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Diploma of Building Design

  • Diploma

Further your career as a building designer or draftsperson with this qualification. This course will advance your drafting and design skills in Revit (CAD software) for residential and commercial small-scale building projects. Learn how to identify and produce estimated costs, prepare concept designs and specifications, produce 3D models, create client approved designs and drawings that are compliant, and research the best construction materials and methods for building and construction projects.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
1 year full-time
Course Code
CPP50921, 108210D
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$14,260 per year / $14,260 total

About this course

Further your career as a building designer or draftsperson with this qualification. This course will advance your drafting and design skills in Revit (CAD software) for residential and commercial small-scale building projects. Learn how to identify and produce estimated costs, prepare concept designs and specifications, produce 3D models, create client approved designs and drawings that are compliant, and research the best construction materials and methods for building and construction projects. During your studies you will learn the principles of energy efficient design and sustainability for design projects and the occupational health and safety requirements for this booming industry. On completion of this qualification you will be able to apply your skills to diverse building design projects which may incorporate residential, commercial, public or industrial projects including new buildings and renovations. The course structure is based on construction and drafting skills to National Building Codes, Australian Standards and Local Planning Regulations so you should consider if these regulations are applicable in your own country. Please select a campus below and press the button to view detailed information about this course, including core and elective units; work placements; assessment methods; and learning resources, facilities and equipment.

Entry requirements

  • An IELTS score (academic) of 5.5 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.

  • Completion of CPP40121 Certificate IV in Residential Drafting s required for entry into this course.

Study locations

Perth

Career pathways

  • