Bathroom Planning
What’s this course about?
Have you often wondered what it would be like to be a designer or had an unrealised creative dream? Well, this course is ideal for those with an interest in bathroom design but are not ready to study to be a professional. Learning from industry experts, you will discover the common bathroom layouts, practicalities of planning a functional bathroom space, benefits of allocating safety set down space and many industry tips and guidelines that professional designers incorporate when they design a bathroom. This course is the perfect introduction for those not wanting to make the leap into bathroom design as an occupation but want the inside knowledge.
Who would do this course?
- sales consultants who sell product to end users (e.g. tile shop, plumbing suppliers etc)
- product specifiers and industry sales representatives who sell products to the design industry
- home owners or renovators who have an interest in bathroom planning
Delivery and Duration
Online and self paced – 20 hours (Once you have commenced you can access support for 4 weeks to complete the course).
If you are interested in completing this course prior to the Certificate IV in Kitchen and Bathroom Design, please contact us to find out how you use this for credit.
Cost inc GST
$990.00
COURSE OUTLINE
Module 1: Defining the room layout
- Reading an interpreting orthographic drawings including, plans and elevations
- The 5 most popular bathroom shapes
- Understanding the benefits of each room layout
- Evaluating the best room layout in the available space
Module 2: Fixtures, fittings and equipment
- Fixtures and fittings in bathrooms, including common sizes
- Navigating the technology available
- Other equipment used in the bathroom
Module 3: Work zones
- Introduction to the function zones in bathrooms
- Understanding the purpose and objective for each function zone
- Clearances and safety requirements in the planning process
Module 4: Storage solutions
- Options for storage including shelving, cabinets, drawers etc
- Investigating hardware and accessories to improve storage solutions
Module 5: Liveable housing, ergonomics and changing needs
- Introduction and application of Liveable Housing Guidelines in bathrooms
- Best practice ergonomics in bathrooms
- Considering future needs
| Learning Resources | Online and downloadable |
|---|---|
| Student Resources | Computer with Microsoft Office or equivalent |
| Trainers | Experienced and qualified designers with broad skills and knowledge in design and the home improvement sector |
| Support and advice | Phone and email throughout the course |
| Projects and feedback | Trainers will give written feedback, which may include general guidance and industry tips and tricks |
| Dates | Anytime. We will contact you within 1 business day of registration to organise access to course resources |
| Certificate of participation | Available for all students who submit a project |
