CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction
(Building)
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$6,500.00
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Course Description:
This qualification is designed to meet the needs of builders, including selecting contractors, overseeing the work and its quality, and liaising with clients. The qualification is aimed at the medium-rise building sector.It is also a requirement for a Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) Builder -Medium Rise licence. For more information on this licence, click here.
Course Purpose:
The builder may also be the appropriately licensed person with responsibility under the relevant building licensing authority in the State or Territory. Builder licensing varies across States and Territories and additional requirements to attainment of this qualification may be required. Occupational titles may include:- Builder
- Construction manager.
Duration:
The nominal duration for this program is 1720 hours. The estimated duration could be shortened to around 29 weeks if you could study for a at least 14 hours per week, however, this figure may end up much lower or higher depending on your particular circumstances.See our course brochure for more information.
Qualification requirements:
To successfully complete this qualification, you are required to complete eighteen (18) units of competency. The eighteen units comprise thirteen (13) core units and five (5) elective units.The units of competence shown in units/cost have been selected by PCD Training based on the course purpose. A participant has a six (6) month enrolment period per unit/s from time of enrolment.
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Unit Code |
Unit Name |
Duration1 |
Full Fee for Service -no funding2 |
CPCCBC4014A |
Prepare simple building sketches and drawings |
6 week |
$300 |
BSBOHS504B |
Apply principles of OHS risk management |
5 weeks |
$400 |
CPCCBC4001A |
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for low rise building projects |
4 weeks |
$300 |
CPCCBC5001B |
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for medium rise building projects |
4 weeks |
$400 |
CPCCBC5004A |
Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materials |
6 weeks |
$400 |
CPCCBC4010B |
Apply structural principles to residential low rise constructions |
12 weeks |
$300 |
CPCCBC5018A |
Apply structural principles to the construction of medium rise buildings |
8 weeks |
$400 |
BSBPMG505A |
Manage project quality |
4 weeks |
$400 |
BSBPMG508A |
Manage project risk |
4 weeks |
$400 |
CPCCBC4004A |
Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects |
6 weeks |
$300 |
CPCCBC4013A |
Prepare and evaluate tender documentation |
3 weeks |
$300 |
CPCCBC5002A |
Monitor costing systems on medium rise building and construction projects |
6 weeks |
$400 |
CPCCBC5003A |
Supervise the planning of on-site medium rise building or construction work |
16 weeks |
$400 |
CPCCBC5010B |
Manage construction work |
10 weeks |
$400 |
CPCCBC4009B |
Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects |
4 weeks |
$300 |
CPCCBC5007B |
Administer the legal obligations of a building or construction contractor |
8 weeks |
$400 |
CPCCBC4003A |
Select and prepare a construction contract |
4 weeks |
$300 |
CPCCBC5009A |
Identify services layout and connection methods to medium rise construction projects |
6 weeks |
$400 |
Totals: |
116 weeks |
$6500.00 |
Please note: Other elective units available include:
CPCCBC5006B Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to medium rise building projects
CPCSUS5001A Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
BSBFIM501 Manage budgets and financial plans
CPCCBC4005A Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
CPCCBC4006B Select, procure and store construction materials for low rise projects
CPCCBC4011B Apply structural principles to commercial low rise constructions
CPCCBC4012B Read and interpret plans and specifications
NOTES:
1. The Estimated Duration is calculated on your studying for at least 10 hours per week in that unit. The Total is calculated on a continuous study pattern of one unit at a time. You could reduce the total duration by enrolling in more than one unit and/or increasing your study time each week.
2. The Fee applies at the unit level for on-line access. You may have to purchase further text material, these will be detailed in the unit. To find out more about the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), visit the National Training Register at: http://training.gov.au/Training/Details/CPC50210
See our course brochure for more information.
Entry requirements:
You will need to apply for entry into this course, this is done by completing the skills assessment document found at the end of our brochure. Having completed a CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building (Building) is preferred. However, you will need a sound working knowledge of basic maths, e.g. addition, subtraction, division and multiplication and be able to read, write and understand standard English, similar to what is used in this information.You must also be able to send and receive emails with attachments and install software. You will also be required to upload files and photos and complete an electronic logbook. You may also need to download files using a web browser. You will also need access to a computer which has, or on which you are able to install, a web-cam.
Enrolment notes:
All prices in Australian dollars.All personal information is collected for the purposes of enrolment requirements only. Specified information from the enrolment is required by federal legislation to be reported to the national VET regulator for statistical purposes only. Your information won't be shared with any other party.
All payment information, including card and cardholder information, is collected for the purposes of enrolment requirements only. Your payment information will not be retained and will not be shared with any other party.
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Assessments
Participants will be required to complete a range of assessments, including practicals, activities, projects, the completion of a logbook, etc. Assessment requirements are outlined in the relevant unit.Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is also available.
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