Overview
Become a highly-skilled building project manager with a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) CPC50220 at Victoria University (VU).
Gain specialist skills and knowledge from experienced industry professionals and equip yourself to run a successful construction business in residential, industrial or commercial.
At VU, everything you learn in your building and construction course has direct links to the real world, from the latest industry-standard knowledge to practical on-site projects.
You’ll learn about all aspects of running a small-to-medium construction business, including:
- quantity surveying
- planning and scheduling of labour and materials
- selecting contractors
- managing project risk and quality
- supervising work sites
- construction technology
- managing workplace safety
- applying business codes and standards
- structural principles for residential and commercial constructions
- interpretation of plans and specifications
- small business finance.
Study alongside your work in construction
If you’re already working in the construction industry or undertaking a traineeship, you can study this course full-time or part-time alongside your work.
Choose from either:
- full time: two years on-campus, three days a week 9am–5pm on weekdays
- part time: four years online, two to three nights a week 5pm–8pm on weeknights.
The Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) is a highly practical course that integrates with your work in the construction industry, so you must have access to active building sites while you’re studying.
Connect to industry with hands-on learning
At VU, you’ll learn from teachers who have the latest industry-standard skills and years of experience on job sites. Plus, get industry and professional experience through:
- site visits
- industry projects
- live work
- industry endorsed workshops
- industry simulation.
Learn in high-tech trades facilities
You’ll develop your skills at our unique construction hub, a multi-million-dollar trade training centre with a six-star green rating on our Sunshine Campus.
The modern high-tech labs and dynamic workshops include:
- concrete laboratory
- survey laboratory
- engine laboratory
- soldering/construction laboratories
- power systems laboratory
- computer workstations with simulation and modelling software.
Information sessions
Find out more about starting a career in construction. Attend an information session, presented by our industry experts.
Registration is not required.
Details:
- when: every Thursday, 2pm–3pm.
- where: Sunshine Campus, Building C, Room C206.
For more information, email: advanced.building@vu.edu.au.
Careers in building
With a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) from VU, you’ll be equipped to take on greater responsibility in building and construction.
Take advantage of working within one of Australia’s largest industries, with 10% further growth expected by 2026. You could take on roles such as:
- registered builder
- estimator
- building supervisor
- construction manager.
Nationally recognised training
This course is nationally recognised training.
Course structure
To be awarded the CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), 27 units must be completed consisting of:
- 24 core units
- 3 elective units, of which:
- a maximum of one unit may be from any training package or accredited course as long as it ensures the integrity of the qualification's Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contributes to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Course structure and units
VU Polytechnic delivers the electives listed in the ‘course structure and units’ below. These electives have been selected based on industry needs, graduate pathways and/or student and teacher feedback. Alternative suitable electives are only available via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT).
Core units
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- Unit code
- BSBOPS504
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- Unit code
- BSBWHS513
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4001
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4003
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4004
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4005
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4008
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4009
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4010
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4012
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4013
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4014
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4018
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4053
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5001
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5002
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5003
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5005
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5007
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5010
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5011
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5013
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5018
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5019
ELECTIVE UNITS
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- Unit code
- BSBPMG532
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- Unit code
- BSBPMG538
IMPORTED UNITS
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4026
Students who commenced prior to 2023
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- Unit code
- CPCWHS1001
Learning outcomes
This qualification reflects the role of building professionals who apply knowledge of structural principles, risk and financial management, estimating, preparing and administering building and construction contracts, selecting contractors, overseeing the work and its quality and managing construction work in building projects including residential and commercial with the following limitations:
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Residential construction limited to National Construction Code Class 1 and 10 buildings to a maximum of 3 storeys.
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Commercial construction limited to National Construction Code Class 2 to 9 buildings, Type C and B construction.
Admission & pathways
Victoria University is committed to providing a transparent admissions process. Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.
Applicants for this course will need to have met the academic requirements and prerequisites for this course outlined below.
Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.
Entry requirements
International applicants must complete to determine suitability:
- Pre-training Review (PTR)
- IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no band less than 5.5
- attend an interview
Students will/may need to have access to a building and construction site. However, if the student is not working in an appropriate industry, VU can support the student with veer simulation activities.
Find out if you meet the entry requirements, including English language and academic requirements.
Pathways from VU courses
There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.
Find out more about pathways and credits.
Pathways from other institutions
If you have completed any of the following course(s), you will be guaranteed a place in this course. In some cases you may receive credit for your previous study, reducing the time it takes to complete your course.
Builders Academy Australia, Australia
You will be credited for up to 96 credit points of study.
Builders Academy Australia, Australia
You will be credited for up to 96 credit points of study.
Builders Academy Australia, Australia
You will be credited for up to 96 credit points of study.
Find out more about pathways and credits.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Use our credit calculator to find out how much credit you could get towards your course, based on your previous study.
You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.
Call us on 1300 TAFE VP (1300 823 387) to discuss RPL options with the course manager.
Pathways to further study
On completion of this course you will be guaranteed entry into the following degree and in some cases receive credit for your study:
You will be credited for up to 96 credit points of study.
You will be credited for up to 96 credit points of study.
You will be credited for up to 144 credit points of study.
Find out more about our study pathways to VU
How to apply
Prior to enrolment, all applicants will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment to assist with determining eligibility and to identify learning support needs.
We are currently accepting international applications, and we welcome you to apply for this course.
Click 'apply' to begin, and we will guide you through the application process.
If you have questions, please get in touch:
- Phone: +61 3 9919 1164
- Online: enquiry form
Information and fees listed above are for non-resident students. Fees are accurate at the time of viewing and will be subject to annual increases. Some courses require students to purchase equipment or clothing that they will need in the course. These equipment or clothing costs are not included in the course fees listed above – check your Letter of Offer for an estimate on non-tuition-fee-related expenses.
VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this course information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that course information is current with the Student Contact Centre.
