Gain the skills and knowledge to manage building and construction projects with a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) and work towards becoming a Site Manager, Project Manager or Domestic Builder.

COURSE OVERVIEW:

The CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) is designed for tradespeople and employees in the building industry seeking to develop their management skills and increase their knowledge in residential/commercial low-rise building and construction.

By undertaking the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) you will learn how to manage contracts and tender documentation, prepare estimates and monitor costing systems, manage sustainability practices and environmental processes, apply site-surveys and set-out procedures, and how to supervise and manage building projects.

The course is aimed at people looking to move into roles such as Site Manager, Project Manager or Domestic Builder.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

The Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) qualification will help you to:

• Increase your job opportunities and business prospects in the Building and Construction Industry.
• Gain knowledge and skills that will assist in your Registered Building Practitioner Domestic Builder – Unlimited (DB-U) application.
• Gain knowledge and skills in building codes and regulations, preparing contacts and building permits, building and construction processes, and building project management.

TIME & DURATION:

The Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) qualification requires online classroom based learning two evenings a week from 5:30-9:30pm over 50 weeks.

This qualification will involve:

• Dedicated online classes to introduce key topics, solve problems and work on the assessments
• A minimum of 2 hours per week of self-directed research
• Self-paced learning supported with access to online resources via the student portal
• Training support via phone/email

Students who have completed CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) qualification will be eligible for Credit Transfers

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Parker Brent will ensure the program is suitable to your needs, skills and experience. Students will be required to have:

• Suitable level of English language, literacy and numeracy skills
• A current Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• A minimum of 1 year experience in the Building and Construction Industry
• Access to a building site and be currently working in the industry, or
• Access to the Parker Brent Simulated Working Environment Assessment Centre in Lalor

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES:

• Student Support
• Support with Registered Building Practitioner Application
• Job Preparation and Interview Assistance
• Access to Student Resource Facility in Parker Brent Head Office

COST:

Full Fee – $8,000.00

Funded Fee – $300.00 (eligibility requirement)

For detailed fee information please refer to the Fee Information document. To check if you may be eligible for Government Subsidised Funding please click here.

LOCATION:

Parker Brent offers instructor led online live classes. More information will be provided to students upon confirmation of enrolment.

UPCOMING CLASSES

• 5 October 2021

*Please Note: This qualification has been superseded, therefore, all students MUST successfully complete prior to the qualification end date (27/11/2022) to be issued with an award. If the qualification is not successfully completed prior to the 27/11/2022, students will be withdrawn from the qualification.

* PARKERBRENT ensures all learners receive training, assessment and support services that meet their individual needs. This program is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding for eligible persons. Everyone is encouraged to apply including people with disabilities.