Develop your skills and knowledge of building and construction management with this advanced qualification. This course will pave the way to senior management roles in all sectors of the building and construction industry.
CPC50308 Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
Develop your skills and knowledge of building and construction management with this advanced qualification. This course will pave the way to senior management roles in all sectors of the building and construction industry.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working in construction management roles has grown very strongly and is likely to see strong growth in the future. It is anticipated there will be around 54,000 job openings in this area over the next five years, ensuring your skills will be in high demand.
In this course you will gain the skills and confidence to manage advanced construction planning, operational, evaluation, and problem-solving challenges. Learn how to manage budgets, human resources, OHS, and team effectiveness. Enhance your skills further with elective units where you will learn to apply building codes, structural principles, and quality standards to medium rise construction projects.
Completion of this course will give you the confidence to work in a range of project management positions in the building and construction industry.
TAFE Queensland is a proud recipient of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding and is a registered provider in the CSQ Higher Level Skills and Apprentice Advance Plus programs - this course is subsidised under one of these programs. It is important to note that only eligible participants may receive funding for eligible courses. Learn more about eligibility criteria.
TAFE Queensland is the training partner of choice for the building and construction industry, providing hands-on, flexible training in state-of-the-art facilities.
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 7 elective units from the list below.
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BSBFIM501AManage budgets and financial plansUnit code: BSBFIM501A Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake financial management within a work team in an organisation. This includes planning and implementing financial management approaches, supporting team members whose role involves aspects of financial operations, monitoring and controlling finances, and reviewing and evaluating effectiveness of financial management processes in line with the financial objectives of the work team and the organisation. |
Manage budgets and financial plans | |
BSBHRM402ARecruit, select and induct staffUnit code: BSBHRM402A Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to execute tasks associated with the recruitment cycle. |
Recruit, select and induct staff | |
BSBMGT515AManage operational planUnit code: BSBMGT515A Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop and monitor implementation of the operational plan to provide efficient and effective workplace practices within the organisation's productivity and profitability plans. Management at a strategic level requires systems and procedures to be developed and implemented to facilitate the organisation's operational plan. |
Manage operational plan | |
BSBOHS504BApply principles of OHS risk managementUnit code: BSBOHS504B Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use a generic approach to identify hazards, and to assess and control occupational health and safety (OHS) risks. |
Apply principles of OHS risk management | |
BSBWOR502BEnsure team effectivenessUnit code: BSBWOR502B Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to facilitate all aspects of teamwork within the organisation. It involves taking a leadership role in the development of team plans, leading and facilitating teamwork and actively engaging with the management of the organisation. |
Ensure team effectiveness |
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BSBPMG505AManage project qualityUnit code: BSBPMG505A Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage quality within projects. It covers determining quality requirements, implementing quality assurance processes, and using review and evaluation to make quality improvements in current and future projects. |
Manage project quality | |
CPCCBC5001BApply building codes and standards to the construction process for medium rise building projectsUnit code: CPCCBC5001B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to access, interpret and apply relevant building codes and standards applicable to the construction processes of medium rise commercial and wide span buildings (medium rise licensing classification with reference to Classes 1 and 10 construction, Classes 2 and 3 to a maximum of 3 storeys, and Classes 4 to 9 to a maximum of 3 storeys, not including Type A construction). To successfully construct medium rise buildings requires thorough knowledge of the purpose and content of the Building Code of Australia (BCA), coupled with the ability to interpret other codes and standards related to a specific building. |
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for medium rise building projects | |
CPCCBC5004ASupervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materialsUnit code: CPCCBC5004A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to supervise the systems through which materials are selected, acquired and stored on site for building or construction work up to and including medium rise projects. It ensures the delivery to the site of materials that meet contract specifications and service requirements for commercial projects. To achieve the outcomes for this unit, knowledge of relevant building construction materials and technologies, environmental effects on materials and testing procedures is required. |
Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materials | |
CPCCBC5005ASelect and manage building and construction contractorsUnit code: CPCCBC5005A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select and manage building and construction contractors. It covers the processes and practices involved in supervising the systems through which the selection and management of subcontract resources occurs within the organisation, and through which subcontracting needs are identified and quantified. In order to achieve the outcomes for this unit, knowledge of relevant industry legislation, standards and codes, the subcontracting system and industrial relations processes is required. |
Select and manage building and construction contractors | |
CPCCBC5006BApply site surveys and set-out procedures to medium rise building projectsUnit code: CPCCBC5006B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply site surveys and set-out procedures to medium rise building and construction projects. It addresses the skills and practices required to measure, record and interpret data using measuring and levelling equipment and to set out building projects. The ability to operate specific surveying equipment and apply calculations and knowledge of the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and Australian standards are essential. |
Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to medium rise building projects | |
CPCCBC5009AIdentify services layout and connection methods to medium rise construction projectsUnit code: CPCCBC5009A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to identify drawings, specifications and requirements for services in a range of medium rise and wide span commercial projects. It requires an ability to identify and evaluate differing methods and services in accordance with building regulations and standards. |
Identify services layout and connection methods to medium rise construction projects | |
CPCCBC5010BManage construction workUnit code: CPCCBC5010B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to manage construction work and/or projects, which may involve fulfilling single or multi-site commercial contractual obligations. To successfully manage construction projects requires knowledge of relevant industry legislation, codes, standards, methods, procedures and practices as well as the ability to communicate effectively with others. |
Manage construction work | |
CPCCBC5018AApply structural principles to the construction of medium rise buildingsUnit code: CPCCBC5018A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply structural principles to the building of medium rise buildings. The design and construction of medium rise buildings require the input of a range of skilled professionals, including architects and engineers. The building and construction professional plays a significant role within this project team and requires the ability to communicate effectively with building design professionals, and develop sound and safe practices in relation to structural procedures on site. |
Apply structural principles to the construction of medium rise buildings |
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
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Eagle Farm | Anytime | 1 year | Part time 4 nights per week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday with some possible Saturday attendance | Classroom | Full fee: $6,100 CSQ funded: $1,020 |
Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.
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. Access your learning space 24 hours a day, seven days a week and be supported by high-quality educators who are devoted to your outcomes. Learn more
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Anytime | 1 year | Part time 15 hours per week | Full fee: $6,100 CSQ funded: $1,020 |
You will be able to access your learning materials from the first day of the study period. You must be enrolled to be able to access your learning materials. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements.
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.
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This is an interest-free personal loan from the Australian Government that provides eligible students access to capped funding to help pay for their studies.
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
It is highly recommended that you have a sound achievement in year 12 English and Maths or equivalent.
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, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. 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.
You are also required to have access to a laptop or tablet device, a USB.
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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.
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