Overview
About this qualification
This qualification is designed for people who want to move into leadership roles in the construction industry. It develops the technical, managerial and leadership skills needed to manage residential and commercial building projects in Australia.
Residential construction is limited to National Construction Code Class 1 and 10 buildings, up to a maximum of 3 storeys.
Commercial construction is limited to National Construction Code Class 2 to 9 buildings, Type C and B construction.
State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Contact the relevant regulatory authority in your state or territory to confirm requirements before commencing work.
Why study this course
What makes this course different
Project management
Manage construction projects from start to finish.
Risk and financial management
Manage risks and budgets across construction projects.
Contractor supervision
Select contractors and check the quality of work on site.
Building codes and standards
Apply Australian building regulations and standards in practice.
What you will learn
Skills you will build
Interpret building codes
Read and apply the National Construction Code and Australian Standards.
Cost estimation
Prepare and evaluate estimates for medium-rise building projects.
Site operations
Oversee site operations and safety requirements.
Entry requirements
What you need to apply
- ✓Be at least 18 years of age at the start of the course.
- ✓Have completed Year 12 or equivalent, or hold an AQF Certificate III or higher.
- ✓Take part in a course entry interview.
- ✓Meet Student visa (Subclass 500) requirements, if applicable.
- ✓Complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment before starting.
English language requirement
IELTS score of 6 or PTE score of 52-57, or Certificate III in EAL, or the ABCI English Level Test.
Students must complete a general construction induction, such as CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry.
Course structure
How the course is built
Packaging rules
- 27 units of competency: 24 core units and 3 elective units.
- Amount of training: 880 hours (44 weeks) plus 440 hours of supervised independent learning (SIL). Volume of learning: 1,320 hours.
- Total course duration is 52 weeks, including 8 weeks of breaks.
Delivery and assessment
- Delivered face to face. International students must study 20 hours per week.
- Assessment is by practical tasks, projects, reports and presentations that reflect the workplace.
Units of competency
Units of competency (27)
Core units are compulsory. Elective units are selected by ABCI to suit industry needs.
| Unit code | Unit name | Type |
|---|---|---|
| CPCCBC5019 | Manage building and construction business finances | Core |
| CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings | Core |
| CPCCBC4053 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C buildings | Core |
| CPCCBC4003 | Select, prepare and administer a construction contract | Core |
| BSBWHS513 | Lead WHS risk management | Core |
| BSBOPS504 | Manage business risk | Core |
| CPCCBC4004 | Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC4005 | Produce labour and material schedules for ordering | Core |
| CPCCBC5001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction | Core |
| CPCCBC5010 | Manage construction work | Core |
| CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | Core |
| CPCCBC4009 | Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC5013 | Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC5002 | Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC4013 | Prepare and evaluate tender documentation | Core |
| CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings | Core |
| CPCCBC4018 | Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC4008 | Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC5007 | Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor | Core |
| CPCCBC5011 | Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction | Core |
| CPCCBC5003 | Supervise the planning of onsite building and construction work | Core |
| CPCCBC5005 | Select and manage building and construction contractors | Core |
| CPCCBC5018* | Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys | Core |
| CPCCBC4010* | Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions | Core |
| CPCCBC4052 | Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry | Elective |
| BSBPMG532 | Manage project quality | Elective |
| BSBPMG538 | Manage project stakeholder engagement | Elective |
* Unit has one or more pre-requisites.
Career outcomes
Where this qualification can take you
- Builder
- Project Manager
- Site Supervisor
- Construction Manager
- General Foreperson
- Estimator
Further study pathways
Upon successful completion, students may be eligible to continue to an Advanced Diploma or higher education qualifications in building, construction and project management, subject to entry requirements. Pathways are not guaranteed.
International students
Studying this course on a student visa
CRICOS course code: 121303A. This registration allows the course to be studied on a Student visa (Subclass 500).
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is mandatory for the full length of your stay in Australia.
Frequently asked
Questions about CPC50220
How long does this course take?
52 weeks, including 8 weeks of breaks.
Where is this course delivered?
ABCI Melbourne, Suite 4.16-4.17, 343 Little Collins St, VIC 3000.
What does this course cost?
Please see the Courses Fees page, or contact admissions for current fees and payment terms.
When are the intake dates?
Contact admissions to confirm the next available intake for CPC50220.
Can I get credit for previous study?
Yes. ABCI accepts AQF qualifications from other Registered Training Organisations. Verification of authenticity may be required. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is granted upon successful assessment, in line with ABCI policy.
