Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

CPC50220

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification reflects the role of building professionals who apply knowledge of structural principles, risk and financial management, estimating, preparing and administering building and construction contracts, selecting contractors, overseeing the work and its quality and managing construction work in building projects including residential and commercial with the following limitations:

  • Residential construction limited to National Construction Code Class 1 and 10 buildings to a maximum of 3 storeys.
  • Commercial construction limited to National Construction Code Class 2 to 9 buildings, Type C and B construction.

Occupational titles may include:

  • Builder
  • General Foreperson
  • Building Inspector

The construction industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment. To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have access to a live building and construction workplace to meet the requirements detailed in the Assessment Requirements of core unit CPCCBC4008 Supervise communication and administration processes for building and construction projects.

Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of unit CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Builder licensing varies across States and Territories and requirements additional to the attainment of this qualification may be required.

  • Financial help

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

  • On-the-job training

    • Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Qualification only:
      1–2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Classroom-based

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor Core
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings Core
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings Core
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction Core
Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects Core
Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects Core
Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions Core
Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to three storeys Core
Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects Core
Lead WHS risk management Core
Manage building and construction business finances Core
Manage business risk Core
Manage construction work Core
Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction Core
Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects Core
Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects Core
Prepare and evaluate tender documentation Core
Prepare simple building sketches and drawings Core
Produce labour and material schedules for ordering Core
Read and interpret plans and specifications Core
Select and manage building and construction contractors Core
Select, prepare and administer a construction contract Core
Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects Core
Supervise the planning of on-site building and construction work Core
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for large building projects Elective
Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building projects up to three storeys Elective
Conduct air monitoring and clearance inspections for asbestos removal work Elective
Develop action plans to retrofit existing buildings for energy efficiency Elective
Develop and implement asset management plans Elective
Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability Elective
Identify services layout and connection methods for Type B and C constructions Elective
Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry Elective
Manage energy efficient building methods and strategies Elective
Manage project quality Elective
Manage project stakeholder engagement Elective
Manage the application and monitoring of energy conservation and management practices and processes Elective
Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materials Elective

Job prospects

The Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Construction Project Manager

    ANZSCO 133111

    Construction Project Managers manage civil engineering and building projects.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Project Builder

    ANZSCO 133112

    Project Builders manage the construction, alteration and renovation of dwellings and other buildings.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Building Associate

    ANZSCO 312112

    Building Associates supervise construction sites, and organise and coordinate the material and human resources required.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

  • Building Inspector

    ANZSCO 312113

    Building Inspectors inspect buildings to ensure compliance with laws and regulations and advise on building requirements.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

  • Construction Estimator

    ANZSCO 312114

    Construction Estimators prepare and deliver estimates and cost plans for construction projects up to the tender settlement stage.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

Training providers delivering Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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