Course Overview

About This Course

Get the skills you need to become a tradie by completing the Diploma of Building and Construction at Orange College. This course will teach you everything you need to know to get started and you will learn from industry leaders.

The construction industry emphasizes that training and assessment for skill recognition must occur in a real or closely simulated workplace environment. To meet the requirements of core unit CPCCBC4008, Supervise Communication and Administration Processes for Building and Construction Projects, students must have access to a live building and construction workplace. Additionally, for CPCCBC4018, Apply Site Surveys and Set-Out Procedures to Building and Construction Projects, students must have access to appropriate surveying equipment, including a theodolite and either a laser or optical level, ensuring they can meet the detailed Assessment Requirements for these units in a practical, industry-relevant setting.

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 CPCWHS1001 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.

This qualification is delivered as full-time study over the course of 72 weeks and 17 weeks as breaks/holidays. Delivery mode is blended learning model (70% face-to-face and 30% guided online learning). Campus locations: 235 Ingles Street Port Melbourne VIC 3207 and Level 8, 86 Collins Street, Hobart 7000.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

All students must be aged 18 years or over (International students) at the time of applying for admission to the College. Satisfactory completion of studies in applicant's home country equivalent to an Australian Year 11/12 qualification. If student's educational qualifications do not meet OC's admission requirements, other factors may be considered at the discretion of OC. IELTS band score of overall 6 (Academic or General) or equivalent in line with the Department of Education and the Department of Home Affairs (DOHA) regulations. Learners are required to be competent in written and spoken English and will undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test prior to commencing the training. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy is applicable for this course. Your device must have camera and speaker functions. Internet Access with a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. Basic digital literacy (ability to communicate and access information through digital technologies like internet platforms, social media, search engines, emails and basic use of MS office products).

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

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.

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units22 units

CPCCBC4053*

Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C Buildings

Core unit

CPCCBC4012

Read and interpret plans and specifications

Core unit

CPCCBC4014

Prepare simple building sketches and drawings

Core unit

CPCCBC4010**

Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions

Core unit

CPCCBC4004

Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects

Core unit

CPCCBC4013

Prepare and evaluate tender documentation

Core unit

CPCCBC4018

Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects

Core unit

CPCCBC5001*

Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction

Core unit

CPCCBC5003

Supervise the planning of onsite building and construction work

Core unit

CPCCBC5005

Select and manage building and construction contractors

Core unit

CPCCBC5010

Manage construction work

Core unit

CPCCBC5018**

Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys

Core unit

CPCCBC5002

Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects

Core unit

CPCCBC5019

Manage building and construction business finances

Core unit

CPCCBC5007

Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor

Core unit

CPCCBC5013

Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects

Core unit

CPCCBC5011

Manage environmental management and processes in building and construction

Core unit

BSBOPS504

Manage risk

Core unit

BSBWHS513

Lead WHS risk management

Core unit

BSBESB303

Organise finances for new business venture

Elective unit

BSBESB301

Investigate business opportunities

Elective unit

CPCWHS3001

Identify construction work hazards and select risk control strategies

Elective unit

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) take to complete?

This qualification will be delivered as full-time study over the course of 72 weeks and 17 weeks as breaks/holidays. Duration may vary based on mode of delivery and/or RPL and CT.

What are the English language requirements for international students?

An IELTS band score of overall 6 (Academic or General) or equivalent in line with the Department of Education and the Department of Home Affairs (DOHA) regulations is required. Learners are also required to undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test prior to commencing the training.

How is the course delivered?

The course is delivered using a blended learning model (70% face-to-face and 30% guided online learning). Study mode is full time (20 hours per week – 70% hours face to face and 30% hours online). Learners may require 5 hours of self-directed learning per week (indicative only).

What assessment methods are used in this course?

Assessment methods for this qualification includes written questions, projects, observations, presentations, case studies, reports, practical activities and work placement (if applicable ONLY).

Can I get credit for previous study or work experience?

Yes. Credit Transfer is available – if a certificate or statement of results is produced and verified, a credit transfer process will be initiated by Orange College in relation to the units as per the training plan. RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) is also offered upon enrolment of all learning programs. RPL is an assessment process that assesses an individual's non-formal and informal learning to determine the extent to which that individual has achieved the required learning outcomes, competency outcomes, or standards for entry to, and/or partial or total completion of, a qualification.

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