Diploma of Building and Construction
CPC50220 | CRICOS COURSE CODE 120642A
Diploma
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.
📌 Core Knowledge & Skills
Core Knowledge
- Structural principles for residential and commercial construction
- Building codes and standards across Class 1, 2–9, Type B and C buildings
- Legal obligations and contract administration in construction
- Risk management, cost control and business finance
- Workplace health and safety legislation and compliance
- Environmental management practices in construction
- Interpretation of construction plans and specifications
Core Skills
- Manage and supervise onsite building and construction work
- Prepare and evaluate tender and contract documentation
- Select and manage subcontractors
- Monitor project costing and financial systems
- Lead teams and manage workplace safety
- Apply site survey and set-out procedures
- Prepare building sketches and drawings
- Manage environmental and quality systems on construction projects
Career Opportunities
Builder
General Foreperson
Building Inspector
To view outcomes about employment prospects for this qualification see
To whom is this course recommended?
Recommended for individuals seeking a career in building and construction management, site supervision, or project coordination.
Study Pathway
Once students have successfully completed CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), they can work as a supervisor in the construction industry.
Further study pathways include:
- CPC50320 Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
- Higher Education programs with other education providers within the Building and Construction sector, subject to meeting entry requirements of the intended qualification.
Entry Requirement
Students must:
- Be 18 years of age or above at the date of enrolment
- Have successfully completed Australian Year 12 or equivalent, or be of mature age with adequate LLN and Digital skills
- Demonstrate an IELTS score of at least 6.0 (or equivalent), with test results no more than 2 years old; OR demonstrate completion of General English at Upper Intermediate level; OR pass an Abbey College Australia English proficiency entry test
- Have a suitable level of LLN and Digital to complete course requirements
- Be a proficient user of advanced calculators
- Have access to a computer and the internet
- Have access to an active building and construction site
Qualification units
Tuition Fee
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