Wodonga TAFE
12 months
Master residential building design and drafting with industry-standard CAD software. This 12-month online qualification prepares you for entry-level drafting roles by teaching you to produce compliant documentation for Class 1 and 10 buildings using SketchUp and Autodesk Revit.
You must have successfully completed Year 12 or be a mature age applicant with relevant work experience in the building industry. Sound English language and literacy skills are essential. You'll need a laptop or PC capable of running Autodesk Revit, reliable internet access, a computer camera and headset for online classes, and access to an A3 printer. An interview may be required depending on Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) entry level. If not located near Wodonga TAFE, you must obtain a Construction Induction Card (White Card) through an external provider or provide evidence of an existing White Card.
The course comprises ten compulsory units covering all aspects of residential drafting. You'll begin with construction industry safety (White Card preparation), then progress to working effectively in building design environments and analyzing building design drawings. Core technical skills include using CAD software to produce drawings, applying compliance requirements to Class 1 and 10 buildings, and preparing drawings for planning and building approval. You'll investigate materials and construction methods specific to residential buildings, and learn to produce digital 3D models of building designs. The course concludes with site inspection and assessment techniques to inform the design process. All units integrate regulatory knowledge, practical drafting skills, and contemporary industry practices.
Wodonga TAFE is a registered training organization (RTO 3097) with extensive experience in vocational education and industry partnerships. The institution delivers practical, industry-focused qualifications with strong connections to the building and construction sector. This course is designed by industry professionals and includes simulated workplace environments, ensuring graduates are job-ready. Wodonga TAFE's flexible online delivery with evening classes accommodates working professionals, while maintaining rigorous assessment standards and access to professional-grade software through educational licenses.
Graduates are prepared for entry-level drafting roles in residential building design, including positions as building design assistants and draftspersons in architecture firms, building design practices, and construction companies. The qualification provides a foundation for further study at diploma or degree level in architecture, building design, building construction management, or interior design. With additional qualifications, graduates can progress toward becoming registered Building Designers or Architects. The course can be complemented by the Certificate IV in Home Energy Efficiency and Sustainability to expand career opportunities in sustainable building design.
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