Name and current year Liam, 1st year Where are you studying? Cronton College, Widnes Why did you choose an apprenticeship, instead of a day release course or learning on the job? It had the mix of being in a working environment and getting first-hand experience of practising new skills. It also allows me to further …
What is micro housing? Micro housing is small living spaces, which range in size, from 400 square feet to as little as 200 square feet. These spaces usually consist of one room (combining living room, bedroom, and kitchenette) with a separate area for a bathroom. Utilities are communal throughout the building. There is limited storage, …
What is modular construction? Modular construction is when a building is constructed away from the building site, usually in a factory, under controlled conditions in the same way as a conventional building, but in half the time. As they are prefabricated buildings consisting of repeated sections (thus the term modular), they are then transported to …
York, a beautiful city The city holds over 1900 years’ worth of history. A city built by the Romans and invaded by Vikings. York is home to iconic localities such as The Shambles, Clifford’s Tower, and York Minster. York Minster Archbishop Walter de Gray ordered the construction of a church, to rival Canterbury Cathedral. In …
What is a measured building survey? Measured building surveys are an accurate depiction of a building. These depictions illustrate all the structural elements and architectural features of the building. A measured building survey can show several different elements: External elevations show the outside façade of a building. All details are picked up and measured. The …
Architect: Richard Rogers – Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners Year built: 2008 What is Maggie’s? Maggie’s is a charity, offering help, advice, and a safe space for those suffering from cancer with the centres around the UK, and globally. Maggie’s does exceptional work. The first Maggie’s Centre opened in Edinburgh in 1996. Founder Maggie Keswick …
What is being done to prevent survey equipment from being stolen? The Survey Association (TSA) has allied with SmartWater to supply a detailed analysis report to help Police follow up on any incidences of stolen equipment. These reports help prevention of stolen survey equipment. This alliance has been ongoing since 2018 and is sponsored by …
What is the winter solstice? The Winter Solstice is the shortest day with the longest night each year in the Northern Hemisphere. It marks the official start of winter. But what does it mean? The Earth tilts at an angle where the sun appears at its lowest point. For many cultures, this is the ‘death’ of the sun, as the daylight is decreasing. However, when daylight …
Outsourcing work to India Various businesses throughout the UK and the world, are outsourcing work to India. Some companies depend on outsourcing their work, while others do it all in-house. It works for some and not for others, but don’t feel pressured into doing it because everyone else is. What is outsourcing? A definition of …
Working in a winter wonderland Our team was asked to provide the levels for a ditch near woodland. We had already conducted a topographic survey of the site, however the lay of the land looked very different when blanketed with a heavy layer of snow! Unsure whether they had stepped into Narnia, our team was …
