Course Summary
Course Category: CAO (Higher Education - HET)
Students will develop the skills required to support the building surveying industry, including evaluating the design, specifications, and performance of buildings. The topics used to build this expertise include; BIM, CAD, Building Refurbishment, Materials Performance and Building Surveys.
Course Details
What will you study?
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Construction Technology Materials Technology Measured Surveys Design Creativity Built Environment Communications
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Further Research
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Career Progression
Future Careers: Building Surveyor, Commercial/Residential Surveyor, Planning and Development Surveyor.
