Canberra Institute of Technology
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Not currently employed?
Contact a Group Training Organisation (GTO) such as MEGT, Apprenticeship Support Australia, or MAS National for guidance and placement opportunities .
You will learn skills and knowledge for managing the building and construction requirements in small to medium-sized building businesses. It includes selecting contractors, overseeing the work and its quality, and liaising with clients.
This qualification is required to meet ACT requirements for Class B builder's license.
Delivery mode
Canberra Institute of Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Apprenticeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be successful in this course and to meet the required outcomes you will need to have access to a workplace that services building and project management types of work.
Within the first semester of study, to enable you to go onto worksites you must have completed additional training in:
- White Card (CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry),
- Asbestos Awareness (11084NAT - Statement of Attainment in Asbestos Awareness) and
- Silica Prevention (10830NAT - Statement of Attainment -Course in Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention)
Course fees
- ACT Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the ACT Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
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.
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...
Site Manager
A Site Manager oversees construction sites, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standards. You’ll coordinat...
Site Supervisor
A Site Supervisor oversees daily operations on a building or construction site. You’ll ensure a project is progressing on time and to a high qualit...
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...
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 Estimator
A Construction Estimator puts together figures to plan for the costs of construction projects. You’ll work with other building industry professiona...
About Canberra Institute of Technology
CIT delivers accredited courses to industry, enterprise and community partners addressing skill requirements in a responsive and timely manner. Scoped to deliver over 180 nationally recognised accredited courses, CIT is ready to assist your workforce to upskill and meet the emerging demands of business and industry.
