
Lectures and Talks
I have been preparing and hosting lectures and talks since 2022. For part of this time, I was a Senior Lecturer in Building Surveying at Sheffield Hallam University. I have also prepared and undertaken lectures for other organisations including:
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The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB)
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SY Ecofit and ACAN
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CPD for surveying practices
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Local Authorities
Some examples of previous lectures I have prepared and delivered:
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Drones and drone surveying
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Roofing defects and remedial works
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Fundamentals of building inspection
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Internal fabric
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Building pathology
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Moisture/damp and related issues
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Natural building materials
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Traditional building materials and techniques
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Introduction to conservation philosophy
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Planning, LBC and Conservation Areas
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Surveying traditionally constructed buildings
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Building works and upgrades
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The history of buildings
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Report writing
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Retrofit wrong
My lecture material is generally based on what I have encountered during the last 20 years working in the built environment.
The fees for preparation and hosting lectures vary depending on the lecture length, location and number of people in attendance. If you would like me to prepare and host a lecture for your organisation, please do contact me at surveying@simonhollis.com or on 07947 255 270 (do not use my email or phone number for marketing).










