CPC50220 – Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

CRICOS Course Code: 118426E

ABOUT THIS QUALIFICATION

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working as building professionals who manage medium-rise residential and commercial construction projects. They apply knowledge of structural principles, building codes, standards, and legal requirements to ensure project compliance and successful delivery. They perform tasks that are specialized and technical, including interpreting complex drawings, estimating project costs, supervising worksites, and coordinating trades and materials. They are responsible for ensuring projects meet regulatory and safety requirements while managing quality and timelines. They are required to demonstrate sound judgement, leadership, and problem-solving skills to oversee construction operations and apply both practical and theoretical knowledge in real-world settings.

Pathways

This qualification provides a pathway for individuals seeking to progress in the building and construction industry in supervisory or management roles. Occupational outcomes may include:
• Builder
• General Foreperson
• Building Inspector

Graduates may also pursue further studies such as the Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) or other higher education programs in construction, project management, or related fields, subject to entry requirements.

UNITS OF COMPETENCY

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)

Minimum age of 18 years and above
Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian year 10 or higher

IELTS (General or Academic) overall PTE Academic TOEFL PB TOEFL IBT CAE Scale ELICOS (General English)
6.0 55 546 78 169 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)

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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

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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 Ill or higher level qualification, from the Australian Qualifications Framework.

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4. Applicants originating from students visa assessment levels 1 and 2 countries without the required IELTS or equivalent score must undertake the Language, Literacy, Numeracy & Digital (LLND) test. For further information on student visa assessment levels visit Department of Home Affairs’ website at www.homeaffairs.gov.au.

Additionally, the learner is required to:
• Complete the Language, Literacy, Numeracy & Digital (LLND) 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 prospective learner.

• Students required to invest on average 10 hours a week of guided learning and summative assessments during the training weeks and does not include the term breaks.

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