
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:
Occupational titles may include:
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 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.
Course Code: CPC50220
CRICOS Course Code: 120730A
Duration (Weeks): 52
This course is designed to be completed over 52 weeks (including holidays).
Expected Study Hours: Learners are expected to undertake 20 hours of training per week, in addition, students are required to complete self-directed learning hours to review learning materials, prepare for assessments, and participate in training activities.
This method of delivery is Blended (Face to Face & Online).
There are no pre-requisites required to enter this training program for CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building).
However, Vigil International College requires students to meet the following criteria:
The cost of undertaking this course is:
Other Fees:
Note: Please read the Vigil International College Student Handbook and other policies and procedures including Refund Policy, Complaints and Appeals Policy, RPL Procedure prior to enrolling.








The target audience for the CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) includes both domestic and international students who are:
The characteristics of the target group are as follows:
This course is aimed at both international students from various countries and domestic students eager to develop their carpentry skills and knowledge to enhance their career opportunities or pursue further study. These students are typically aged between 18 and 35 and may not have prior work or study experience in building and construction.
The course is open to both onshore international students currently residing in Australia and offshore students applying from abroad. Most international students speak English as a second language, and they must meet the required English language proficiency standards to successfully enrol in the program.
For students with existing skills and knowledge in building and construction, Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) options may be available. This allows students to complete the course in a reduced timeframe. However, students should be aware that the use of Credit Transfer or RPL may affect their visa and Confirmation of Enrolment (COE). For more details, please refer to the VIGIL Credit Transfer and RPL Policy and Procedure.
Target groups for the CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) are students looking for the following pathways:
| 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 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry |
| CPCCBC5004 | Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materials |
| CPCCBC4052 | Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry |
Vigil International College has an RPL process in place which is discussed in detail in the Recognition of Prior Learning Policy.
Prospective learners are informed of the RPL Policy and procedures prior to enrolment in the course and through a variety of means, including:
Any course duration reduction as a result of RPL granted/ Credit Transfer to international students will be indicated on the Confirmation of Enrolment if granted prior to the issue of a visa or on PRISMS if granted after the issue of a visa.
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