Guides: Subject Guide: Building and Construction Trades: Journals/Databases

Building and Construction Trades - Journals and Databases

Databases
The library maintains various databases and online resources listed below. Should any of these services request a username and password please use your TAFE Account unless otherwise noted.

Training Video Collections

Kanopy - thousands of training videos and documentaries
Safetyhub - a range of Occupational Health and Safety videos
ClickView - hundreds of training videos and recorded TV programs

Journal Article Databases

Ebsco Database - a journal article database: subject areas include Automotive, Business, Computing, Education, Environment, Medical, Reference, Social Sciences
Proquest Central - a journal article database: subject areas include Accounting, Banking, Business, Careers, Computing, Economics, Education, Finance, Health, Medical, Religion, Science and Telecommunications

ebook Collections

EBSCO eBooks - hundreds of ebooks on a wide range of topics

Standards and Codes

Australian Standards - on-line access to electronic Australian Standards, including a selection of ISO and IEC standards. Single license only – please logout as soon as you have finished
NCC - Australian Building Codes Board - Online access to the National Construction Codes – building regulations by all States and Territories (students and staff need to register individually on this website for online access. TAFE login is not required)
Cordell Information - Project information designed to assist individuals and businesses who put estimates together.
Chemwatch - MSDS and Chemicals Management information

Print Journals

View our range of Building and Construction Trades Print Journals at your campus Library

Australian House and Garden

A magazine focusing on design, decorating, landscaping and renovation.

Available at: Albany Campus, Bunbury Campus

ReNew

Technologies for environmentally sustainable building design.

Available at: A lbany Campus, Bunbury Campus

Sanctuary

An Australian magazine dedicated to sustainable house design.

Available at: Bunbury Campus

Sustainability Matters

Focusing on sustainability in industry for water, energy efficiency, resource recovery and waste management.

Available at: Albany Campus

ePublications

Get the latest in magazines, journals and newsletters delivered to your inbox for free.

To subscribe email us at library.albany@srtafe.wa.edu.au including your name, SRTAFE ID number and list of titles you want to subscribe to.

Only current South Regional TAFE Staff and Students can subscribe.

You can unsubscribe at any time by replying to the ePublication stating you no longer wish to receive it.

View our range of Building and Construction Trades journals below or view our full list of ePublications on our ePublications page.

