CPC50220 – Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) – 103770A
COURSE CODE : CPC50220 | CRICOS CODE : 103770A
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The CPC50220 – Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) 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.
- Builder
- General Foreperson
- Building Inspector
This course has been designed to meet the needs of a building professional who coordinates the construction of a building, taking responsibility for the overall completion of the job, including selecting contractors, overseeing the work and its quality, and liaising with the client.
Throughout the course, you will learn the professional skills and knowledge required for the management, supervision and administration of residential, industrial and commercial building projects.
You’ll learn all aspects of the building industry, including:- project planning, management, estimation and monitoring
- structural principles (residential and commercial)
- occupational health and safety requirements
- thermal principles
- building regulations and
- building services.
COURSE DETAILS
Qualification Pathways
After successfully completing the Diploma of Building and Construction, students may apply for the:
- Bachelor of Building Surveying
- Bachelor of Construction Management
Note: While ACFE may not offer all the qualifications indicated within the pathway, we identify relevant progression that may be attained.
Course Delivery and Duration
The program will be delivered over 78 weeks with face to face class.
Intake Dates
/02/2021 | /05/2021 |
/08/2021 | /11/2021 |
Course Delivery Location
Victoria – 341 Queen Street Melbourne VIC 3000
New South Wales – 37 George St Parramatta NSW 2150
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities resulting from the completion of this course may include following job roles:
- Project Manager
- Building Manager
- Site Supervisor
- Estimator
- Project Supervisor
- Foreperson
Entry Requirements
- 18 years or older upon application
- All applicants are required to have successfully completed an LLN test and demonstrate competence for all indicators to enrol for this qualification
For international students, ACFE accepts following proof of a level of English proficiency:
- IELTS Overall 5.5 band (no band below 5.0)
- TOEFL iBT (Internet-based) 69-79 with no band less than 14
- TOEFL Paper 523 (with a min. TWE 3.5)
- TOEFL CBT (Combuted-based) 193 (with a min.TWE 3.5)
- PTE Academic 46 with no communicative skill score less than 40
Note: Some assessment tasks are completed using a computer and internet, and it is essential for the student to possess basic computer skills.
Course Fees
- International Students:
Melbourne Campus : $12,300 AUD (includes materials & Administration Fee)
Sydney Campus : $13,500 AUD (includes materials & Administration Fee) - Fees are subject to changes
Units of Competency
This qualification requires the successful completion of 27 units of competency:
24 Core units and 3 Electives
Note: Not all elective units listed may be available to study, please enquire for more information before enrolling.
Core Units – 24 | |
BSBOPS504 | Manage risk |
BSBWHS513 | Lead WHS risk management |
CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings |
CPCCBC4003 | Select, prepare and administer a construction contract |
CPCCBC4004 | Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects |
CPCCBC4005 | Produce labour and material schedules for ordering |
CPCCBC4008 | Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects |
CPCCBC4009 | Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects |
CPCCBC4010 | Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions |
CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
CPCCBC4013 | Prepare and evaluate tender documentation |
CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings |
CPCCBC4018 | Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects |
CPCCBC4053 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C buildings |
CPCCBC5001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction |
CPCCBC5002 | Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects |
CPCCBC5003 | Supervise the planning of onsite building and construction work |
CPCCBC5005 | Select and manage building and construction contractors |
CPCCBC5007 | Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor |
CPCCBC5010 | Manage construction work |
CPCCBC5011 | Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction |
CPCCBC5013 | Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects |
CPCCBC5018 | Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys |
CPCCBC5019 | Manage building and construction business finances |
Elective Units – 3 | |
BSBPMG532 | Manage project quality |
BSBPMG538 | Manage project stakeholder engagement |
CPCCBC4052 | Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry |
CPCCBC5004 | Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materials |
CPCCBC5006 | Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building projects up to three storeys |
CPCCBC5009 | Identify services layout and connection methods for Type C and B construction |
CPCCBC5012 | Manage the application and monitoring of energy conservation and management practices and processes |
CPCCBC6001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for large building projects |
CPCCDE5001 | Conduct air monitoring and clearance inspections for asbestos removal work |
CPCSUS5001 | Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability |
CPCSUS5002 | Develop action plans to retrofit existing buildings for energy efficiency |
CPCSUS5003 | Manage energy efficient building methods and strategies |
CPPDSM5022A | Implement asset management plan |
Prerequisite requirements | |
Unit of competency | Prerequisite requirement |
CPCCBC5018 Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys | CPCCBC5001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction CPCCBC4053 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C buildings |
CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions | CPCCBC4053 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings |







Course Fees
Melbourne : $12,300 AUD
Sydney : $13,500 AUD
(includes materials & Administration Fee)
Intakes
2021
February, May, August, November
Mode of Study
Face to Face
Blended / Online learning
Duration
78 weeks
COURSE CODE : CPC50220 | CRICOS CODE : 103770A









Course Fees
Melbourne : $12,300 AUD
Sydney : $13,500 AUD
(includes materials & Administration Fee)
Intakes
2021
February, May, August, November
Mode of Study
Face to Face
Blended / Online learning
Duration
78 weeks
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The CPC50220 – Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) 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.
