Living Planit
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
Delivery mode
Living Planit offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Living Planit requires that you must:
- be aged 18 years or over
- hold a minimum of a Higher School Certificate (or equivalent)
- complete the LLN test during the enrolment process
- be able to commit to the course duration and time commitment
If you are looking to become a licensed builder in NSW, you are required to have Certificate IV in Building and Construction qualification before enrolling to this course.
In addition, to complete the practical components, you will need to access a construction workplace. If you do not have access to a construction site, please talk to us before applying for this course.
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 CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
For the theory components, you also need to have a computer with internet connection as well as access to the Microsoft Office Applications.
Additional requirements may apply.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 Living Planit
Founded in 2000, Living Planit is a market leading Project Management and Building and Construction training and consultancy specialist. As an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO 40552), Living Planit provides Vocational Education and Training (VET) that helps people with the workplace skills and technical knowledge they need to meet current and future employment demands.
We can identify training opportunities to enhance the skills of your workforce. We may be able to combine units from various courses to create a new program or customise programs so they meet your business’s precise requirements. Either way, your staff will receive nationally recognised training.
Living Planit can help you get the best out of your employees by equipping them with industry-relevant qualifications and keeping them up-to-date with new technologies and best practices. Our Skillset Program can help keep your staff up-to-date. It can also assist staff to develop the skills they need to transition into new roles.
