Glen Institute
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)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.
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 certain assessment requirements.
Delivery mode
Glen Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- 190 Queen Street, Melbourne
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) will prepare you for the following roles.
Building Estimator
A Building Estimator works out projected costs for construction projects including material, labour and hire of necessary equipment. You’ll work wi...
Construction Supervisor
A Construction Supervisor oversees the work being done on a building or construction project. You’ll make sure the job is progressing as it should...
Site Foreman
A Site Foreman ensures all work is progressing properly on a building or construction site. You’ll supervise other workers to make sure work is bei...
Construction Manager
A Construction Manager is in charge of a building project and ensures the work is completed to a high standard. You’ll make sure the project is fin...
Construction Project Manager
A Construction Project Manager supervises all work on a building site to make sure a construction project is operating effectively. You’ll ensure t...
Construction Estimator
A Construction Estimator puts together figures to plan for the costs of construction projects. You’ll work with other building industry professiona...
Building Contractor
A Building Contractor oversees a project of construction work from start to finish. You might be building a new structure or renovating an existing...
Building Supervisor
A Building Supervisor coordinates operations on a building or construction project. You’ll organise labour, materials and equipment and make sure r...
About Glen Institute
As a student of Glen Institute, you will study in an engaging and fun-loving environment. We will ensure that each of you achieve or exceed your expectations, consistent with your study goals and career aspirations.
