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Find out more about the Diploma of Building and Construction
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Enquire nowThis course is delivered by Orange International College Pty. Ltd. | ABN : 15 167 063 596, CRICOS Provider Code : 03446A | RTO No : 41315
Student
International
Cricos Course Code
103773J
Blended learning model (70% face-toface and 30% guided online learning)
235 Ingles Street Port Melbourne VIC 3207 Level 8, 86 Collins Street, Hobart 7000
This qualification will be delivered as full-time study over the course of 72 weeks and 17 weeks as breaks/holidays. Duration may vary based on mode of delivery and/or RPL and CT
The construction industry emphasizes that training and assessment for skill recognition must occur in a real or closely simulated workplace environment. To meet the requirements of core unit CPCCBC4008, Supervise Communication and Administration Processes for Building and Construction Projects, students must have access to a live building and construction workplace. Additionally, for CPCCBC4018, Apply Site Surveys and Set-Out Procedures to Building and Construction Projects, students must have access to appropriate surveying equipment, including a theodolite and either a laser or optical level, ensuring they can meet the detailed Assessment Requirements for these units in a practical, industry-relevant setting.
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.
Source: https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/CPC50220
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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
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To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in 27 units of competency, including 24 core units, 3 elective units
An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit/s must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification
Assessment methods for this qualification includes written questions, projects, observations, presentations, case studies, reports, practical activities and work placement (if applicable ONLY)
Full time (20 hours per week – 70% hours face to face and 30% hours online), Learners may require 5 hours* of self-directed learning per week (*Indicative only).
Note: Please refer to the OC COVID-19 page for information regarding course updates
The training will be delivered in 72 weeks with classes scheduled for 58 weeks and 14 weeks of break/ extra tutorials/reassessment period as per the requirement of individual student/learner.
Classroom delivery is implemented by setting up an appropriate training plan indicating the units and sequence of delivery and access to session plan and LMS.
- All students must be aged 18 years or over (International students) at the time of applying for admission to the College.
- Satisfactory completion of studies in applicant’s home country equivalent to an Australian Year 11/12 qualification*
- If student’s *educational qualifications do not meet OC’s admission requirements, other factors may be considered at the discretion of OC. (Please contact admission staff for more details and refer to Application, Enrolment and Orientation policy for further details)
- IELTS band score of overall 6 (Academic or General) or equivalent in line with the Department of Education and DOHA regulations (Refer to Application, Enrolment and Orientation policy for further details) Online IELTS will not be accepted. Please refer to https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/meeting-o ur-requirements/english-language for further information.
- Learners are required to be competent in written and spoken English and will undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test prior to commencing the training. Refer to LLN policy for further details.
- Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy is applicable for this course. Your device must have camera and speaker functions
- Internet Access with a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player
- Basic digital literacy (ability to communicate and access information through digital technologies like internet platforms, social media, search engines, emails and basic use of MS office products).
Please refer to our BYOD Policy for details
If a certificate or statement of results is produced and verified, a credit transfer process will be initiated by Orange College in relation to the units as per the training plan. Credit transfer is a process that provides students with agreed and consistent credit outcomes for components of a qualification based on identified equivalence in content and learning outcomes between matched qualifications. (Source: AQF)
Upon enrolment of all learning programs, Orange College’s code of practice states that all candidates for assessment will be offered RPL. This is reiterated in the student handbook and acknowledged in writing. RPL is an assessment process that assesses an individual’s non-formal and informal learning to determine the extent to which that individual has achieved the required learning outcomes, competency outcomes, or standards for entry to, and/or partial or total completion of, a qualification.
“Recognition of prior learning is an assessment process that involves assessment of an individual’s relevant prior learning (including formal, informal and non-formal learning) to determine the credit outcomes of an individual application for credit.” (Source: AQF)
On successful completion of this course the learners are going to be awarded CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction, which is a nationally recognised qualification
Students who do not complete all units may be eligible for a Statement of Attainment in partial completion of the CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction
Pathway (but not limited to)
Following are the suggested Training pathways after successfully completing CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Certificate IV
CPC40120 Certificate IV In Building and Construction (Building)
Diploma
CPC50320 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) (Management)
Advanced Diploma
CPC60220- Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
Methods of assessment for the Diploma of Building and Construction include written questions, projects, observations, presentations, case studies, reports and practical activities.
Assessment processes cover a broad range of skills and knowledge needed to demonstrate competency. All assessments of the units of competency for this qualification are conducted in accordance with the assessment guidelines and competency standards of the official Training Package for this qualification.
(Traineeship)
Training is undertaken at the workplace. All trainees undertaking workplace based training for this qualification are withdrawn from routine work duties for a minimum of three hours per week, averaged over a four week cycle, for the purpose of undertaking structure training/learning activities (pro-rata for part time). Up to 12 months of time is allocated by OIC to complete the qualification.
* Workplace based training must be agreed to by the employer, the apprentice/trainee, and the RTO if it is to be successful. The workplace must be OHS compliant at all times and the employer takes full responsibility for this matter. **Please note that all activities and assessments will be completed/ submitted via a learning management system.
Before you begin your course application, ensure you meet all the requirements listed below.
If a certificate or statement of results is produced and verified, a credit transfer process will be initiated by Orange College in relation to the units as per the training plan. Credit transfer is a process that provides students with agreed and consistent credit outcomes for components of a qualification based on identified equivalence in content and learning outcomes between matched qualifications.” (Source: AQF)
Upon enrolment of all learning programs, Orange College’s code of practice states that all candidates for assessment will be offered RPL. This is reiterated in the student handbook and acknowledged in writing.
On successful completion of this course the learners are going to be awarded Diploma of Building and Construction CPC50220, which is a nationally recognised qualification.
The learners may use this qualification as part of their application to become a Licensed Builder with the Building Authority of the respective state or territory. Builder licensing varies across Australia and additional requirements to attain this qualification may be required.
Students who do not complete all units may be eligible for a Statement of Attainment in partial completion of the Diploma of Building and Construction CPC50220.
The following information reveals the suggested training pathways after successfully completing the Diploma of Building and Construction CPC50220.
Disclaimer: This is a superseded qualification; students may require to transition into the next version when available. Refer to Letter of Offer, Student Agreement and Acceptance of Offer Form for more information.
CPC40120 Certificate IV In Building and Construction
CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
CPC60220- Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
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