Training Package Requirements
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in
24 Core units
3 Elective units
Total of 27 units of competency must be achieved.
Mode of Delivery
- Classroom-based: Face-to-face lectures.
- Simulated Workplace: Practical and structural workshops, and team-based projects.
Course Description
This qualification reflects the role of building professionals who apply specialised knowledge and practical skills to manage and supervise residential and commercial construction projects. Individuals in these roles plan, coordinate, and oversee construction work, manage contractors, contracts, budgets, and quality, and ensure compliance with safety and building standards. They work independently or as part of a construction team, delivering projects to meet industry requirements. This qualification supports career pathways such as Builder, General Foreperson, or Building Inspector and is suitable for those seeking to advance their career in the construction industry.
Qualifications
Upon the successful completion of all Units of Competency for this qualification participants will be issued with a CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) . For partial completion of this qualification, students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment indicating completed Units of Competency.
Entry Requirements
- Age: Minimum 18 years.
- Academic: To meet the academic entry requirements, students must have successfully completed:
- Successful completion of CPC40110/CPC40220 Certificate IV in Building and Construction
- CPC30211/CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
- Successful completion of a Certificate III level trade or engineering course
- Mature-age applicants may be considered for admission without meeting the stated minimum educational prerequisites, provided they possess relevant professional experience in the chosen field of study. Mature-age applicants require evidence of work experience (resumé, reference letters).
- English Proficiency: IELTS 6.0 overall (or equivalent). The test result must be valid at the time of enrolment.
| Unit Code | Unit Code | Core/Elective |
|---|---|---|
| CPCCBC5007 | Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor | Core |
| CPCCBC4001** | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings | Core |
| CPCCBC4053** | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C buildings | Core |
| CPCCBC4010* | Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions | Core |
| CPCCBC5001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction | Core |
| CPCCBC5018* | Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys | Core |
| CPCCBC5010 | Manage construction work | Core |
| BSBOPS504 | Manage business risk | Core |
| BSBWHS513 | Lead WHS risk management | Core |
| CPCCBC4003 | Select, prepare and administer a construction contract | Core |
| CPCCBC4004 | Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC4005 | Produce labour and material schedules for ordering | Core |
| CPCCBC4008 | Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC4009 | Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | Core |
| CPCCBC4013 | Prepare and evaluate tender documentation | Core |
| CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings | Core |
| CPCCBC4018 | Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC5019 | Manage building and construction business finances | Core |
| CPCCBC5005 | Select and manage building and construction contractors | Core |
| CPCCBC5002 | Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC5003 | Supervise the planning of onsite building and construction work | Core |
| CPCCBC5011 | Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction | Core |
| CPCCBC5013 | Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects | Core |
| BSBPMG532 | Manage project quality | Elective |
| BSBPMG538 | Manage project stakeholder engagement | Elective |
| CPCCBC4052 | Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry | Elective |
Note: An asterisk (*) against a unit code above indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met.
Pathways & Careers
- Career Outcomes:
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- Builder
- General Foreperson
- Building Inspector
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- Further Study: Many participants who complete CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) may pursue degree level qualifications and research opportunities within the building and construction industry.
Note: Study pathways may include qualifications or courses that may not be offered at SLIT
Course Duration
72 Weeks of course duration consisting of:
60 Weeks of scheduled study/tuition (6 Terms of 10 Weeks )
12 Weeks of scheduled breaks/holidays
Note: A minimum of 20 contact hours per week of study/tuition have been scheduled by SLIT – to ensure students meet their student study Visa conditions. The course duration may vary for students who have been granted credits or RPL towards this course (e.g., students having completed any units in a previous course/qualification).
Location
Theory: L8, 310 King St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Practical: 271-273 Macaulay Rd, North Melbourne VIC 3051
Credit Transfer
SLIT will initiate the credit transfer process for a verified certificate or statement of results provided. If credits apply the overall duration will alter and a schedule of exemptions provided.
Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
If the recognition is valid, the overall duration of the study may change, and a list of exceptions may apply.
Fees:
Total Fees: $18,000
Tuition Fees: $16,000
Non-Tuition Fees: $2,000
NOTE: Course fees do not include laptops or software
Disclaimer:
Skyline Institute of Technology does not guarantee or take responsibility for the outcome of any individual Skills Assessment submitted to the relevant Assessing Authority (e.g., Trades Recognition Australia – TRA). It is the student’s sole responsibility to ensure they meet all eligibility requirements, provide accurate and complete documentation, and comply with the guidelines set by the relevant assessing authority.
How to Apply:
If you would like to enroll in this course, please apply online from our website https://slit.edu.au/enroll-now/ or contact us on (03) 9125 1661.