CRICOS Course Code: 116370K
ABOUT THIS QUALIFICATION
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. To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have access to a live building and construction workplace to meet the requirements detailed in the Assessment Requirements of core unit CPCCBC4008 Supervise communication and administration processes for building and construction projects.
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.
Course Fees
Course Fees
Tuition Fees : $20000
Non tuition fee:
- Application fees: $300
- Material fees: $1700
Note: Please refer student handbook and refund policy for further information
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Core Units
CPCCBC4001 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings
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
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
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
BSBOPS504 – Manage risk
BSBWHS513 – Lead WHS risk management
CPCCBC4013 – Prepare and evaluate tender documentation
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
Elective Units
BSBPMG532 – Manage project quality
CPCCBC5009 – Identify services layout and connection methods for Type C and B construction
CPCSUS5001 – Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
Note: An asterisk (*) against a unit code above 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. Check the unit of competency for information on specific prerequisite requirements. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
The CPC50220 – Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) allows direct entry into this qualification at the time of publication in training.gov.au. However, the RTO requires candidates to meet its admission requirements prior to enrolling into this qualification to ensure that they have the required skills and knowledge to successfully complete the qualification at this AQF level.
Quality Assurance : As a registered training organisation (RTO), the Institute operates within the Vocational Education and Training Quality Framework (VETQF) and the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) delivering nationally recognised qualifications and Units of Competency.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
(According to the RTO)
1. Minimum age of 18 years and above. Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 12 or higher. English Language Requirements (meet one of the requirements outlined below) .
| IELTS (General or Academie) overall | PTE Academic | TOEFL PB | TOEFL IBT | CAE Scale | ELICOS(General English) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.0 | 50-58 | 547-587 | 78-82 | 169-175 | n/a |
| 5.5 | 46 | 506 | 62 | 162 | + 15 weeks |
| 5.0 | 38 | 478 | 51 | 154 | + 30 weeks |
Note: Results older than two years are not acceptable (for offshore applicants)
OR
2. Evidence that they have studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States
OR
3. Evidence that, within two years of their application date, they have successfully completed in Australia a foundation course or a senior secondary certificate of education or a Certificate III or higher level qualification, from the Australian Qualifications Framework.
OR
4. Applicants originating from students visa assessment levels 1 and 2 countries without the required IELTS or equivalent score must undertake the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test. For further information on student visa assessment levels visit Department of Home Affairs’ website at www.homeaffairs.gov.au.
5. Additionally, the learner is required to:
● Complete the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test prior to the commencement of the course.
Onshore International Students
● Complete the Pre-Training Review which aims to identify training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the courses to learner and relevant experience.
Offshore International Students
● Complete the Pre-Training Review which aims to identify training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the courses to learner and relevant experience. This will be conducted either via video call (e.g. Skype) or phone call to the
Note: Satisfactory completion of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry or equivalent prior to construction workplace site visit