Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

CPC50220

Location

Online

Study Mode

Online, Workplace

Outcomes

Builder, Building Contractor, Building Technician, Construction Manager, Estimator, Foreman, Site Supervisor

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Qualification

Diploma

Awarded By

Open Colleges

Duration

Self-paced; max 30 months

Start Date

Enquire now for upcoming start dates

Payment Option

Fee For Service, Payment plan, Upfront payment

This course meets the Nationally Recognised Training standards. It is listed on the Australian government's National Register for Vocational Education and Training (VET). Studying this course leads to a qualification that's recognised throughout Australia, and lets employers know that you have the right skills for the job.

How Much Will It Cost?

Payment plan

Flexible payment plans are available for this course, making it easier to invest in your future. Enquire now to find out more!

Course Rundown

Take your building career to the next level, and move off the tools into managerial roles by studying this CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) course. Offered by Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd in partnership with Open Colleges, this course is delivered entirely online meaning you can study at your own pace and gain a nationally recognised qualification without any class time.

The program is designed to equip you with the fundamentals needed to excel in construction management and covers key areas such as project management, building codes and standards, contracts, project tenders, cost estimates and sub-contractor management. You will also learn to develop original and creative approaches to eco-friendly design and construction. Your qualification also equips you with the vital industry knowledge, allowing you to work well within work health and safety laws, regulatory frameworks, and complex building industry legislation.

PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run RTO, not government-run like a TAFE, so they cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrolment with Open Colleges.

Eligibility

There are no formal educational requirements for this course.

Minimum age:

You will need to be at least 18 years old.

English proficiency:

Entry to the course requires the successful completion of English to Year 10 level; or
Successful completion of a Nationally Recognised Training qualification at Certificate III level or higher; or
3 years relevant industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication.

Computing:

You will need access to a reliable computer and an internet connections, as well as basic computer skills.

Physical requirements:

You will need to have a reasonable level of fitness, including the ability to:

stand for long periods
use their hands to handle, control or feel objects or tools
climb, lift, balance, walk, stoop and handle materials
kneel, crouch, crawl, bend or twist

AutoCAD software:

Students will be required to register for AutoCAD software, available free to students enrolled in an approved educational institution. The Autodesk Student Version software incorporates all the functionality of a professional license, but includes a print banner making the software unusable for commercial purposes.
To participate in the Autodesk Education Community, students must satisfy the eligibility requirements. Please enquire for details.

Digital equipment:

You will need access to:

A digital video recording device and/or a digital camera and associated software to save and upload video, image and audio files to OpenSpace. Many mobile phones and smart phones include this technology.
Software to view online videos and images. Software such as Adobe Reader, Windows Media Player, Windows Photo Viewer etc. are available as a free download from the internet.

Practical task:

You will be asked to complete specific tasks outlined in the assessments. You will need to find a site that will allow you to undertake the tasks.
The work-based project should be at a construction site (see under ‘White card’ on this page for more information). You will be coached and given advice on locating and approaching builders in their local area

White card

If you decide to complete the practical tasks of this course on a construction site, you will be required to have a white card.

People who need a white card include:

Site managers, supervisors, surveyors, labourers and tradespeople
People who access operational construction zones (unaccompanied or not directly supervised by an inducted person)
Workers whose employment causes them to routinely enter operational construction zones
The white card can be obtained online or face to face through a Registered Training Provider.
More information and a list of white card trainers can be found on the Safe Work Australia website.

Important Note:

The White Card is not offered by Open Colleges. Students will need to get this at their own expense.

Students are required to provide examples of their White Card (CPCCOHS1001A – Work safely in the construction industry or CPCCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry).

It is a requirement upon commencement of work-based project/graduation for all students to hold a current White card CPCCOHS1001A – Work safely in the construction industry or CPCCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry.

FAQS

What You’ll Learn

In this building and construction course, the essential subjects you will cover include:

CPCCBC4001 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 building
CPCCBC4053 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C
CPCCBC5001 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction
BSBOPS504 – Manage business risk
CPCCBC4014 – Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
CPCCBC4012 – Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCBC4004 – Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4003 – Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
CPCCBC4013 – Prepare and evaluate tender documentation
CPCCBC4005 – Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
CPCCBC4010 – Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions
CPCCBC5018 – Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to three storeys
CPCCBC5007 – Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor
CPCCBC4008 – Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction project
CPCCBC5010 – Manage construction work
CPCCBC5011 – Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction
BSBPMG532 – Manage project quality
BSBPMG536 – Manage project risk
CPCCBC5003 – Supervise the planning of on-site building and construction work
CPCCBC5005 – Select and manage building and construction contractors
CPCCBC4009 – Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4018 – Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects
BSBWHS513 – Lead WHS risk management
CPCSUS5001 – Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
CPCCBC5013 – Manage professional technical & legal reports on building & construction projects
CPCCBC5002A – Monitor costing systems on medium rise building and construction projects
CPCCBC5019 – Manage building and construction business finances

Why study with Open Colleges

Open Colleges has been helping Australians realise their potential for over 125 years, and they’re now one of Australia’s leaders in online education. In the last decade alone, they’ve helped over 450,000 students gain the skills to launch, change or take the next step in their careers. When you study with OC, you’ll graduate with a nationally recognised qualification that’ll help you find work across Australia. Their nationally recognised courses are designed by vocational experts, and you’ll learn job-ready skills from industry specialists. Online learning is all about flexibility, so they’ve designed their learning platform to be as flexible as possible. It’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so you can access it anytime you want. It’s designed to work around your lifestyle, not the other way around, so you can easily fit your study in with your other commitments.

Student Support

The common misconception is that studying online means that you’re studying alone, but at Open Colleges, they take great pride in the superior support provided to their students. They make it easy for you to get support when you need it with their student support team available Monday to Friday via email, phone and Live Chat and on the weekends, via Live Chat (when available). They’re here, in tandem with trainers and assessors, to make sure you’re supported the whole way through your course, from the time you enrol right through to your graduation.

Where Will It Lead Me?

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) from Open Colleges, awarded by Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd.

This course meets the nationwide requirements for licensed builder registration and is your ideal pathway to a career in the building industry either working for an established building company or within your own business. As licencing varies from state to state, there may be extra requirements necessary to register. In NSW, you will also need the Certificate IV in Building and Construction plus 2 years’ relevant industry experience.

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