Kingspan Digital Academy CPD Course: NCC Changes to Section J

This CPD presentation will deliver outcomes related to the Competency/s from the National Standard of Competency for Architects 2015 and 2021. It explain the concept of thermal bridging, condensation and how it forms, referencing NZS 4214, AS/NZS 4859 and their importance in the building envelope.

Architecture & Design Team

10 May 2024 • 1m read • View Author

This CPD presentation will deliver outcomes related to the Competency/s from the National Standard of Competency for Architects 2015 and 2021.

Learning Outcomes

Explain the concept of thermal bridging, condensation and how it forms, referencing NZS 4214, AS/NZS 4859 and their importance in the building envelope.
Describe the critical points of thermal bridging and condensation, and how to design to mitigate these.
Identify what type of structures and climates are prone to thermal bridging and condensation.
Outline why you would specify various types of insulation to achieve compliant building envelope.

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