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1.9 Years
On-campus. Interactive learning in a face-to-face environment. Classes will be held at a Melbourne Polytechnic campus or partner institute.
Full time / Part time · Part time: evening classes 3 nights a week for 24 months. Full time: day classes 3 days a week for 12 months.
February
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Preston Campus, Melbourne Polytechnic, Preston VIC
377 Waterdale Rd, Heidelberg West, VIC 3081
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
VRQA / ASQA
Professional Body
Australian Institute of Building (AIB)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
VETASSESS
Course Content
Manage business risk
Core unit
Manage project quality
Elective unit
Manage project stakeholder engagement
Elective unit
Lead WHS risk management
Core unit
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings
Core unit
Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
Core unit
Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
Core unit
Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
Core unit
Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects
Core unit
Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects
Core unit
Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions
Core unit
Read and interpret plans and specifications
Core unit
Prepare and evaluate tender documentation
Core unit
Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
Core unit
Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects
Core unit
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings
Core unit
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction
Core unit
Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects
Core unit
Supervise the planning of on-site building and construction work
Core unit
Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materials
Elective unit
Select and manage building and construction contractors
Core unit
Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor
Core unit
Manage construction work
Core unit
Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction
Core unit
Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects
Core unit
Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to three storeys
Core unit
Manage building and construction business finances
Core unit
Common Questions
Yes, the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50220 is eligible for Free TAFE, meaning eligible students can study with a tuition fee of $0, paying only the maximum annual amenities fee of $260. Government subsidised fees are also available at $16,100 tuition for those who qualify. Contact Melbourne Polytechnic to find out if you're eligible for a government subsidy.
Yes, Melbourne Polytechnic's Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50220 is recognised by the Victorian Building Authority. Combined with the necessary industry experience, this qualification will allow you to be registered as a building practitioner in many categories.
The diploma is offered in two study modes: full time day classes held 3 days a week for 12 months, or part time evening classes held 3 nights a week for 24 months. Both options are delivered on-campus at Preston Campus.
On successful completion of the diploma, graduates may apply for entry into the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil) at Melbourne Polytechnic, providing a clear pathway to advanced studies in construction management.
Graduates of the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) are prepared for a wide range of roles including Registered Builder, Site Manager, Construction Project Supervisor, Project Supervisor, Project Manager, Construction Manager, Site Supervisor, Contracts Administrator, and Building/Construction Estimator. Demand for construction managers is expected to grow by 13% in the next five years.
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