Building Construction
Construction
A course by
Lincoln University
This course introduces building form and function, methods of construction and materials applicable to legislation in Aotearoa New Zealand.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Lincoln University Campus, Lincoln


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Understand legislation regulating building industry in New Zealand
Students will be able to understand the legal framework and regulations that govern the building industry in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Identify roles of participants in building industry
Students will be able to identify key roles and responsibilities of different participants involved in the New Zealand building industry.

Identify and evaluate building forms, functions, types and materials
Students will correctly identify common building forms, functions, construction types and materials and critically evaluate their quality and performance.
What You're Signing Up For
This course introduces building form and function, methods of construction and materials applicable to legislation in Aotearoa New Zealand. After completion, students will understand New Zealand building industry legislation, roles of the participants, identify and critically evaluate building forms, functions, construction types, materials, and interpret construction drawings and plans. Effective communication with stakeholders in the building industry is also covered.
Course Content
- Legislation regulating the building industry in Aotearoa New Zealand
- Roles of participants in the New Zealand building industry
- Common building forms, functions, construction types and materials
- Evaluation of quality and performance characteristics of building materials
- Interpretation and evaluation of construction drawings and plans
- Effective communication with consumers, building professionals, regulators and building trades

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Building and Construction

Future employment opportunities might be
Building industry roles
Construction management roles
Building compliance and regulation roles


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