TOPNZ/BRANZ Weathertight Design
Course details
| NZQF Level | 4 |
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About the course
Gain a fundamental understanding of the principles of weathertight design.
Our Weathertight Design course will provide you with a fundamental understanding of the principles of weathertight design. It will also inform and update you on the latest building code and standards, in particular Clause E2 - External Moisture.
On successful completion of this course, participants will be able to understand factors to consider when designing a weathertight building (eg most suitable materials to use) including:
- the most likely entry points for water
- how to safely dry out a leaky building and keep it dry and ventilated
- the legislative requirements for designing weathertight buildings
- building consent and application processes and procedures
- different NZ building styles
- home owner maintenance responsibilities
Background knowledge of the building and construction industry is recommended.
Please note: towards the end of the course, participants will be required to complete a multichoice assessment.
Entry requirements
This programme has open entry.
About the provider
Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level.
Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.
All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.
Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.
It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.