Course Curriculum

Module 01: Building Survey: An Introduction 00:46:00
Module 01 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 02: Building Law Principles 00:29:00
Module 02 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 03: Building Procurement and Contract Administration 00:51:00
Module 03 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 04: Building Information Modelling 00:34:00
Module 04 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 05: Building Technology 00:32:00
Module 05 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 06: The Procedure of Building Survey and Surveys of Historic Buildings 00:21:00
Module 06 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 07: Beginning of the Survey: Foundation and In-depth Survey in Walls 00:23:00
Module 07 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 08: Ground Level Investigation: Floors and Investigation Above the Ground: Roofs and Chimneys 00:25:00
Module 08 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 09: Inspection of Joinery and Woodwork 00:22:00
Module 09 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 10: Finishes and Surfaces of the Building 00:17:00
Module 10 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 11: Services Inspection 00:17:00
Module 11 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 12: Building Pathology 00:23:00
Module 12 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 13: Building Adaption 00:37:00
Module 13 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 14: Understanding Work Breakdown Structure 00:14:00
Module 14 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 15: Report Writing 00:18:00
Module 15 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Module 16: Legal Aspects 00:18:00
Module 16 Final Quiz Exam – Building Surveyor Training 00:10:00
Recommended Readings – Building Surveyor Training 1 week, 1 day
Optional Assignment – Building Surveyor Training 1 week, 1 day
Learner Feedback 00:00:00

Course Overview

The Building Surveyor Training course introduces the key skills needed to inspect buildings and assess their condition. First, you will explore different types of property surveys and learn how surveyors plan inspections. You will also discover how to identify building defects, assess damage and check safety concerns.

Next, this online building surveying course explains external inspections, contracts, fees and professional report writing. In addition, you will learn what to examine during a property inspection and how to record your findings clearly. Therefore, the course is ideal for beginners who want to understand building surveying and explore career opportunities within the property sector.

Learning Outcome

  • Gain a solid understanding of the role and responsibilities of a building surveyor
  • Familiarise with the building survey checklist and the stages involved in inspecting the condition of a property
  • Learn about the different types of surveys and what checks are included in each one
  • Develop the essential skills and knowledge required to become a qualified building surveyor
  • Understand the work that goes into ground level and above ground level investigations
  • Know what to look for when inspecting a property for defects and the safety regulations involved

Course design

The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace.

You are taught through a combination of

  • Video lessons
  • Online study materials

Certificate of Achievement

Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme

After successfully completing this course, learners will be able to order an endorsed certificate as proof of their new achievement. Endorsed certificates can be ordered and get delivered to your home by post for only £109. There is an additional £10 postage charge for international students.

IAO Accredited Certification from Cambridge Open Academy

After successfully completing the MCQ assessment of this course, you will qualify for the IAO Accredited Certificate from Cambridge Open Academy, as proof of your continued professional development. Certification is available in PDF format, at the cost of £9, or a hard copy can be sent to you via post, at the cost of £15.

Endorsement

This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

Assessment

To simplify the procedure of evaluation for learners, we provide an automated assessment system. Upon completion of an online module, you will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test. The results will be evaluated instantly, and the score displayed for your perusal. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%. However, if you fail, you can always retake the exam for £3.99.

Why study this course

If you’re an existing practitioner, this course will enhance your expertise and boost your CV with key skills.

The Diploma in Building Surveyor Training course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. All you need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of the English language, numeracy and IT, and to be over the age of 16.

Career path

On successful completion of this course, learners will have the fundamental skills and knowledge to kickstart a career in building surveying, with the potential to earn a high salary. Related professions in this field include:

  • Chartered Building Surveyor
  • Apprentice Building Surveyor
  • Assistant Quantity Surveyor 
  • Project Surveyor

Certification:​

Once you have successfully completed this course, you can order a certificate as proof of your achievement.

A PDF certificate is available for £5.99. You can also request a hardcopy certificate for £9.99.

Delivery of the hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. For international learners, an additional delivery charge will apply based on the destination country.

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