- Builder
- General Foreperson
- Building Inspector
This course has been designed to meet the needs of a building professional who coordinates the construction of a building, taking responsibility for the overall completion of the job, including selecting contractors, overseeing the work and its quality, and liaising with the client.
Throughout the course, you will learn the professional skills and knowledge required for the management, supervision and administration of residential, industrial and commercial building projects.
You’ll learn all aspects of the building industry, including:- project planning, management, estimation and monitoring
- structural principles (residential and commercial)
- occupational health and safety requirements
- thermal principles
- building regulations and
- building services.
COURSE DETAILS
Qualification Pathways
After successfully completing the Diploma of Building and Construction, students may apply for the:
- Bachelor of Building Surveying
- Bachelor of Construction Management
Note: While ACFE may not offer all the qualifications indicated within the pathway, we identify relevant progression that may be attained.
Course Delivery and Duration
The program will be delivered over 78 weeks with face to face class.
Intake Dates
/02/2021 | /05/2021 |
/08/2021 | /11/2021 |
Course Delivery Location
Victoria – 341 Queen Street Melbourne VIC 3000
New South Wales – 37 George St Parramatta NSW 2150
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities resulting from the completion of this course may include following job roles:
- Project Manager
- Building Manager
- Site Supervisor
- Estimator
- Project Supervisor
- Foreperson
Entry Requirements
- 18 years or older upon application
- All applicants are required to have successfully completed an LLN test and demonstrate competence for all indicators to enrol for this qualification
For international students, ACFE accepts following proof of a level of English proficiency:
- IELTS Overall 5.5 band (no band below 5.0)
- TOEFL iBT (Internet-based) 69-79 with no band less than 14
- TOEFL Paper 523 (with a min. TWE 3.5)
- TOEFL CBT (Combuted-based) 193 (with a min.TWE 3.5)
- PTE Academic 46 with no communicative skill score less than 40
Note: Some assessment tasks are completed using a computer and internet, and it is essential for the student to possess basic computer skills.
Course Fees
- International Students:
Melbourne Campus : $12,300 AUD (includes materials & Administration Fee)
Sydney Campus : $13,500 AUD (includes materials & Administration Fee) - Fees are subject to changes
Units of Competency
This qualification requires the successful completion of 27 units of competency:
24 Core units and 3 Electives
Note: Not all elective units listed may be available to study, please enquire for more information before enrolling.
Core Units – 24 | |
BSBOPS504 | Manage risk |
BSBWHS513 | Lead WHS risk management |
CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings |
CPCCBC4003 | Select, prepare and administer a construction contract |
CPCCBC4004 | Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects |
CPCCBC4005 | Produce labour and material schedules for ordering |
CPCCBC4008 | Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects |
CPCCBC4009 | Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects |
CPCCBC4010 | Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions |
CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
CPCCBC4013 | Prepare and evaluate tender documentation |
CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings |
CPCCBC4018 | Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects |
CPCCBC4053 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C buildings |
CPCCBC5001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction |
CPCCBC5002 | Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects |
CPCCBC5003 | Supervise the planning of onsite building and construction work |
CPCCBC5005 | Select and manage building and construction contractors |
CPCCBC5007 | Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor |
CPCCBC5010 | Manage construction work |
CPCCBC5011 | Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction |
CPCCBC5013 | Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects |
CPCCBC5018 | Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys |
CPCCBC5019 | Manage building and construction business finances |
Elective Units – 3 | |
BSBPMG532 | Manage project quality |
BSBPMG538 | Manage project stakeholder engagement |
CPCCBC4052 | Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry |
CPCCBC5004 | Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materials |
CPCCBC5006 | Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building projects up to three storeys |
CPCCBC5009 | Identify services layout and connection methods for Type C and B construction |
CPCCBC5012 | Manage the application and monitoring of energy conservation and management practices and processes |
CPCCBC6001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for large building projects |
CPCCDE5001 | Conduct air monitoring and clearance inspections for asbestos removal work |
CPCSUS5001 | Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability |
CPCSUS5002 | Develop action plans to retrofit existing buildings for energy efficiency |
CPCSUS5003 | Manage energy efficient building methods and strategies |
CPPDSM5022A | Implement asset management plan |
Prerequisite requirements | |
Unit of competency | Prerequisite requirement |
CPCCBC5018 Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys | CPCCBC5001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction CPCCBC4053 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C buildings |
CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions | CPCCBC4053 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings |