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 CPCWHS1001 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.

course pathways

On successful completion of this course students may be eligible to undertake CPC50320 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) (Management) or CPC60220 – Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management).

Employment Pathway for Students

This qualification provides a pathway to work as:

• Builder
• General Foreperson
• Building Inspector

**Please Note: The pathways are not prerequisites; rather a reference point that can be utilised by CIT when determining the suitability for enrolment with prospective learners. For additional details please refer Entry Requirements.

Entry Requirements

All international students should be able to meet the English requirements as required under the assessment level of the student by Department of Home Affairs. Cornell Institute of training accepts the results from International English Language Testing System (IELTS), PTE Academic English or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) as below:

Acceptable Form of evidence for English Language Profi¬ciency at Cornell Institute of Training	Acceptable Score for Direct Entry Level for Certifi¬cate/ Diploma/ Advanced Diploma Courses
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Academic	6
Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) - (IBT)	60-78
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)- (IBT)	51.6

Academic Requirements:

Australian year 12 Equivalent of other countries

Age Requirements:

For international students, CIT has a requirement that all students must be over 18 years of age at the commencement of course.

Other entry requirements apply:

Cornell Institute of Training conducts pre-enrolment needs analysis to best tailor the course and support services to all the candidates. A pre-enrolment interview and LLND assessment may also be required

Course Structure

Unit of Competency Code	Unit of Competency Title	Core/Elective
CPCCBC4053	Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C Buildings	Core
CPCCBC4001	Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings	Core
CPCCBC5018*	Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys	Core
CPCCBC5011	Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction	Core
CPCCBC4008	Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects	Core
CPCCBC4010*	Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions	Core
CPCCBC4012	Read and interpret plans and specifications	Core
CPCCBC4014	Prepare simple building sketches and drawings	Core
CPCCBC4018	Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects	Core
BSBWHS513	Lead WHS risk management	Core
CPCCBC4013	Prepare and evaluate tender documentation	Core
CPCCBC4004	Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects	Core
CPCCBC4005	Produce labour and material schedules for ordering	Core
CPCCBC5001	Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction	Core
CPCCBC5002	Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects	Core
CPCCBC4009	Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects	Core
CPCCBC5007	Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor	Core
CPCCBC5013	Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects	Core
CPCCBC5003	Supervise the planning of onsite building and construction work	Core
CPCCBC4003	Select, prepare and administer a construction contract	Core
CPCCBC5005	Select and manage building and construction contractors	Core
CPCCBC5010	Manage construction work	Core
BSBOPS504	Manage business risk	Core
CPCCBC5019	Manage building and construction business finances	Core
CPCCBC4052	Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry	Elective
CPCSUS5001	Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability	Elective
BSBTWK503	Manage Meetings	Elective

Assessment Method

• Demonstrations
• Workplace Training
• Projects
• Case Studies
• Written Questions Answers

Mode of Delivery

The course is delivered via face-to-face training and independent study. The following techniques are employed during face-to-face delivery depending on the subject matter: trainer demonstrations, power point presentations, individual tasks, case studies, research, role plays, practical demonstrations and group work. The context of the simulated workplace environment will be incorporated into delivery methodologies and students’ complete tasks to workplace standards.

Students also undertake independent study and assessment activities in addition to scheduled classes. Examples of activities include undertaking homework set by trainers, research, reading, practicing applying knowledge and skills learnt in class, and preparing for and undertaking out of class assessment tasks.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Recognition of Prior Learning is the process of formal recognition for skills and knowledge gained through previous learning. You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning for part or all of your intended course, based on your previous experiences and learning. For further information refer to www.cornell.vic.edu.au

Credit Transfer

You may be eligible for a credit transfer if you have previously undertaken training through an Australian Registered Training Organisation. Students who have successfully completed whole units of competency with an Australian Registered Training Organisation that are identical to any of those contained within this course can apply for Credit Transfer.

International students

Cornell Institute of Training offers various intakes throughout the year. International students can enter the course at any of these intakes, subject to meeting entry requirements.