An introduction to house building - standard house

Technical courses

Non-technical

From £265 +VAT

Overview

To give delegates a good understanding of new home construction with a particular focus on construction methods and technologies. This includes the ‘fabric first’ approach to energy efficiency in new homes but also includes low and zero carbon technologies such as heat pump, solar photovoltaic and solar thermal installations.

Course details

Who should attend

This course is for any Non–technical staff, particularly Customer Services and Sales staff, who may attend site but are not usually involved in site activities.

What you will learn

The basics of the home-building process
An introduction to the requirements and regulations for new homes, including how they have changed in recent years
A look at the main build stages - foundations, substructure, drains, superstructure - walls, floors and roofs, roof coverings, first fix, plastering, second fix, finishes and external works
Energy efficient construction methods and airtightness
Mechanical ventilation and heat recovery installations
A review of the more common low and zero carbon technologies

Why choose NHBC?

Learn the main build stages of house building

Have an awareness of house building through a review of the main build stages.
Develop knowledge of the requirements and regulations

Develop knowledge of the requirements and regulations for new homes with a focus on how they have changed over the years.
Learn about mechanical ventilation and heat recovery installations

Have an understanding of mechanical ventilation and heat recovery installations with Zero Carbon Technologies.

Pricing

COURSE TYPE	PRICES	MAX ATTENDEES
In-company	£1,905	16
In-company (virtual)	£1,810	14
Open	£285	16
Open (virtual)	£265	14

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1 Day - From £265 + VAT

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1 Day - from £1,810 + VAT

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Course factsheet

Below, you'll find the course factsheet detailing the outline and aims, programme breakdown, and overview of the course content.

An Introduction to house building factsheet (PDF, 0.08mb)

Megan Edwards, Sales Executive, Countryside Properties

"So good! Anyone new to construction should be put on this course straight away."

Leanne Baker, Sales & Marketing Assistant, Osprey Homes Ltd

"I found Sophie very helpful and she was very informative. I found the training course excellent and has filled me with lots of knowledge and understanding. I would highly recommend this course and would definitely attend another one in the future."

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