Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

CPC50220- 118313C

Diploma of Building and
Construction (Building)

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Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) Genesis International College

Course Information

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.

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Course Details

Duration of Course: 54 Weeks (6 weeks of Term Break included)

Intakes: Ongoing

Delivery Mode: Classroom/Virtual Classroom (20 hours per week)

Tuition Fee: $22,000*

Application Fees: $500 

Material Fees: $3,000

Estimated Total Fees: $25,500

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Course Outline

To be awarded the CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) qualification, learners must be deemed competent in 27units of competency, including 24 core units and 3 elective units.

Core Units
BSBOPS504 Manage risk
BSBWHS513 Lead WHS risk management
CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings
CPCCBC4003 Select, prepare, and administer a construction contract
CPCCBC4004 Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4005 Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
CPCCBC4008 Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4009 Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions
CPCCBC4012 Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCBC4013 Prepare and evaluate tender documentation
CPCCBC4014 Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
CPCCBC4018 Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects
Core Units
CPCCBC4053* Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C buildings
CPCCBC5001* Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction
CPCCBC5002 Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects
CPCCBC5003 Supervise the planning of onsite building and construction work
CPCCBC5005 Select and manage building and construction contractors
CPCCBC5007 Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor
CPCCBC5010 Manage construction work
CCPCCBC5011 Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction
CPCCBC5013 Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects
CPCCBC5018 Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys
CPCCBC5019 Manage building and construction business finance
Elective Units
BSBPMG538 Manage project stakeholder engagement
BSBPMG532 Manage project quality
BSBLDR523 Lead and manage effective workplace replationships

Note: An asterisk (*) against a unit code indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit(s) must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk.

Requirement

Entry Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age

Have completed the equivalent of Year 12

Have English proficiency of IELTS* score of 6.0 or equivalent

(test results must be no more than 2 years old).

Participate in a course entry interview and LLND test

Outcomes

Qualification

Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) Genesis International College
On successful completion of this course, the student would be awarded CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), which is a nationally recognised qualification. After successfully completing the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), students may apply for employment as a building supervisor, construction manager, site supervisor, project manager, estimator, contract administrator, registered builder, or building consultant in residential, commercial, or industrial construction settings, or operate their own building business. Students who do not complete all units and/or workplace requirements may be eligible for a Statement of Attainment in partial completion of CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building).

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Pathway

Pathways for Students

Upon completing the CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), students can progress to higher-level tertiary education such as a Bachelor of Construction Management, Bachelor of Applied Science (Construction Management), or related university degrees, further enhancing their skills and eligibility for more senior or specialised roles within the construction industry. This diploma also provides an excellent foundation for students looking to deepen their expertise in construction, architecture, or project management, and may serve as a prerequisite for licensing applications to become a registered building practitioner. Graduates of the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) are equipped for a wide range of employment options within the building and construction sector. They may work as site supervisors, construction managers, estimators, building project managers, contract administrators, or independent builders, and often move into senior roles with more responsibility over time. Many diploma holders also choose to set up their own building business or pursue specialisation in areas such as sustainable construction, renovation, or building consultancy, making them highly sought after in both residential and commercial markets.

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