Architecture Australia
Frequency: Bimonthly
Subject: Residential Drafting
Description: If you want to be up to date with the best built works and the issues that matter, then Architecture Australia is for you. Its commissioned contributors are independent, highly respected practitioners, architectural thinkers and design commentators and each article is supported by images from leading architectural photographers.
Australian Plumbing
Frequency: Quarterly
Subject: Plumbing
Description: Looks at a broad range of Australian plumbing industry issues - topics can relate to anything from information on new technologies and changes to government policies, codes and regulations, to business advice, sustainability and the environment.
Australian Welding
Frequency: Quarterly
Subject: Welding
Description: The magazine of the Welding Technology Institute of Australia, serving Australia’s welding, fabrication and manufacturing industry professionals. Our news and industry perspective is essential for working smarter, more creatively and more effectively within welding, fabrication and manufacturing. The magazine provides a medium for the publication of technical information and views on the latest processes, products and services.
Australian Wood Review
Frequency: Quarterly
Subject: Carpentry & Joinery
Description: Australia’s premier woodworking and woodcraft magazine. Step-by-step projects and articles on technique for all skill levels offer up to date knowledge on designing, joining, carving, turning, decorating and finishing wood. Each issue includes reviews of all the essential hand and power tools and machinery, specialist fittings and products that woodworkers need to successfully complete projects.
Australian Woodworking Industry Suppliers Association Magazine
Frequency: Quarterly
Subject: Carpentry and Joinery
Description: The AWISA Magazine is published quarterly and covers business and technical issues that affect the woodworking industry, and provides members with a means of disseminating information about their products.
Building Connection
Frequency: Bimonthly
Subject: Building Construction
Description: Primarily targeting the small builder it provides the market with independent, well-researched technical advice and provides the industry with a central source for keeping up to date with news and product releases.
Construction Engineering Australia
Frequency: Bimonthly
Subject: Civil Engineering
Description: From the largest construction and infrastructure projects through to smaller civil works and engineering projects, CEA magazine delivers the latest in local and international news and views, together with the latest developments in construction materials and methodologies, project features, technical papers, company profiles and product reviews.
Gas and Plumbing Focus
Frequency: Quarterly
Subject: Building and Construction
Description: Provides gas and plumbing technical, regulatory and safety information, including details of new and amended legislation and standards.
Highway Engineering Australia
Frequency: Bimonthly
Subject: Civil Engineering
Description: HEA magazine provides high quality, informative and relevant content covering all aspects of road and transport infrastructure planning, construction, pavement design, management and maintenance from across Australia and around the world since 1968.
Houses
Frequency: Bimonthly
Subject: House & Garden
Description: For the architect, designer, home owner, home builder or anyone simply interested in the best residential design, every issue of Houses tells the story of inspirational homes, their surrounds and the products that complete them. You’ll also meet some of the creative people who designed them and keep up with the latest design trends and issues.
Intersect
Frequency: Quarterly
Subject: Building design
Description: From Design Matters National, the leading professional body for building designers and related industry professionals, this magazine concentrates on better design and sustainability across the built environment, and works closely with federal, state and local government to ensure the quality of building design is maintained at the highest professional and ethical standards.
Landscape Architecture Australia
Frequency: Quarterly
Subject: Residential Drafting
Description: An authoritative and contemporary record of landscape architecture, urban design and land-use planning in Australia, presenting independent reviews of public, commercial and residential work, plus commissioned comment on contemporary issues.
Metalworking World Magazine
Frequency: Bimonthly
Subject: Metalworking
Description: A magazine covering all aspects of metalworking including 3D printing technology, die casting, laser cutting, machine tools, machining, milling, robotics, sheet metalworking, stainless steel and welding.
Plumbing Connection
Frequency: Fortnightly
Subject: Plumbing
Description: A newsletter dedicated to helping Australian plumbers and manufacturers to understand emerging trends, technologies and opportunities that the market has to offer. Keep up to date with new product releases and industry news.
Practical Machinist
Frequency: Weekly
Subject: Metalworking
Description: The most visited site for metalworking professionals, Practical Machinist is the easiest way to learn new techniques, get answers quickly and discuss common challenges with your peers.
ReNew : Technology for a Sustainable Future
Frequency: Quarterly
Subject: Building
Description: Australia’s premier magazine on practical sustainable living. Each quarterly issue of ReNew features the latest in sustainable building practice, alternative fuels and the latest renewable energy technology such as solar, wind, micro-hydro and geothermal. Comprehensive articles and DIY stories provide practical information for you to use around your home.
Sanctuary
Frequency: Quarterly
Subject: Architecture
Description: Australia’s premier magazine dedicated to sustainable house design. Sanctuary features the work of Australia’s leading environmental architects and designers and provides a wealth of ideas and practical advice on how to make your home more sustainable, no matter what your budget.
Weld Connect
Frequency: Monthly
Subject: Welding
Description: The e-newsletter of the WTIA, serving Australia’s welding, fabrication and manufacturing industry professionals. Offering authoritative insight and proven ideas on global and domestic issues through a distinctly Australian perspective, Weld Connect links all facets of industry, inspires and educates.
Woodworker’s Journal
Frequency: Bimonthly
Subject: Carpentry and Joinery
Description: America’s leading woodworking authority, Woodworker’s Journal is the magazine for people who love to work with wood. Woodworkers of any skill level will find top-tier plans to build great projects, expert reviews of woodworking tools, and a ton of woodworking tips and techniques.