Program Details
Qualification Code
Training Package
Qualification
Requirements
CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package
Total number of units = 27
24 core units plus
3 elective units, of which:
•
a maximum of one unit may be from any training package or accredited course as long as it
ensures the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF)
alignment and contributes to a valid, industry supported vocational outcome.
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.
Purpose
The purpose of this program is to prepare students to commence their career by covering covers
building theory and practice related to residential, industrial and commercial building. Students
develop specialist skills and knowledge in plan interpretation, drafting, quantities take-off, estimating,
scheduling, construction technology, occupational health and safety (OHS), site supervisor surveying,
cost control and business management. Students also gain general skills in design, problem-solving,
construction technology, project documentation and project administration, including quality
assurance.
Learner Characteristics/
Target Group
The target market for this program includes learners willing to work with the construction industry or
are undertaking a traineeship. You must have access to active building sites. The target market also
includes those learners willing to take responsibility for coordinating the complete construction of a
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