Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
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Get the skills you need to work effectively as a builder
You will learn essential skills from our industry professionals. You will learn how to
- apply building codes and standards
- select and prepare a construction contracts
- identify and produce estimated costs for building projects
- prepare and evaluate tender documentation
- monitor costing systems on building and construction projects
- supervise the planning of on-site medium rise building or construction work
- manage construction work
- apply structural principles to the construction of medium rise buildings
- apply principles of OHS risk management
- manage project quality
- manage project risk
This qualification will help you to meet the licensing and registration requirements to become registered builders.
Course Essentials
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Location:
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College:College of Engineering and Science
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Duration:2 years
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Intake:February
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Course code:CPC50210
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CRICOS:076267M
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Fees:A$6440.00 per semester
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This information is for international students.
How to apply
We are currently accepting applications for this course.
Methods of applying:
- You can apply direct to VU
Already a VU student?
You can transfer into this course through our internal transfer process.
For more info contact the
College of Engineering and Science

Careers
- Builder
- Estimator
- Building Supervisor
Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.
Course Objectives
This qualification is designed to meet the needs of builders, including selecting contractors, overseeing the work and its quality, and liaising with clients. This qualification is designed to assist in meeting the licensing/registration requirements of those wishing to become a registered builder.
Units and electives
18 units of competency are required for award of this qualification: 13 compulsory units 5 elective units.
Core Units of Study
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4001A
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4003A
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4004A
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4010B
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4013A
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5001B
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5002A
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5003A
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5010B
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5018A
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- Unit code
- BSBOHS504B
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- Unit code
- BSBPMG505A
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- Unit code
- BSBPMG508A
Elective Units of Study
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5006B
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5011A
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- Unit code
- BSBWOR501B
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC4012A
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- Unit code
- CPCCSV6005A
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- Unit code
- CPCCBC5007A
What's a unit?
A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.
Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take, and optional 'elective' units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.
Admission Information
- Successful completion of VCE/VCAL or equivalent.
English language requirements
Find out if you meet the entry requirements, including English language and academic requirements.
Admission requirements in your country
Find out if you meet the minimum academic (international qualification) requirements to be eligible to apply for this course by reviewing the academic entry requirements listed by country.How to apply for this course
If you have questions about your application, you can:
- speak to a staff member. Phone +61 3 9919 1164, press 1 and follow the voice prompts
- make an online enquiry
Get in touch
Contact us to discuss your course options:
Ring us on +61 3 9919 1164
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Information and fees listed above are for non-resident students starting the course in 2013. Fees are subject to approval and may change. In some courses students must buy equipment or clothing that they will need in the course. These equipment or clothing costs are not included in the course fees listed above and we recommend you seek advice from the relevant faculty.
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.