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CPC60220

Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)

Take your building and construction management career to the next level with this advanced qualification. Apply for your Builder Project Management Services licence and become a qualified project manager or job site supervisor for high-rise construction work.

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NEXT INTAKE Start date: 24 Jan 2025 Duration: up to 2 years View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
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$9,750
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Course overview

Progress your project management career in the building and construction industry with this advanced course. This course meets the technical requirements for you to apply for your Builder Project Management Services licence.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as construction managers grew very strongly over the past five years and is expected to continue to see strong growth. There are likely to be around 54,000 job openings in this area over the next five years. 

In this course you will gain advanced knowledge of building projects to allow you to provide advisory, administrative and management services for the construction of large, high-rise and complex buildings. You will learn to apply structural principles, assess faults, apply building codes and standards, and manage compliance with legal obligations. You may also gain the skills required to administer project contracts and certify timing, quality and cost matters.

Successful completion of this course will open up opportunities as a building project manager. You will be able to apply for your Builder Project Management Services licence and provide services for high-rise and complex building projects.

What can I do?

  • Estimator
  • Site Supervisor
  • Construction Project Manager

Course outcome:

CPC60220 Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)

University pathways

TAFE Queensland's partnerships with Australia's top universities means you will be credited for your time with us if you decide to upgrade your qualification. Successful completion of your Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) will qualify you for credit towards a Bachelor of Construction degree with the University of Southern Queensland (USQ).

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 6 elective units from the list below.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBWHS516
    Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining an organisation's WHS management system
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBWHS516
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to the development, implementation and maintenance of elements of a work health and safety management system (WHSMS). WHSMSs support organisations in systematically managing work health and safety (WHS) in the workplace. WHSMSs consist of a documented set of plans, actions and procedures that target improvements.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Contribute to developing, implementing and maintaining an organisation's WHS management system

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCBC6001
    Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for large building projects
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCBC6001
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to access, interpret and apply relevant building codes and standards applicable to the construction processes of large, high-rise and complex buildings. It includes ensuring building design and specifications comply with the National Construction Code (NCC) and related standards for large residential or commercial building projects.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for large building projects

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCBC6003
    Establish, maintain and review contract administration procedures and frameworks
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCBC6003
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to manage organisational contract administration procedures and frameworks for building and construction projects. It includes establishing and maintaining a contract management system necessary to produce accurate and successful project outcomes in accordance with organisational guidelines.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Establish, maintain and review contract administration procedures and frameworks

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCBC6018
    Manage processes for complying with legal obligations of a building and construction contractor
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCBC6018
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to manage the processes to ensure the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor involved in either residential and/or commercial contracting projects are fully met.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Manage processes for complying with legal obligations of a building and construction contractor

Ways to study
Choose your study location

  • All of your study will be done online and you can work through your studies at your own pace. You can access your learning materials 24/7 through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

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STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online self-directed
24 Jan 2025
up to 2 years
Part time 15 hours per week
  • Full fee: $9,750

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

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  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    100%
  • On Campus Time
    0%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

24 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 2 years
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 15 hours per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $9,750

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Self-paced
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Zoom
You will be able to access your learning materials 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from the first day of your study period for the relevant units of competency. You must be enrolled to access your learning materials.

Online self-directed study allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Learn more 

 

Online virtual classroom study allows you to enjoy the freedom of choosing where you study, with no on-campus commitments. Virtual classes are delivered online, to a scheduled timetable, allowing you to interact with fellow students and high-quality educators from the comfort of a location that best suits you. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements. Learn more 

 

Online with on campus practical allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study to complete the online component of your course followed up by a scheduled practical component on campus.

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Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) (CPC60220)

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Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)

COURSE CODE: CPC60220
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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VET Student Loan - $18,097 cap

The VET Student Loans program assists eligible students enrolled in approved courses to pay their tuition fees.  The Australian Government charges full fee-paying (non-subsidised) students a 20 per cent loan fee in addition to their tuition fees.  A VET Student Loan is a debt that must be repaid.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria
  • A Sound Achievement in Year 12 English and Mathematics is highly recommended;
  • You must either supply a copy of your Year 12 Certificate issued by the state certifying body in the state you completed year 12 or undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment by the first course census date.

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Apply through QTAC

You can apply to study this course through the Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre (QTAC). You will need to submit your application on the QTAC website. It will be assessed, and if you are successful you will receive an offer directly through QTAC. You will need to accept your offer from QTAC before enrolling with TAFE Queensland.

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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