There are two streams to this course :
- CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) Experienced
- CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) Standard
Enquire now to speak to an educational consultant to know which stream will be more suitable for you.
- This fee-for-service program is not eligible for government funding
- This course is only applicable to those already employed in the Building & Construction industry
Course Overview
Tackle bigger and more rewarding challenges with our CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building).
If you feel you’re ready to tackle bigger and more rewarding challenges and start your own building business, then our Diploma building courses will help get you there.
Throughout the course, you will learn the professional skills and knowledge required for the management, supervision and administration of residential, industrial and commercial building projects up to three stories.
We can offer you a Diploma of Building and Construction online or in-person, whether you’re in Melbourne or elsewhere in Australia. Our flexible learning environments grant you the skills you need to excel whilst instructing you on how to supervise and manage construction work.
Campus Locations
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Project supervisor
- Building manager
- Site supervisor
- Estimator
- Project manager
- Foreperson
What You'll Learn
Among other things, you’ll learn how to:
- Apply, monitor and supervise construction work for medium rise building projects
- Identify, produce and monitors costs for building and construction projects
- Recruit and manage staff and building and construction contractors
- Supervise and apply quality standards
Recognition
Study Method
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Locations
- Victoria
- Melbourne
Duration and Study Load
Your study will be part-time two nights per week and run between 45- 58 weeks depending on your level of experience in the industry. You will be expected to commit to 7 hours of allocated class time and up to 8 hours or more of assessment completion outside of class each week.
Delivery
We can offer you a Diploma of Building and Construction online through our virtual classroom or in-person depending on your location and requirements.
Entry Requirements
Standard: No entry requirements
Experienced: Must have at least 5 years of current Australian Building and Construction experience or a CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Professional Recognition
Licensing bodies in NSW, VIC and WA recognise this as an approved qualification for domestic registration and licensing purposes.
The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) also recognise this as an approved qualification for commercial registration and licensing purposes.
Assessment
Assessment combines classroom participation, observation, practical and written presentation and self-paced exercises online in the students’ own time. They will also be assessed on the development of a portfolio of evidence throughout the duration of the course.
Subjects
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a generic approach to identify hazards, and to assess and control occupational health and safety (OHS) risks.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage quality within projects.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage risk within a project to avoid adverse effects on project outcomes.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to access, interpret and apply relevant building codes and standards applicable to the construction processes of residential and low rise commercial buildings.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select and prepare appropriate construction contracts, including the sections, clauses and conditions for low rise construction projects.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to establish the estimated costs associated with the acquisition of materials and labour on building and construction sites, together with the application of relevant overhead costs and margins.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply structural principles to the erection or demolition of low rise residential structures using conventional methods.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to evaluate contract specifications and information and to prepare tender documents associated with projects in the building and construction industries.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to access, interpret and apply relevant building codes and standards applicable to the construction processes of medium rise commercial and wide span buildings.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to monitor building or construction costing systems.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to manage construction work and/or projects, which may involve fulfilling single or multi-site commercial contractual obligations.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply structural principles to the building of medium rise buildings.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake financial management within a work team in an organisation. This includes planning and implementing financial management approaches, supporting team members whose role involves aspects of financial operations, monitoring and controlling finances, and reviewing and evaluating effectiveness of financial management processes in line with the financial objectives of the work team and the organisation.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to supervise the planning process and organisation of on-site building or construction work projects up to and including medium rise commercial and wide span buildings.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to run a business operation and covers the steps required to develop and implement a business plan.
It applies to individuals who are running an organisation or who take a senior role in determining the effective functioning and success of the organisation. As such, they may oversee the work of a number of teams and other managers.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to supervise the systems through which materials are selected, acquired and stored on site for building or construction work up to and including medium rise projects.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to administer the legal obligations of a building or construction contractor, including obligations as either party to a contract.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to identify drawings, specifications and requirements for services in a range of medium rise and wide span commercial projects.
It requires an ability to identify and evaluate differing methods and services in accordance with building regulations and standards.
About Builders Academy Australia
Builders Academy Australia is part of the Simonds Group which includes Simonds Homes, one of Australia’s 4th largest builder of detached housing in Australia and Victoria’s largest. This allows great insight into employee and industry focused educational delivery with an emphasis on the importance of meeting industry needs.
Based on the principle of “builders training builders”, BAA draws on its deep connections to Simonds Homes and with this close industry link, BAA provides the highest quality curriculum and training services to prepare graduates for today’s competitive workforce.
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