Code and Name CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CRICOS Course Code 108690E Status Current Student · Local · International Course Duration and Terms · 104 weeks (80 academic weeks + 24 weeks holiday) Terms Term 1 = 10 academic weeks Term 2 = 10 academic weeks Term 3 = 10 academic weeks Term 4 = 10 academic weeks Term 5 = 10 academic weeks Term 6 = 10 academic weeks Term 7 = 10 academic weeks Term 8 = 10 academic weeks Scheduled Contact Hours and Timetable 20 hours per week for 80 weeks. Class timetables may be from 7am to 10pm Monday to Sunday, subject to availability. Additionally, students are expected to spend at least 10 hours of individual study per week on research, learning activities and assessment activities utilising the facilities and resources available at YES College. Please note: Timetables are subject to change at the discretion of YES College. Delivery Mode · Face to Face · Online Entry Requirements Age Requirements You should qualify in ANY ONE (1) of the following: Pathways · CPC60220 Advanced Diploma of Building and Intake Dates For course intake dates, click here. Payment Options · Full-Fee · VET Student Loans · For VSL total tuition fees and unit of study fees, click here. · VET student loans will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements. · A VET student loan gives rise to a VETSL debt that continues to be a debt due to the Commonwealth until it is repaid.
YES College has a requirement that all students must be over 18 years of age at the commencement of course.
Academic Requirements
For direct entry into this program, candidates must be able to demonstrate:
· Completion of the Higher School Certificate or
equivalent; or
· AQF Certificate IV level qualification or higher
For further information refer to the Equivalent Qualifications on the New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA) website: https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/nesa/hsc/results-and-certificates/equivalent-certificates
English Language Requirements
International students (from countries where English is not the first language) are expected to have a minimum English Language standard and are required to have one of the following prior to enrolling in this qualification:
· At least 50% completion of any AQF Certificate III or higher qualification
· Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.5
· Achieved an IELTS band score of 5.0 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At least 10 weeks)
· Achieved an IELTS score of 4.5 plus must have completed Upper intermediate ELICOS (At least 20 weeks)
· Successfully completed at least 38 weeks of ELICOS study in Australia
· Successfully completed a Yes College English language test
Construction (Management).
· Employment as a Builder, General Foreperson or Building Inspector, provided Graduate holds a valid NSW Building (general building work) licence.
Please note:
This course 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.
This course has 27 units of competency, which includes 24 core units and 3 elective units. Learners must complete all 27 units to complete this course.
| Core Units of Competency | |
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| BSBWHS513 | Lead WHS risk management |
| BSBOPS504 | Manage business risk |
| CPCCBC4009 | Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects |
| CPCCBC4001
|
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and
10 buildings |
| CPCCBC5001
|
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B
construction |
| CPCCBC4053
|
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to
9, Type C buildings |
| CPCCBC4018
|
Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction
projects |
| CPCCBC4010 | Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions |
| CPCCBC5018 | Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys |
| CPCCBC5013
|
Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction
projects |
| CPCCBC5011
|
Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and
construction |
| CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
| CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings |
| CPCCBC4004 | Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects |
| CPCCBC4005 | Produce labour and material schedules for ordering |
| CPCCBC5002 | Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects |
| CPCCBC4013 | Prepare and evaluate tender documentation |
| CPCCBC5003 | Supervise the planning of onsite building and construction work |
| CPCCBC5007 | Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor |
| CPCCBC5005 | Select and manage building and construction contractors |
| CPCCBC4008
|
Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and
construction projects |
| CPCCBC5010 | Manage construction work |
| CPCCBC4003 | Select, prepare and administer a construction contract |
| CPCCBC5019 | Manage building and construction business finances |
| Elective Units of Competency | |
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| BSBPMG532 | Manage project quality |
| CPCCBC5009 | Identify services layout and connection methods for Type C and B construction |
| CPCCBC5004
|
Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and
construction materials |
Learners that successfully complete this course will be issued with a Nationally Recognised Qualification:
- CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Academic Pathways
On completion of this course, graduates may seek admission into the CPC60220 Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management).
Employment Pathways
Graduates may also seek employment as a Builder, General Foreperson or Building Inspector, provided the Graduate holds a valid NSW Building (general building work) licence.
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Employment Pathways
Graduates of this course can seek employment as a Builder, General Foreperson or Building Inspector, provided the Graduate holds a valid NSW Building (general building work) licence.
This course is Nationally Recognised in Australia and is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
