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Overview

You will learn the skills and knowledge to work in the building and construction industry to plan, manage, and oversee building projects.

This course develops your skills in managing construction schedules and budgets, administering contracts, and coordinating site operations.

You will gain knowledge of building codes and standards, workplace health and safety management, quality assurance, environmental sustainability, and risk management.

You will also build leadership and communication skills needed to supervise teams and to liaise with clients and stakeholders.

Qualification:

 Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) CPC50320

Course No:

 DP-TS64

Campus:

 CIT Bruce 

Duration:

3 (17 week) semesters full-time (approx. 15 hours per week) or part-time equivalent face-to-face and online training.

Classes run 4 days per week (Monday to Thursday evenings) for 3-4 hours per class.

3 semesters full-time. Classes are face-to-face (F2F), 5:30-8:30pm, with some afternoons required (2-5pm). Some subjects are delivered via a mix of face to face (F2F), self-paced online learning (OL) and online webinars.

Cost Info:

Enrolment fees for this course are based on the costs per subject as indicated below. The total course cost may vary depending on the choice of elective subjects or if subjects are attempted more than once. Subject costs identified as Standard are partially subsidised by the ACT Government. Concessions may be available to eligible students.

Fee information for completing this course under an Australian Apprenticeship arrangement is available on the Apprenticeships and Traineeships page. The total course cost may vary if subjects are attempted more than once.

Indicative Cost:

Standard $1,940

ACT Apprentice/Trainee $750

Likely Job Outcome:

Occupational titles may include:

  • Project manager
  • Construction manager
  • Estimating manager
  • Sales manager

Application Type:

 Standard; Apprentice/Trainee
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Timetable

To find out more about class scheduling, request a timetable.

Additional Information

You must bring a laptop to class. We strongly recommend you use a Windows based device because the software used as part of the training at CIT is Windows compatible.

If you choose to use a Mac or another operating system may need to install additional software, such as virtualisation or compatibility software, to access and use the required training software. Any additional software, licensing, or setup costs associated with using a non‑Windows device will be your responsibility.

Entry Requirements

You must complete a Language Literacy Numeracy and Digital (LLND) test and achieve a level 4 score.

We recommend that you have access to a construction workplace to provide the experiences to consolidate the learning you will undertake.

Skills Recognition

To study any course at CIT (excluding non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).

Literacy Skills Information

We suggest that you will need Australian Core Skills Framework literacy levels of at least 4 across reading, writing, learning, oral communication and, depending on your course of study, numeracy skills to successfully complete this course. If you do not have this level, you can still enrol and seek support to improve your skills or you may prefer to begin with the lower level course. Please visit Foundation Skills.

Transition Information

Qualifications at CIT are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. CIT will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.

Subject Cancellations/Changes

To ensure positive outcomes for all students, CIT may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. CIT will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via CIT Self Service or by contacting CIT Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.


