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National code: CPC50220 | CRICOS Code: 104673E
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
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.
English Language Requirements:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent
Additional Requirements:
- Successfully complete the General Induction Training (White Card) which will allow you entry into a construction worksite.
TAFE NSW makes every effort to ensure your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs are met. The level of support you need may be assessed via a review of your LLN skills with written tasks and a one-on-one interview. If you need to strengthen your LLN skills, an individual training plan will be created with you.
To be prepared for this course, it is recommended that you have:
- Excellent organisational abilities to coordinate construction
- Great problem solving skills
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
The qualification meets one of the requirements for a NSW Fair Trading Contractor Licence (Building). Please visit Fair Trading NSW for all licensing requirements.
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.
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Nirimba | Feb, Jul | $23,500 AUD |
| Ultimo | Feb, Jul | $23,500 AUD |
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Granville | Feb | $24,440 AUD |
| Nirimba | Feb, Jul | $24,440 AUD |
| Ultimo | Feb, Jul | $24,440 AUD |
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 ordering CPCCBC4005
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 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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