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- CRICOS Number: 04146E
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A nationally recognised qualification to manage and supervise building projects. Apply structural principles, estimate and administer contracts, and oversee construction work and quality across residential (Class 1 and 10, up to 3 storeys) and commercial (Class 2 to 9, Type B and C) projects.
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We publish the full fee up front rather than asking you to call and find out. Approved course credit may reduce both your fees and your course duration.
Fees are for the full 104-week qualification. Approved course credit or recognition of prior learning may reduce both the fee and the duration. You will receive written notice of any change, and a new CoE if credit is approved after your original CoE has been issued.
On successful completion of the CPC50220, you will have the skills and knowledge to manage and supervise building and construction projects.
Interpret and apply Australian building codes, standards and regulations.
Plan, organise and supervise building and construction projects.
Manage construction schedules, budgets and resources effectively.
Read and interpret building plans, specifications and contracts.
Identify and manage construction risks and quality requirements.
Prepare for builder licensing requirements, subject to state and territory regulations.
This qualification reflects the role of building professionals who apply structural principles, risk and financial management, estimating, and contract administration, and who select contractors and oversee construction work and quality on residential and commercial building projects.
To achieve this qualification you must demonstrate competency in 24 core units and 3 elective units. You must complete 27 units in total: 24 core units, plus 3 elective units. A maximum of one elective unit may come from any training package or accredited course, provided it ensures the qualification’s AQF alignment and contributes to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Prerequisites: an asterisk (*) against a unit code indicates a prerequisite requirement. Prerequisite units must be assessed before assessment of any unit marked with an asterisk. All prerequisite requirements are packaged within the qualification.
| CODE | TITLE |
|---|---|
| CORE UNITS | |
| BSBWHS513 | Lead WHS risk management |
| BSBOPS504 | Manage business risk |
| 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 |
| CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications |
| CPCCBC4013 | Prepare and evaluate tender documentation |
| CPCCBC5019 | Manage building and construction business finances |
| CPCCBC5013 | Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects |
| CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings |
| 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 |
| CPCCBC4010 | Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions* |
| CPCCBC4018 | Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects |
| CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings |
| CPCCBC5002 | Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects |
| CPCCBC5003 | Supervise the planning of on-site 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 |
| CPCCBC5018 | Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys* |
| ELECTIVE | |
| BSBPMG532 | Manage project quality |
| BSBPMG538 | Manage project stakeholder engagement |
| BSBCMM511 | Communication with Influence |
Pacific College Sydney provides industry-relevant training and modern facilities so students develop practical skills that match current workplace expectations.
Classes and practical workshop sessions run at our Parramatta campus in the heart of Sydney’s second CBD, a short walk from Parramatta station and the light rail.
Applicants also complete a pre-enrolment review so we can identify any additional support you may need to finish the course successfully.
Most applicants who think they fall short actually have a pathway: through the LLN test, an EAP course, or prior study in Australia. Send us your details and we will tell you exactly where you stand and what is missing.
Graduates of the CPC50220 can pursue a range of roles within the Australian building and construction industry.
Manage residential or small commercial building projects from planning through to completion, subject to licensing requirements.
Oversee daily construction site activities, supervise trades and monitor progress against budget and schedule.
Coordinate construction tasks, manage materials and labour, and ensure quality control on-site.
Support project managers by organising schedules, coordinating subcontractors and managing documentation.
Prepare cost estimates and budgets by analysing plans, materials, labour and timelines.
Manage building contracts, variations, payments and documentation for compliance.
Graduates may also pursue further study in project management or construction management, or operate as a self-employed building contractor.
Licensing and registration requirements differ between states and territories where relevant. Check with the relevant regulatory authority in the state where you intend to work.
Assessments are based on real workplace situations that meet industry standards, carried out in a simulated work environment to assess hands-on competency, collaboration and time management.
Methods include project work, presentations, reports, portfolios, case studies and short-answer questions. Assessment tasks:
Students are provided with clear instructions, templates and resources for each assessment task, an assessment plan for tracking due dates, and a cover sheet to be submitted with each task. Supporting documents, policies and procedures are set out in the student and assessor guides.
Students who do not meet competency requirements on an assessment have the opportunity to reassess, with the process and criteria provided in advance. Students may appeal assessment outcomes if they believe an assessment was not conducted fairly, under the college’s formal review process aligned with regulatory standards.
You can apply for course credit using past skills and experience, through credit transfer or recognition of prior learning. For international students, approved credit may reduce both your fees and your course duration, with written notice of the outcome and a new CoE if approved after your original CoE was issued.
Award issued: students who successfully complete this nationally recognised training are awarded the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building). Students who complete some but not all units receive a Statement of Attainment for the units achieved.
Send your details. An admissions adviser confirms your eligibility, the fee that applies to you, and the next intake date.
Provide your Year 12 evidence, English results and White Card. If you do not meet the English requirement, complete the LLN test.
Receive a written offer with the full fee schedule. Accept, pay the deposit, and your CoE is issued for your visa application.
Complete enrolment, attend orientation at Parramatta, and start on your intake date.
The course runs for 104 weeks in total: 83 weeks of training and assessment, plus 21 weeks of scheduled holiday breaks.
The estimated total cost is AU$45,000, made up of a $40,000 tuition fee and $5,000 in non-tuition fees. Contact us to find out about payment options.
Yes. Pacific College Sydney is a CRICOS-registered institution (Code: 04146E), fully authorised to deliver this course to international students in Australia.
You must have completed Year 12 or equivalent, be at least 18 years old, and meet the English requirement of IELTS 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5. You must also hold CPCCWHS1001 or a current White Card.
Yes. Pacific College Sydney offers credit transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for skills gained through professional experience. Approved credit may reduce your study duration and could affect your fees.
The course covers 27 units in total: 24 core units and 3 elective units. A maximum of one elective may come from any training package or accredited course, provided it maintains the qualification’s AQF alignment.
Residential construction is limited to National Construction Code Class 1 and 10 buildings up to 3 storeys. Commercial construction is limited to Class 2 to 9 buildings, Type B and C construction.
This course uses a blended delivery model: 15 hours of face-to-face training per week at our Parramatta campus, plus 5 hours of self-directed online study.
Graduates move into roles such as Builder, Site Supervisor, Construction Supervisor, Building Project Coordinator, Building Estimator and Contract Administrator, subject to relevant licensing requirements.
Yes. Graduates may progress to higher-level qualifications in building and construction, including advanced diplomas or further study in project or construction management.
Send us your details and we will confirm your eligibility, the fee that applies to you, and the next available intake at Parramatta.
