Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Part Time: 4 years, Full Time: 2 years
This diploma equips you with technical, practical and management skills for leadership roles in building and construction. Perfect for those seeking to advance from site-based roles to project management and supervisory positions in residential and commercial construction.
You must be at least 18 years old and have completed at least Year 11. You need adequate literacy and numeracy skills (minimum BKSB Exit Level 3 in English and Maths) and genuine interest in the building and construction industry. Prior to enrolment, you'll complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and pre-training interview to determine suitability and identify any learning support needs. Understanding that the course may lead to jobs involving outdoor work, working at heights or underground, and physical labour is essential.
Core curriculum includes building codes and standards for various building classes, structural principles, reading and interpreting plans and specifications, tender documentation, construction contracts, site surveys and set-out procedures, legal requirements, site communication and administration, cost estimation, labour and material scheduling, business risk management, building and construction business finances, technical and legal reports, contractor management, work health and safety leadership, construction work management, on-site work planning, costing systems, and environmental management practices. Elective units cover services layout and connection methods, building applications and approvals, and project quality management.
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE is a leading vocational education provider with extensive industry connections and experienced trainers. Our registered building practitioners bring real-world expertise directly into the classroom, ensuring practical relevance. We offer a blend of in-class activities, simulated practical training, onsite excursions, and industry seminars with guest speakers, creating an immersive learning environment that bridges theory and practice. Our program is designed to set the standard for excellence in construction education.
Graduates can pursue diverse career paths including contract administrator, estimator, site supervisor, project coordinator, project manager, construction manager, building consultant, residential or commercial builder, building surveyor, building code compliance officer, renovation specialist, construction business owner/entrepreneur, and specialist construction roles in quality assurance and safety. You'll be prepared for on-site management and supervision of residential and medium-rise projects, as well as local, national and international construction management roles. Pathway opportunities include Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) and Bachelor degrees in Construction Management or Building Surveying.
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