Building Surveying

This Building Surveying course covers essential surveying concepts from the ground up—literally. Starting with the basics, it moves through the procedures, equipment, and key structural elements such as foundations, walls, floors, and roofs. Whether it's a crack in a wall or the nuances of chimney construction, everything's here—neatly layered, logically ordered.

You’ll also explore interior finishes, service assessments, and those all-important legal considerations. Finally, the art of writing structured building reports brings it all together. Each module is crafted to deliver clarity without the noise—just what you need to get acquainted with buildings inside and out.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand equipment and steps used in building surveying processes.
• Learn structural elements including walls, floors, roofs and chimneys.
• Explore surface finishes and internal service system considerations.
• Recognise important reporting formats used in surveying assessments.
• Study building foundation types and their basic requirements.
• Identify legal aspects related to building inspections and surveys.

Who is this Course For:

• Individuals interested in structured learning about building surveying.
• Beginners seeking knowledge in housing and construction elements.
• Those curious about walls, chimneys, and interior finishes.
• Learners wanting clarity on survey tools and procedures.
• Facilities officers reviewing structural features and assessments.
• Career changers eyeing roles in property and inspections.
• Technical assistants aiming to support survey-related documentation.
• Maintenance staff needing to recognise survey-related issues.

Career Path:

• Building Surveyor – £45,000 average salary
• Property Inspector – £34,000 average salary
• Housing Officer – £29,000 average salary
• Surveying Technician – £28,000 average salary
• Facilities Manager – £42,000 average salary
• Technical Report Writer – £33,000 average salary