Course Syllabus
Introduction to Building Surveying
Introduction to building surveying works
Scope of Building Surveyor
The role and duties of building surveyor
Types of survey
Checklist in preparing for a survey
Requirements of buildings
Method of Investigation
Surveying tools and equipment – Non Destructive Test (NDT)
(Hygrometer Test, Moisture Meter, Digital Caliper, Sound Level Meters, Laser Distance)
Visual recording technique
Condition Survey Procedure
Defect indication plan (based on measured
drawing)
Typical categories of building failures
Identification of Building Defects
Introduction on Building Defects
Types of defect
Nature of building defects
Description of building defects
Introduction to building surveying works
Scope of Building Surveyor
The role and duties of building surveyor
Types of survey
Checklist in preparing for a survey
Requirements of buildings
Method of Investigation
Surveying tools and equipment – Non Destructive Test (NDT)
(Hygrometer Test, Moisture Meter, Digital Caliper, Sound Level Meters, Laser Distance)
Visual recording technique
Condition Survey Procedure
Defect indication plan (based on measured
drawing)
Typical categories of building failures
Identification of Building Defects
Introduction on Building Defects
Types of defect
Nature of building defects
Description of building defects
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1 : What is Building Inspection?
A1 : The building inspection report is a written account of the property's condition. It will include any significant building defects or problems such as rising damp, movement in the walls (cracking), safety hazards or a faulty roof.
A1 : The building inspection report is a written account of the property's condition. It will include any significant building defects or problems such as rising damp, movement in the walls (cracking), safety hazards or a faulty roof.