CPC50220 Diploma of Building And Construction (Building)
CPC50220 Diploma of Building And Construction (Building)
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: Residential…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
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:
- Residential construction limited to National Construction Code Class 1 and 10 buildings to a maximum of 3 storeys.
- Commercial construction limited to National Construction Code Class 2 to 9 buildings, Type C and B construction.
Occupational titles may include:
- Builder
- General Foreperson
- Building Inspector
The construction industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment. To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have access to a live building and construction workplace to meet the requirements detailed in the Assessment Requirements of core unit CPCCBC4008 Supervise communication and administration processes 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 unit CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
Builder licensing varies across States and Territories and requirements additional to the attainment of this qualification may be required.
PATHWAYS
Once students have successfully completed CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), they can apply for various roles across management positions that have supervisory performance accountabilities.
The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
Higher Education programs with other education providers within the Building and Construction sector, subject to meeting entry requirements of the intended qualification.
COURSE STRUCTURE:
A total of 27 Units (24 Core and 3 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the qualification CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building). Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) for that unit/s without completing all 27 units in the qualification. Students completing all the required units of competency will attain full qualification.
REQUIREMENTS
There is no pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students and Nortwest Pty Ltd. requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:
- Have demonstrated an IELTS level at score of least 5.5 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
- Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Nortwest Pty Ltd. is able to provide.
- Must be a proficient user of advanced calculators.
- Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent or must be of matured age with adequate LLN skills.
- Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Nortwest College is an educational provider based out of Brookvale and Sydney. It offers programs in business, management, marketing, project management and website development from certificates up to diploma and advanced diploma level. The college uses industry representatives to keep its curriculum updated and relevant. Its training focuses on gaining real experience with industry benchmark.
