We run a number of different technical courses - topics vary each year. If you're
after a specific subject, you might like to consider arranging a
bespoke course.
View events by date on the events page
here.
The Repair of Old Buildings
- Spring 2009
- 11th - 16th May 2009 (FULLY BOOKED)
- Autumn 2009
- 28th September - 3rd October 2009
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Lime Courses
for building contractors:
More Lime courses to be announced soon... |
CPD - Technical Days
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CPD - Short Events
More CPD Afternoon's to be announced soon...
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Six Day Repair Course
THE REPAIR OF OLD BUILDINGS: A COURSE OF LECTURES AND VISITS
11th - 16th May 2009 (Mon - Sat) Spring Repair Course 2009 (FULLY BOOKED)
28th September - 3rd October 2009 (Mon - Sat) Autumn Repair Course 2009
The Society’s Repair Course has been run annually since 1950 and is now held
twice a year. The course is intended for architects, surveyors, structural engineers,
planners, conservation officers, builders and craftsmen. It is likely to meet
Continuing Professional Development requirements for architects and surveyors.
The object of the course is to illustrate by lectures and practical examples
the manner in which the conservative repair of old buildings can be achieved.
The methods demonstrated include those evolved and proved by the Society over
almost 130 years. The lecturers are all practising architects or other experts
with long experience of this type of work.
Subjects covered are likely to include:
- Principles of Repair and Conservation
- Damp
- Lime - the Material and its Use in Repair
- Traditional Masonry
- Surfaces and Finishes
- Structural Repair - an Engineer's View
Conservation of Historic Ironwork
- Plasters and Renders - Repair and Conservation
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- Various Case Studies
- Site Visits
- Services in Historic Buildings
- Timber Frame Construction & Repair
- Roofs
- Costing Historic Building Work
- Conservation and Repair of Stone and Brickwork
- Timber - Its Nature, Decay and Treatment
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The format of the two courses will be the same, though there may be minor changes
in timetable & lectures.
Venue: The lectures are held at the Society’s offices at 37 Spital Square, London E1
- near Liverpool Street Station. Accommodation in London is not provided.
Accessibility: Delegates who may require special access requirements should contact the Education
department before booking.
Tour & Site Visits: A central part of the course will be visits to buildings under repair. As well
as site visits in the London area for afternoon trips, there will be a 2 day tour
(normally Wednesday and Thursday) to a different region of the country. Course
members will need to be able to climb scaffolding on some sites. Accommodation
on the Wednesday night is arranged as part of the tour. Hard hats will be provided,
but we ask that you come prepared with stout footwear and suitable clothing.
The fee for the course includes lectures and relevant papers, morning coffee,
afternoon tea, and coach travel for site visits. It also covers the 2-day tour,
including overnight accommodation, transport, insurance and meals when travelling.
Booking Conditions:
A booking is only confirmed on receipt of a booking form and a non-refundable
deposit of £100, or the full course fee. If just a deposit is made, the balance
is due no later than 4 weeks before the start of the course, after which the place
may be offered to another delegate. No refunds will be made for bookings cancelled
after that date. Cancellations must be confirmed in writing.
Fee: £710
A limited number of bursaries are available. For more information please telephone
0207 456 0915, or email claire@spab.org.uk
The course is VAT-exempt.
Please print off and return the Booking Form for
2008 or
2009 or
Book Online at the end of this web page.
CPD Day: Panel Infillings to Timber-Framed Buildings (FULLY BOOKED)
This technical course follows directly on from our Somerset Regional Group Course
on Repair & Conservation of Historic Timber Frames (see below for more details). By concentrating on panel infills and with the aid of practical demonstrations
from one of the country’s leading timber framing specialists we hope to highlight
their history, sympathetic repair and investigate any new developments such as
hemp panels, light earth etc, that can not only provide breathability but greater
thermal efficiency for old and new buildings.
Date: Tuesday 23rd June
Time: 9am-5pm
Cost: £100
Venue: Chiltern Open Air Museum, Buckinghamshire
CPD Hours: 5
CPD Day: Traditional Lead Paint: Issues & Alternatives
With the probable disappearance of paints containing White Lead, this
Conference will address the problems facing those responsible for the
protection and maintenance of historic and listed buildings. Whilst
Lead paints have long been a mainstay for external protection and
decoration, recent changes in European legislation may mean that they
will no longer be available. The Conference, which will include
international speakers, will look at alternative “traditional” coatings
such as Scandinavian linseed oil paints as well as modern water-borne
alternatives.
Please contact Claire Martin on:
Claire@spab.org.uk or 0207 456 0915
for booking information
Date: Monday 12th October
Time: 9am-5pm
Cost: £100
Venue: St Sepulchre – without – Newgate, 10 Giltspur, Holborn Viaduct,
London
CPD Hours: 5
CPD Afternoon: The Importance of Historic Plain Glazing
The importance of historic plain glazing is all too often forgotten when considering
a window repair or replacement. In these energy conscious times when double glazing
replacements seems to many the obvious choice we hope to redress the balance by
highlighting the history, repair and future for historic glazing in traditional
windows that are fit for the 21st century. Conservation Building Surveyor, Robin
Miller will give an hour lecture and will answer questions on the subject during
the open forum session.
Date: Tuesday 10th November
Time: 1pm-5pm
Cost: £40 (price includes a copy of the Technical Pamphlet)
Venue: SPAB, 37 Spital Square, London, E1
CPD Hours: 1
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