Poor construction quality and buildings that are cold or damp are a huge problem in New Zealand, in commercial real estate and private homes. There’s a need for engineering professionals who can conduct full and complete surveys before a sale, identify defects in new construction, and can recommend materials and design solutions for renovation projects.
Building surveying technologists specialise in defect recognition, maintenance and the care of built assets. They contribute to building design, refurbishment or alteration, and help resolve disputes between adjoining owners, landlords and tenants. To prepare you for this varied career, the Building Surveying Technology major covers technology, management, building design, law, professional practice and heritage buildings.
Subject to CUAP approval
Minimum entry requirements
Selection criteria
Interview may be required
Preferred school subjects
Digital Technologies, English, Technology
Year 1
This major shares some of the first year with the other majors in the Bachelor of Engineering Technology. You develop skills in essential construction technology and materials, as well as generic engineering skills.
Year 2
You become familiar with building lifecycle design, engineering and analysis. This year introduces multiple aspects of building surveying technology and resilience engineering. Papers this year also cover management, cost engineering and project management in construction.
Year 3
This year covers advanced construction and building surveying technology skills, including renovation engineering and building pathology. You also study further management topics and complete the compulsory integration specialisation project. You work as part of team, undertaking the role of a building surveying professional to develop building renovation and enhancement specifications and plans, working alongside students from other construction disciplines.