 [Intensive]
• September 2018 [Intensive - Weeks 5 & 10]
• January 2018 [Intensive - Weeks 1 and 6]
• May 2017 [Intensive - Weeks 4 & 9]

Subject dates