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    OverviewAbout this course

    Join a dynamic industry and enhance your capabilities with the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building). Strengthen your skills in the building and construction industry and gain experience to move into supervisory roles. In this course you'll learn how to manage a construction site and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget, developing your leadership ability.

    This is a great course to grow your industry experience and knowledge to prepare for possible roles such as a builder, construction supervisor or estimator.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learn new skills

    Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:

    • Apply building codes and standards, legal requirements and structural principals
    • Prepare building sketches and drawings
    • Perform site surveys to set out a building site
    • Estimate and monitor costs
    • Schedule labour and materials
    • Manage project quality, risks, contracts and contractor performance

    Gain practical experience

    Build your experience and get practical skills in: 

    • Estimating costs
    • Sourcing building materials
    • Leading a team
    • Reading and interpreting plans and specifications
    • Selecting and preparing contracts

    Develop your professional confidence

    Develop the qualities you need to get ahead in this industry:

    • A passion for the building and construction industry
    • Strong leadership qualities
    • Excellent communication skills
    • The ability to solve problems
    • A keen eye for detail and accuracy
    • An interest in technical details
    • An aptitude for working with your hands
    • Good time management

    Career pathways

    This qualification could help you prepare for roles like:

    • Builder
    • General Foreperson
    • Construction Supervisor
    • Contracts Administrator
    • Estimator

    SuitabilityInternational entry requirements

    At TAFE NSW each course has entry requirements. These help us to make sure that your course choice is right for you and help determine your suitability for a course. We want you to be confident in your decision and successful in your studies.

    Fees and locationsStarting dates, course fees and locations

    As an international student, you can choose from a range of different courses, offered at various locations. Experience vibrant spaces, libraries, cafes and gyms, as well as places to make friends and socialise with other students.

    Additional costs

    Additional costs for uniforms, equipment, textbooks and materials (if applicable) range from $300 - $1,000 AUD per course.



    Structure and unitsWhat you will study

    At the start of your course, you will receive your timetable. You will need to study all core units and a range of additional units.


    To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in: 27 units of competency: 24 core units 3 elective units, a maximum of one unit, may be from any training package or accredited course

    Core units are the required units that you must complete.

    • Manage business riskBSBOPS504

    • Lead WHS risk managementBSBWHS513

    • Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildingsCPCCBC4001

    • Select, prepare and administer a construction contractCPCCBC4003

    • Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projectsCPCCBC4004

    • Produce labour and material schedules for orderingCPCCBC4005

    • Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projectSCPCCBC4008

    • Apply legal requirements to building and construction projectsCPCCBC4009

    • Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructionsCPCCBC4010

    • Read and interpret plans and specificationsCPCCBC4012

    PathwaysContinue your studies

    At TAFE NSW, you can develop your skills or build your expertise by studying a single course. You can also continue your studies with one of the following pathway options:


    Vocational study pathway

    Enrol in a range of TAFE NSW courses designed to help you kick-start your career and education goals. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.


    TAFE NSW degree pathway

    From certificates to diplomas, to a TAFE NSW degree, continue your studies with us to help build your success. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.


    TAFE NSW - university partnership pathways

    TAFE NSW has partnerships with a number of Australian universities. These universities offer guaranteed entry and credit transfer to eligible students. How much credit you are eligible for varies depending on the course and university you choose. You can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.


    Other university pathways

    You may gain entry to another university using your TAFE NSW qualifications. Acceptance and the amount of credit transfer may vary depending on the university and course studies. Check your credit eligibility.


    Keep learning with TAFE NSW

    Whatever your career ambitions, we will help you get there with a range of courses to develop your skills, build your knowledge and prepare you for work.

    TAFE NSW is here to create exceptional learner experiences and to support you on your study journey to make sure you achieve your goals.

    Explore your study options across a range of disciplines and talk to your TAFE NSW Education Agent or contact us.


    You are able to package two or more TAFE NSW courses together. This means you can plan your studies to achieve your career goals. When you apply for a TAFE NSW vocational pathway, you can apply for a Student Visa that will cover the duration of your study.


    ServicesCampus facilities and support services

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the resources, counselling and facilities to support you while you are studying.

    We offer a range of support services including: 

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service 
    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) support  
    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling, and Pathways Service 
    • Smarthinking – online access to a tutor 
    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource that offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills



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