Subject Information

Complete 15 subjects

Core: Complete all 8

  • BSBPMG536   Manage project risk
    • CIT Code: BUSN503
      Cost: Standard $100.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage risks that may impact achievement of project objectives. It involves identifying, analysing, treating and monitoring project risks, and assessing risk management outcomes.The unit applies to individuals responsible for managing and leading a project in an organisation, business, or as a consultant.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • BSBWHS513   Lead WHS risk management
    • CIT Code: BUSN587
      Cost: Standard $120.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead the management of work health and safety (WHS) risks in an organisation. The unit includes facilitating the identification of hazards and potential hazards, leading the assessment of associated risks, selecting and implementing suitable risk controls, and evaluating the overall effectiveness of the organisational WHS risk management process. It involves communicating with stakeholders throughout the process. The unit applies to those in an organisation who provide specialised knowledge and guidance to a range of personnel when leading the management of WHS risks. NOTES 1. The terms ‘occupational health and safety’ (OHS) and ‘work health and safety’ (WHS) are equivalent, and generally either can be used in the workplace. In jurisdictions where model WHS laws have not been implemented, registered training organisations (RTOs) are advised to contextualise this unit of competency by referring to existing WHS legislative requirements. 2. The model WHS laws include the model WHS Act, model WHS Regulations and model WHS Codes of Practice. See Safe Work Australia for further information. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCBC4001   Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings
    • CIT Code: BLDG244
      Cost: Standard $170.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to access, interpret and apply relevant building codes and standards applicable to the National Construction Code (NCC) Classes 1 and 10 buildings, to a maximum of two storeys. It includes knowledge of the structure of the NCC, as well as the ability to access relevant information from the code as applicable to various building projects. It applies to builders, site managers and related construction industry professionals responsible for ensuring compliance with building codes and standards related to residential construction projects.This unit of competency is suitable for those using specialised knowledge to complete routine and non-routine tasks and using their own judgement to deal with predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, regulatory or registration requirements apply to this unit of competency in some jurisdictions. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm these requirements.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCBC4053   Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings
    • CIT Code: BLDG265
      Cost: Standard $170.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to access, interpret and apply relevant building codes and standards applicable to National Construction Code (NCC) Class 2 to 9 Type C building projects. It includes knowledge of the structure of the NCC, as well as the ability to access relevant information from the code as applicable to various building projects.It applies to builders, site managers and related construction industry professionals responsible for ensuring compliance with building codes and standards related to Class 2 to 9 Type C construction projects.This unit of competency is suitable for those using specialised knowledge to complete routine and non-routine tasks and using their own judgement to deal with predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, regulatory or registration requirements apply to this unit of competency in some jurisdictions. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm these requirements.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCBC5002   Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects
    • CIT Code: BLDG267
      Cost: Standard $130.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to monitor costing systems for building and construction projects. It includes processes and practices involved in controlling costs, and the production and maintenance of expenditure schedules and other arrangements, to ensure contracts or projects remain on budget. This unit of competency applies to builders, senior managers in building and construction firms, and other construction industry personnel who work independently and in groups to investigate, evaluate and report project costing.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCBC5005   Select and manage building and construction contractors
    • CIT Code: BLDG270
      Cost: Standard $130.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to select and manage building and construction contractors. It includes identifying and quantifying project resource needs and engaging with contractors to determine contract conditions and evaluating their performance.This unit of competency applies to builders and senior managers within building and construction firms and other construction industry personnel who engage and manage various contractors with diverse occupations. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, regulatory or registration requirements apply to this unit of competency in some jurisdictions. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm these requirements.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCBC5007   Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor
    • CIT Code: BLDG272
      Cost: Standard $130.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor, as either party to a contract. It includes maintaining legal obligations, licensing and registration, and managing systems for ensuring compliance with legislation.It applies to National Construction Code (NCC) classifications:Residential - Class 1 and 10 buildings, maximum three storeysCommercial - Class 2 to 9, Type B and C.This unit of competency applies to builders, senior managers within building and construction organisations and other construction industry personnel responsible for administering and ensuring contractor obligations and responsibilities are fulfilled for building and construction projects. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, regulatory or registration requirements apply to this unit of competency in some jurisdictions. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm these requirements.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCBC5019   Manage building and construction business finances
    • CIT Code: BLDG283
      Cost: Standard $130.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to manage and administer finances within a building and construction business. It includes managing business financial risks, revenue and expenditure and meeting statutory financial obligations. This unit of competency applies to builders, site supervisors and related construction industry professionals responsible for managing organisational finance systems to ensure the financial viability of a building and construction business. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil

