This qualification reflects the role of builders, site supervisors and construction professionals who apply specialised knowledge and technical skills to manage building projects across residential and commercial construction. Graduates develop the ability to plan, coordinate and supervise construction activities while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, building regulations and workplace requirements.
This qualification provides a pathway to employment as a Builder, Construction Supervisor, Site Manager, Building Estimator or Project Coordinator within the building and construction industry. It may also provide opportunities for further study in higher-level qualifications related to construction management and project management.
The skills and knowledge gained through this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth, State and Territory legislation, the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements, and relevant industry codes of practice.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply in some States and Territories. Students should consult the relevant regulatory authority for the requirements applicable in their jurisdiction before undertaking work in the industry.
Twenty-seven (27) units, comprising twenty-four (24) core units and three (3) elective units, are required for the award of the CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building). Units have been selected in accordance with the qualification packaging rules and are relevant to the qualification outcomes, local industry requirements and the AQF level.
be at least 18 years of age and have completed Year 12 or equivalent
participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs
have an IELTS* score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
- successful completion of an English Placement Test.
| Core Unit Code | Core Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings |
| CPCCBC4003 | Select, prepare and administer a construction contract |
| CPCCBC4004 | Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects |
| CPCCBC4005 | Produce labour and material schedules for ordering |
| CPCCBC4008 | Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects |
| CPCCBC4009 | Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects |
| CPCCBC4010 | Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions |
| CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
| CPCCBC4013 | Prepare and evaluate tender documentation |
| CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings |
| CPCCBC4018 | Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects |
| CPCCBC4053 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C buildings |
| CPCCBC5001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction |
| CPCCBC5002 | Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects |
| CPCCBC5003 | Supervise the planning of onsite building and construction work |
| CPCCBC5005 | Select and manage building and construction contractors |
| CPCCBC5007 | Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor |
| CPCCBC5010 | Manage construction work |
| CPCCBC5011 | Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction |
| CPCCBC5013 | Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects |
| CPCCBC5018 | Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys |
| CPCCBC5019 | Manage building and construction business finances |
| BSBOPS504 | Manage business risk |
| BSBWHS513 | Lead WHS risk management |
Elective Units
| Elective Unit Code | Elective Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CPCCBC4052 | Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry |
| BSBPMG532 | Manage project quality |
| BSBPMG538 | Manage project stakeholder engagement |
Please note: All electives are pre-selected by Starford College.
- Builder
- Construction Project Manager
- Site Supervisor
- Building Estimator
- Construction Manager