Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
This qualification reflects the role of building professionals responsible for managing and supervising construction projects across residential and commercial sectors. Students develop skills in project management, contract administration, and site supervision, with a focus on ensuring projects are completed safely, within budget.
This qualification reflects the role of building professionals responsible for managing and supervising construction projects across residential and commercial sectors. Students develop skills in project management, contract administration, and site supervision, with a focus on ensuring projects are completed safely, within budget.
Skills covered in this course
These examples come from the units listed below. Ask Admissions for the current training plan and how each skill is taught and assessed in your intake.
- Interpret building codes, plans, and construction contracts.
- Prepare estimates, schedules, and tender documents.
- Plan and supervise site work and manage construction risks.
What You Will Learn
- Designed for supervisory and management roles in construction
- Develops leadership, technical, and administrative skills
- Focus on managing projects from planning to completion
- Prepares for real-world construction leadership roles
Entry Requirements
- No formal entry requirements specified in training package
- May require prior construction experience or Certificate IV
- Must complete construction induction (White Card) before site work
- LLN test: provided during Orientation; a pass is required.
- Oxford English test: required if you do not have IELTS or another accepted English qualification.
How the Course Is Delivered
This course is delivered through a combination of classroom-based learning and practical training in real or simulated construction environments. Students are required to access live construction sites to meet assessment requirements and develop real-world industry skills.
What You Need to Complete
To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in all 27 units, including 24 core units and 3 elective units. Completion results in a nationally recognised diploma aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework and industry standards.
How You Will Be Assessed
Assessment is competency-based and includes practical tasks, project-based work, and knowledge assessments. Students must demonstrate their ability to manage construction processes, supervise teams, and apply industry regulations in real or simulated workplace conditions.
Course Structure
- Total of 27 Units of Competency
- 24 Core Units (mandatory)
- 3 Elective Units
- Maximum of 1 elective can be selected from another training package
- Some units have prerequisite requirements
- Requires access to live construction projects for assessment
English Language Skills
- Basic to intermediate English communication skills required
- Ability to understand technical documentation and safety procedures
- Ability to communicate effectively in a construction environment
Further Study Pathways
- Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
- Builder licensing pathways (state-dependent)
- Construction management and business ownership
- Builder
- General Foreperson
- Building Inspector
Career Outcomes
Core Units
- BSBOPS504 - Manage business risk
- BSBWHS513 - Lead WHS risk management
- 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
Elective Units
Elective units shown are indicative. Ask Admissions for the current training plan and confirmed unit selection for your intake before enrolment.
- BSBPMG532 - Manage project quality
- BSBPMG538 - Manage project stakeholder engagement
- CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry