Diploma of Building Construction

Course Overview

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.

Course Description

• 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

Delivery Modes

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.

Course Completion

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.

Assessment

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 Competency Requirement

• Basic to intermediate English communication skills required
• Ability to understand technical documentation and safety procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively in a construction environment

Pathway and Further Studies

• Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
• Builder licensing pathways (state-dependent)
• Construction management and business ownership
• Builder
• General Foreperson
• Building Inspector

Employement Pathway

Core Courses

• 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

Electives

Educore Institute has determined that the units below will be offered in the delivery of this program. The selection of units has been based on meeting local industry needs and confirmation of the availability of Educore Institute resources, equipment and teaching staff, with the relevant vocational competence.

• BSBPMG532 - Manage project quality
• BSBPMG538 - Manage project stakeholder engagement
• CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry