DETAILING COURSE

This topic introduces the different types of stairs and how their requirements vary based on the building class. It also covers the key compliance requirements outlined in the National Construction Code (NCC) and AS 1428.1, with a focus on ensuring safety, accessibility, and regulatory compliance in stair design and construction.

• Types of stairs covered in this topic are:

• Fire isolated stairs

• Public stairs & 

• Private stairs

Provides a summarized schedule detailing all components to be included in the stair details, along with references to relevant compliance requirements and other key considerations.

This topic introduces the different types of ramps used in accessible paths of travel. It focuses on key compliance requirements from the National Construction Code (NCC) and AS 1428.1, and provides guidance on calculating ramp lengths based on level differences.

Key Topics Covered:

• Overview of ramp requirements under the NCC and AS 1428.1

• Overview of walkway requirements under the NCC and AS 1428.1

• Types of ramps:

• Threshold ramps

• Kerb Ramps

• Step ramps

• General ramps

• Design considerations:

• Cross falls to ramps

• Minimum landing sizes and configurations

• Calculating ramp lengths based on level changes

Provides a summarized schedule detailing all components to be included in the ramp details, along with references to relevant compliance requirements and other key considerations.

This topic provides an overview of balustrades, handrails, and pool fences, focusing on compliance with the National Construction Code (NCC) and AS 1428.1. It explores how requirements vary based on application and location.

Key Topics Covered:

• Overview of NCC and AS 1428.1 requirements for:

• Balustrades

• Handrails

• Pool fences

• Location-based compliance considerations:

• Fire-isolated stairs

• Public stairs

• Private stairs

• Balconies, roof decks, and similar elevated areas

• Swimming pool fencing and safety requirements

Provides a summarized schedule detailing all components to be included in the ramp details, along with references to relevant compliance requirements and other key considerations.

This course provides a practical, step-by-step exploration of brick façades with lightweight metal roofing, covering typical junctions and detailing required for regulatory compliance.
What you’ll learn:

• How to detail and inspect façade junctions for compliance

• Key obligations under the National Construction Code (NCC)

• How AS 3700, AS 4773.1, AS 2047, AS 3660.1, AS 4654.2 and AS 2870 apply in practice

Summarised schedule of all components for the brick façade with lightweight metal roofing, including key compliance requirements and considerations.

This course provides a practical, step-by-step exploration of blockwork façades with suspended roof slab, covering typical junctions and detailing required for regulatory compliance.
What you’ll learn:

• How to detail and inspect façade junctions for compliance

• Key obligations under the National Construction Code (NCC)

• How AS 3700, AS 4773.1, AS 2047, AS 3660.1, AS 4654.2 and AS 2870 apply in practice
  

Provides a summarized schedule detailing all components to be included in the Blockwork Façade section with a suspended slab roof, along with references to relevant compliance requirements and other key considerations.

This topic provides an in-depth introduction to various types of internal and external threshold details, highlighting how their design and construction requirements differ based on factors such as accessibility standards, waterproofing location, termination height requirements, tile thickness, and more.

It also examines key compliance requirements as outlined in the National Construction Code (NCC) and AS 4654.2.

External Threshold Details Covered:

• Threshold detail with set-down

• Flush threshold detail using pedestals (for accessibility)

• Flush threshold detail with linear drain (for accessibility)

• Threshold detail incorporating a threshold ramp (for accessibility)

Internal Threshold Details Covered:

• Threshold transitions between adjacent spaces with differing floor materials, including when set-downs are required

• Wet area set-downs with waterproofing applied directly to the slab

Provides a summarized schedule detailing all components to be included in the threshold details, along with references to relevant compliance requirements and other key considerations.