Electives: Complete 7

  • CPCCBC4003   Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
    • CIT Code: BLDG281
      Cost: Standard $80.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to select, prepare and administer contracts for commercial and residential construction projects. It includes contract selection, administration of a range of documents related to the contract and identifying causes of breach of contract. It applies to National Construction Code (NCC) classifications: Residential - Class 1 and 10 buildings, maximum two storeys Commercial - Class 2 to 9, Type C only constructions. It applies to builders, estimators and project and site managers who interpret complex documents and communicate clearly and succinctly during contract negotiations. This unit of competency is suitable for people operating with autonomy. A person working at this level would be expected to take responsibility for selecting and preparing construction contracts. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. Licensing, regulatory or registration requirements apply to this unit of competency in some jurisdictions. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm these requirements.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCBC4004   Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
    • CIT Code: BLDG246
      Cost: Standard $210.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to establish estimated costs associated with the acquisition of materials and labour for building and construction projects. It includes factoring in relevant overhead costs and margins.This unit of competency applies to estimators, builders, managers and trade contractors within the construction industry responsible for producing estimated costs on various residential and commercial construction projects within their scope of work as a trade contractor or builder.This unit of competency is suitable for those using specialised knowledge to complete routine and non-routine tasks and using their own judgement to deal with predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, regulatory or registration requirements apply to this unit of competency in some jurisdictions. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm these requirements.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCBC5011   Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction
    • CIT Code: BLDG275
      Cost: Standard $130.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan and implement effective environmental practices and processes and manage improvements of environmental issues. It includes determining and managing energy efficient systems, measuring and dealing with non-conforming practices and improving performance.This unit of competency applies to builders, senior managers and other construction industry professionals responsible for developing effective environmental management plans and strategies to reduce environmental risk on building and construction projects.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • BSBPMG532   Manage project quality
    • CIT Code: BUSN499
      Cost: Standard $130.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage quality within projects. It involves determining quality requirements, implementing quality control and assurance processes, and using review and evaluation to make quality improvements in current and future projects.The unit applies to individuals responsible for managing and leading a project in an organisation, business, or as a consultant. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCBIM4001   Plan to comply with BIM requirements for construction work
    • CIT Code: BLDG304
      Cost: Standard $80.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to recognise a project’s Building Information Modelling (BIM) requirements and plan subsequent activities related to own construction work. It includes preparing the tools and technologies required to enable digital processes such as accessing and comparing 2D drawings and 3D models and related data. The unit applies to builders, tradespersons, project and site managers who work on construction projects that incorporate BIM interaction, collaboration and deliverables. It requires digital literacy skills to use software via information and communication technology (ICT), including applications on mobile devices to find, retrieve and communicate information. A person who has achieved this unit of competency is able to work with autonomy and take responsibility for applying BIM processes to construction work. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCBC4009   Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects
    • CIT Code: BLDG251
      Cost: Standard $80.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to apply legal requirements to residential and commercial building and construction projects. It includes meeting licensing requirements, complying with financial and insurance laws and meeting the conditions of building contracts. It applies to National Construction Code (NCC) classifications: Residential - Class 1 and 10 buildings, maximum two storeysCommercial --Class 2 to 9, Type C only constructions.This unit of competency applies to builders, site managers, forepersons, estimators and other construction industry personnel responsible for applying legal requirements to residential or commercial building and construction projects.This unit of competency is suitable for those using specialised knowledge to complete routine and non-routine tasks and using their own judgement to deal with predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems relating to legal requirements of building and construction projects.Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, regulatory or registration requirements apply to this unit of competency in some jurisdictions. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm these requirements.
      Prerequisites: Nil
  • CPCCBC4005   Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
    • CIT Code: BLDG247
      Cost: Standard $150.00
      Apprentice $50.00
      Description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to produce schedules for physical and human resources and materials for residential or commercial projects. It includes monitoring project schedules and tracking and recording costs as they are incurred.This unit of competency applies to site managers and forepersons, estimators, project managers and builders in the construction industry with responsibility for producing schedules for ordering materials and allocating labour.This unit of competency is suitable for those using specialised knowledge to complete routine and non-routine tasks and using their own judgement to deal with predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, regulatory or registration requirements apply to this unit of competency in some jurisdictions. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm these requirements.
      Prerequisites: Nil

Related Courses

Diploma Building and Construction (Building) CPC50220
Certificate IV Building and Construction CPC40120
Certificate II Construction Pathways CPC20220

More Information

For more information about this course please contact CIT Student Services on (02) 6207 3188 or email infoline@cit.edu.au