Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

In this course, you will develop advanced skills and knowledge to:

• Apply Australian building codes, standards, and legal requirements to residential and commercial projects
• Plan, manage, and supervise building and construction projects
• Estimate, monitor, and control construction costs and budgets
• Select contractors and administer building and construction contracts
• Schedule and coordinate labour, materials, and resources
• Manage project quality, risks, and compliance requirements
• Supervise work sites and ensure workplace health and safety standards are met
• Interpret and apply construction plans, drawings, and specifications

To successfully complete this qualification, students must complete a total of 19 units, including 11 core and 8 elective units. Some of the units of this course are listed below:

Core Units

• BSBOPS504 Manage business 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

• BSBPMG532 Manage project quality
• BSBPMG538 Manage project stakeholder engagement
• CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

General Entry Requirements

All applicants seeking to enrol at the Victorian International Institute of Technical Education (VIITE) must meet the following minimum entry requirements:

Age Requirement:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of course commencement.

Academic Requirements:

• For Certificate III and Certificate IV courses: Completion of equivalent to Australian Year 10 qualification.
• For Diploma, Advanced Diploma, and Graduate Diploma courses: Completion of equivalent to Australian Year 12 qualification.

English Language Proficiency (International Students)

International students must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following:

• IELTS: Minimum overall band score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old).
• Education in English: Evidence of at least 5 years of study in an English-speaking country.
• Previous Study in Australia: Completion of a Certificate III or higher qualification at an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) within the last 2 years.
• Other English Language Tests: Equivalent scores in recognised tests such as PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, or Cambridge English. Results must also be within 2 years from the test date.

To verify equivalency to an IELTS score of 6.0, use the comparison tools provided at: Compare IELTS Scores

Numeracy Skills Requirement

Applicants must also satisfy the course-specific numeracy requirements, which may be assessed through:

• A language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) test conducted by VIITE, or
• Equivalent qualification or experience demonstrating sufficient numeracy competence.

Course-Specific Requirements

• Some courses may have additional requirements, such as:
• Work placement prerequisites (e.g. police checks, vaccinations, working with children checks).
• Physical capacity to complete tasks specific to the industry (e.g. for cookery, healthcare, or construction courses).
• Portfolio submission, interview assessment, or prior program completion may be required for selected courses or specific qualifications.

• Total Number of Units = 27
• 24 Core Units
• 3 Elective Units 

• Offshore Student Tuition Fee: $AU 19,500 (This fee excludes the material and enrolment fees)

Graduates of the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) can pursue a range of senior roles within the construction industry, including:

• Project Builder
• Construction Manager
• Building Supervisor
• Site Manager
• Estimator
• Contracts Administrator

This qualification also supports pathways into self-employment and further career progression. The course meets part of the eligibility requirements for applying for a builder’s licence, subject to state and territory licensing authorities.