[BOX HILL TAFE] Diploma of Building

<DIV class=course><A name=top></A> <DIV class=courseName> <H1>Diploma of Building </H1> <P></P></DIV> <DIV class=courseContact> <P>National Code: 3475<BR>Domestic Fee Type: Government subsidised<BR>Centre: <A href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/Centres/BuildingandFurnitureStudies/index.htm">Building and Furniture Studies</A><BR>Location: <A href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/Contact/ElgarCampus.htm">Elgar Campus</A><BR>Enquiries: +61 3 <STRONG>9286 9359 </STRONG><BR>Email: courseinfo@bhtafe.edu.au  <HR> Jump to: <A href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/Courses/BAB16.htm#cs">Units of Competency</A> | </DIV> <DIV class=courseDetails> <H2>What does this course involve?</H2> <P></P> <P>This course teaches the principles of construction and will familiarise you with the materials involved. You will gain knowledge of the many facets of building, such as interpreting and drafting plans, estimating material quantities, as well as business management skills necessary to oversee projects.</P> <P>On completion of this course, you will be able to progress to management level either on a building site or within a head office environment. To meet the demands expected in such roles, you are taught to adapt to changes brought about by new technology and to adopt a positive attitude towards solving problems as they arise. </P> <P>This course is also available to <A href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/International/IntlStudents.htm">International Students</A>.</P> <DIV style="TEXT-ALIGN: right"><A href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/Courses/BAB16.htm#top">Top</A></DIV> <H2>Course structure</H2> <P></P> <P>All units must be successfully completed to attain qualification. </P> <P></P> <DIV style="TEXT-ALIGN: right"><A href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/Courses/BAB16.htm#top">Top</A></DIV> <H2>Entrance requirements</H2> <P></P> <P>You must have completed Year 12 (or equivalent) or possess sufficient literacy, numeracy and visual interpretation skills to successfully complete the course.</P> <P></P> <DIV style="TEXT-ALIGN: right"><A href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/Courses/BAB16.htm#top">Top</A></DIV> <H2>Selection criteria</H2> <P></P> <P>The current VTAC guide outlines the specific selection criteria. If you are a mature age student, you must undergo an interview.</P> <P></P> <DIV style="TEXT-ALIGN: right"><A href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/Courses/BAB16.htm#top">Top</A></DIV> <H2>Length of course</H2> <P></P> <P>Full-time – two years</P> <P></P> <DIV style="TEXT-ALIGN: right"><A href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/Courses/BAB16.htm#top">Top</A></DIV> <H2>How to apply</H2> <P></P> <P>Apply through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC). Check the relevant VTAC guide for application procedures.</P> <P>If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on +61 3 <STRONG>9286 9359</STRONG>.</P> <DIV style="TEXT-ALIGN: right"><A href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/Courses/BAB16.htm#top">Top</A></DIV> <H2>Pathways</H2> <H3>Jobs</H3> <P></P> <P>This course leads to jobs such as:  <UL> <LI>building works supervisor  <LI>estimator for housing and commercial  <LI>quantity surveyor  <LI>contract administrator  <LI>builder/teacher</LI></UL> <P></P> <P>The Employment Service can be contacted on +61 3 <STRONG>9286 9712</STRONG></P> <DIV style="TEXT-ALIGN: right"><A href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/Courses/BAB16.htm#top">Top</A></DIV> <H3>Courses</H3> <P></P> <P>Completion of this course permits you to receive credits to undertake further study in the Diploma of Building Design and Technology or entry into similar courses at advanced institutes or universities.</P> <P></P> <DIV style="TEXT-ALIGN: right"><A href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/Courses/BAB16.htm#top">Top</A></DIV> <H2>Recognition</H2> <P></P> <P>Your qualifications are recognised nationally.</P> <P></P> <DIV style="TEXT-ALIGN: right"><A href="http://www.bhtafe.edu.au/Courses/BAB16.htm#top">Top</A></DIV></DIV><A name=cs></A> <DIV class=courseStructure><A name=cs></A> <H2>Units of Competency</H2> <H3>Core Modules - First Year </H3> <P>Upon completion of the first year modules, you may apply for and be awarded the Certificate IV in Building.</P> <TABLE cellSpacing=4 width="98%"> <TBODY> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC001</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Construction 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>54 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC002</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Construction 2</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>54 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC005</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Materials 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC061</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Builders' working drawings 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC062</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Builders' working drawings 2</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC064</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building computer applications 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC069</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Cost control and planning 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC076</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building quantities and estimating 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>54 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC077</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building quantities and estimating 2</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>54 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC082</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building site supervision</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC083</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building site surveying and set out 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>54 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC086</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Structures 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC088</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building technology 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC091</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Business management for builders industry 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC092</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Business management for builders industry 2</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC102</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Residential site safety</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC105</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Timber framing design</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC115</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building studio 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>54 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC116</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building studio 2</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>54 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC117</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building studio 3</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>54 hr</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE> <H3>Core Modules - Second Year </H3> <TABLE cellSpacing=4 width="98%"> <TBODY> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC003</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Construction 3</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC004</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Construction 4</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC006</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Materials 2</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC007</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Services 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC059</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building quality concepts 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC063</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Builders' working drawings 3</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC067</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building contract law 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC070</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Cost control and planning 2</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC078</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building quantities and estimating 3</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC079</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building quantities and estimating 4</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>54 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC084</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building site surveying and set out 2</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC085</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building staff management</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC087</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Structures 2</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC089</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building technology 2</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC095</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Construction planning 1</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC096</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Construction safety</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC107</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building computing applications</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE> <H3>Elective </H3> <TABLE cellSpacing=4 width="98%"> <TBODY> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">ABC097</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Formwork design</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>36 hr</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE> <TABLE cellSpacing=4 width="98%"> <TBODY> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">NABC128</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building studio 4</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>54 hr</TD></TR> <TR> <TD vAlign=top width="10%">NABC129</TD> <TD vAlign=top>Building studio 5</TD> <TD vAlign=top align=right>54 hr</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE></DIV></DIV>