CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

27 UNITS

Diploma

Accreditation level

18-24 months

Duration

English

Language

Overview

This course is a mandatory pathway for students that wish to obtain their domestic builder’s license. Our nationally accredited pathway program will help you to develop the skills to manage a wide range of building projects. You will learn to take responsibility for coordinating the complete construction of a residential, industrial or commercial building. Learning from industry professionals, you will develop specialist skills and knowledge to run a small-to-medium construction business. Online & campus learning options: Courses offered as part of blended learning programs include a meaningful blend of online, on-campus, and workplace based learning tailored to the type of study you undertake.

Government Funding Options: This course is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding, for students who meet the eligibility criteria. Oz learn representatives will guide and manage this process for you.

Successful completion of the Diploma of Building & Construction Course [CHC43115] course requires the fulfilment of 27 Units of Study

UNITS: - Diploma Building & Construction

CORE UNITS

BSBOPS504	Manage business 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
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
CPCCBC5011	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 finances
CPCCBC4026	Arrange building applications and approvals
CPCCBC5004	Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materials
CPCCBC5009	Identify services layout and connection methods for Type C and B construction

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Course eligibility requirements :

Learners must have completed the following two units prior to being assessed in CPCCBC5018 Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys:

CPCCBC5001Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction
CPCCBC4053Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C buildings

Please Note that learners must have completed the following two units prior to being assessed in CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions:

CPCCBC4053Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings.
CPCCBC4001Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings

RPL - (Recognition of prior learning)

Recognition of Prior Learning is the process that recognises a student’s current skills and experience, regardless of where and when the learning occurred. Students may have existing knowledge and skills, and these could be formally recognised and credited towards a qualification from our training partners.

Credit Transfer (CT)

Our accredited training institutions recognise all qualifications issued under the AQF (Australian Qualifications Framework). Original copies of certificate and transcript will need to be sighted by a trainer. There is no fee for credit transfer. If a credit transfer for ‘Provide First Aid’ unit is applied for, it must be current, including the CPR component which requires a refresher every year. Talk to our staff about credit transfer during the enrolment process.

ASSESMENT METHODS

Some assignments that you will undertake may include:

Short Questions
Multiple Choice Questions
True or False
Case Studies
Scenarios Research Activities
Project
Simulations
Observation at the work place by an Assessor
Third Party Observation by work place supervisor
Portfolio
Personal Journal

Assessments can be submitted via face to face classes or in the online learning environment. All students are encouraged to submit assignments online.

Work Pathways

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 CPCCWHS1001 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.