CPD Bite Size

CPD Bite Size
Purpose of a Façade 

A clear, back‑to‑basics introduction to what a façade must achieve. This CPD covers the core performance drivers

CPD 1 Façade Types: Curtain Walling, Rainscreen, Brick‑Slip & Unitised Systems

Understand the full façade ecosystem in one high‑impact session.  

This CPD breaks down the four dominant façade typologies used across the UK market curtain walling, rainscreen cladding, brick‑slip systems and unitised/precast solutions. You’ll learn how each system performs, how they’re built, where they’re best applied, and the critical risks that drive specification decisions. Ideal for architects, contractors and developers who want clarity on system selection, interfaces, testing requirements and compliance. A perfect foundation module for anyone working in the London façade supply chain.

Bite Size CPD's £3.79

CPD 2 Legislation, Testing & Fire Compliance

Cut through the regulatory noise and understand what actually matters.  

This CPD covers the key legislation shaping today’s façade design: the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, CDM, UKCA/CE marking and the core British Standards that govern performance. CWCT testing, fire stopping principles, and the compliance checkpoints that determine whether a façade passes or fails. 

CPD 3 Loads, Drainage & Movement

The engineering fundamentals every façade professional must master.  

Wind loads, dead loads, deflection limits, drainage strategy and building movement all dictate whether a façade performs or fails. This CPD explains the essential calculations, design assumptions and movement behaviours that influence mullions, brackets, glazing, fixings and interfaces. Using simple formulas and real‑world examples, we show how to design for wind pressure, manage drainage paths and accommodate drift, sway and thermal expansion. Perfect for anyone who wants basic technical competence.