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CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

Do you want to take the next step in your career or move away from being on the tools each day.  Are you interested in managing residential, industrial or commercial building projects?
This course is offered at multiple locations, select your prefered campus to see when it is offered.
Ballarat - SMB
Remote via Teams
Location
Semester 1
Semester 2
Other intakes
Ballarat - SMB
Semester 1
Semester 2
Other intakes
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Remote via Teams
Semester 1
Semester 2
Other intakes
-
Length
18 Months
Qualification Code
CPC50220

Free TAFE

This course is in the Free TAFE for Priority Courses list. Find out about the initiative and your eligibility

CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) Do you want to take the next step in your career or move away from being on the tools each day. Are you interested in managing residential, industrial, or commercial building projects? 

  • Site manager
  • Builder
  • Construction project manager
  • Foreman/supervisor

This qualification will help you to meet the licencing/registration requirements to become a registered builder.

The course content below provides all possible units related to the course.  If the course has various streams, the units you are required to study will depend on your chosen stream.

MANAGE BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS FINANCES
CPCCBC5019
APPLY STRUCTURAL PRINCIPLES TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS UP TO THREE STOREYS
CPCCBC5018
MANAGE PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL AND LEGAL REPORTS ON BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
CPCCBC5013
MANAGE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND PROCESSES IN BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
CPCCBC5011
MANAGE CONSTRUCTION WORK
CPCCBC5010
ADMINISTER THE LEGAL OBLIGATIONS OF A BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTOR
CPCCBC5007
SELECT AND MANAGE BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS
CPCCBC5005
SUPERVISE THE PLANNING OF ON-SITE BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION WORK
CPCCBC5003
MONITOR COSTING SYSTEMS ON COMPLEX BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
CPCCBC5002
APPLY BUILDING CODES AND STANDARDS TO THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS FOR TYPE B CONSTRUCTION
CPCCBC5001
APPLY BUILDING CODES AND STANDARDS TO THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS FOR CLASS 2 TO 9 TYPE C BUILDINGS
CPCCBC4053
APPLY SITE SURVEYS AND SET-OUT PROCEDURES TO BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
CPCCBC4018
PREPARE SIMPLE BUILDING SKETCHES AND DRAWINGS
CPCCBC4014
PREPARE AND EVALUATE TENDER DOCUMENTATION
CPCCBC4013
READ AND INTERPRET PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
CPCCBC4012
APPLY STRUCTURAL PRINCIPLES TO RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTIONS
CPCCBC4010
APPLY LEGAL REQUIREMENTS TO BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
CPCCBC4009
SUPERVISE SITE COMMUNICATION AND ADMINISTRATION PROCESSES FOR BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
CPCCBC4008
PRODUCE LABOUR AND MATERIAL SCHEDULES FOR ORDERING
CPCCBC4005
IDENTIFY AND PRODUCE ESTIMATED COSTS FOR BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
CPCCBC4004
SELECT, PREPARE AND ADMINISTER A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
CPCCBC4003
APPLY BUILDING CODES AND STANDARDS TO THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS FOR CLASS 1 AND 10 BUILDINGS
CPCCBC4001
LEAD WHS RISK MANAGEMENT
BSBWHS513
MANAGE BUSINESS RISK
BSBOPS504
SUPERVISE AND APPLY QUALITY STANDARDS TO THE SELECTION OF BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
CPCCBC5004
MANAGE PROJECT QUALITY
BSBPMG532
RESEARCH AND DEVELOP BUSINESS PLANS
BSBESB401

This course is considered part time. Monday Evening 4 pm to 8 pm Online - Wednesday 4 pm to 6 pm Online - Thursday 8:30 am to 4 pm - on campus or remotely. Students will complete approximately 7 hours per week of on campus study.  Thursdays classes are held face to face on campus or can be accessed remotely in a Virtual Classroom (via MS teams) Currently classes are delivered 1 evening and 1 day a week with online access to teacher on another evening. 
Additional study time is required to complete assessments, classroom readings and activities. We recommend that approximately 5 hours per week should be put aside for these activities. 

There are no prerequisites for this program, however it is strongly recommended that students have at least 4 years of work experience in the building and construction industry and have good computer abilities (e.g. Microsoft office, ability to install software applications). 

For information in relation to the University and students rights and responsibilities please refer to the VET Information Guide.

Applicants need to demonstrate the literacy and numeracy skills required to undertake this course through a test as part of the application process. The test will be conducted through Federation College prior to commencement of training. Feedback will be provided to the applicant on their results and types of support, if necessary, available to them.

Direct application: Yes

Federation University code: LCA

National course code: CPC50220

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees you will pay depends on your eligibility for a Victorian Government subsidised place under the Skills First Program.

Find out more about eligibility here.

2024 total estimated tuition fees for Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Concession
Government Subsidised Place
Standard
Government Subsidised Place
Full Fee Place
(Not eligible for government subsidy)
N/A$10,234$26,059

*Fees displayed are estimates for the total course and may change depending on individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees are subject to change annually.

Visit our fees and charges page for more information.

VET Student Loans

A VET Student Loan from the Australian Government can cover all or part of your tuition fees for some Diploma/Advanced Diploma courses (subject to availability).

A VET Student Loan is available for this course – up to a maximum of $18,097

For more information visit our VET Student Loan page.

Important Information

Direct Debit Payment Plans are available for eligible students to help manage the payment of tuition and material fees throughout the enrolment year (excluding Diploma/Advanced Diploma tuition fees).

Students accessing government-subsidised training under the Skills First Program need to be aware that enrolling in a qualification may affect their ability to access future government-subsidised training.

Free TAFE: Under the Victorian Government Free TAFE initiative, some courses have free tuition for eligible students, however material fees (if applicable) will be payable by the student.  Free TAFE is subject to availability and eligibility requirements.

Further information on fees, payments and refunds is available here.

Scholarships

Our scholarships and grants can help with your study costs.  Explore our scholarships to find an opportunity that's right for you.

If what you have learned at work, from other courses, units, from life experience or training provided at work is relevant to this course, you may be entitled to gain unit credits or exemptions. The University is obliged to recognise the AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other registered training organisations. For further details contact Federation University on 1800 333 864.

CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction

Can lead into an Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying

A range of student services are available at most campuses. For further information on these services or for course information, please contact us on 1800 333 864.

The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.

All information contained in this course overview including the availability of courses and fees, is correct at the time of being published, however the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Students should check for any amendment prior to enrolment.

CRICOS Provider No.00103D
Please note: This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
National RTO Code: 4909

School department

Federation TAFE