Optimistic Futures
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of building professionals who apply knowledge of structural principles, risk and financial management, estimating, preparing and administering building and construction contracts, selecting contractors, overseeing the work and its quality and managing construction work in building projects including residential and commercial.
Delivery mode
Optimistic Futures offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 9 Central Gr, Broadmeadows
- 4/1447-1451 Sydney Road, Campbellfield
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Complete the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Test administered by the Optimistic Futures.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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...
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...
Warehouse Leading Hand
A Warehouse Leading Hand performs a supervisory role at a warehouse or storage facility. You might give instructions to other staff members and ens...
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...
Site Engineer
A Site Engineer coordinates work on civil engineering constructions. You might specialise in a particular type of project or be employed to oversee...
About Optimistic Futures
Optimistic Futures has successfully operated and delivered qualifications since 2014. It started with the Security courses on its scope, and subsequently added courses from the training packages of Community Services, Construction, Plumbing and Services, as well as First Aid fields.
