Diploma Building and Construction
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So what’s on the agenda for this diploma course? Well, we’re diving into all sorts of things related to building – think domestic, industrial, and commercial buildings, from small projects to taller ones up to 3 stories high. Here’s a sneak peek at what the course will be covering:
- Construction details
- Building codes and standards
- Estimation Costing
- Structural principles
- Quality and control
- Management services
Prerequisites
Must complete the following two units prior to being assessed in CPCCBC5018 Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys: CPCCBC5001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction CPCCBC4053 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C buildings.
You’ll need to complete Four Friday pre-requisite sessions to start the new unit.
Day: Friday/ Time: 5.30pm -9.30pm
Education and skills
Students must complete a Pre-Training Review, meet the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skill standards for this program level, and demonstrate they are a suitable candidate for this program.
Regulatory
You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident of at least 18 years of age, or an Asylum Seeker.
All candidates require a Unique Student Identification (USI) number. If you do not have a USI number you can apply for one online at https://www.usi.gov.au/students, or you can give Access Learning staff permission to apply on your behalf.
Students with disabilities
Access Learning welcomes all people with disabilities, learning differences and medical conditions. Acceptance in this program is subject to candidates’ ability to undertake all program requirements as discussed in the Pre-Training Review, with reasonable adjustments where applicable.
Digital technology
Students must have sufficient digital literacy skills to access online content, enter answers to written questions and communicate with trainers via email, the student portal and the learning management system.
Prior experience
Credit Transfer (CT) and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) are available. Credit Transfer is free of charge. RPL application fees are $145 per hour. Talk to our staff for more information.
This course does not require mandatory Work Placement
You will not need to complete work placement in order to satisfactorily complete this course.
Industry requirements
Candidates may be asked to provide evidence of the following for work placement (requirements vary according to host employer policies):
- A satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) will be required for all work placements.
Online Real Time Virtual Classroom Training
This program is delivered over 18 months.
Assessment
Evaluation The assessment framework for students encompasses various evaluation methods, though specific tasks may not be utilised for every competency unit.
- Written inquiries and quizzes
- Scenarios and case studies
- Practical exercises or simulations
When workplace assessment is mandated, diverse evidence-collection tools may be employed:
- Workplace portfolio assignments
- Workplace reflective journaling
- Workplace logbook (WPLB)
- Workplace third-party reports (TPR)
- Workplace assessor observations
Required equipment
We recommend that students have access to a laptop or tablet to submit their assessments.
Finishing this course sets you up for roles like:
Construction supervisor, planner, or manager. With the construction industry booming, graduates are highly sought after, and there’s a wide array of career paths to explore. Check out some of the options:
- Registered Builder
- Site Manager
- Construction Project Supervisor
- Project Supervisor
- Construction Manager
- Contracts Administrator
- Project Management Head
- Site Supervisor
- Construction Project Analyst
- Building / Construction Estimator
Data from the National Skills Commission tells us that:
- Australia currently employs 123,300 Construction Managers
- Future growth for this profession is anticipated to be nearly 10.2%.
- Approximately 86% of Construction Managers are engaged in full-time positions.
- Weekly earnings for this role typically amount to around $3,497.
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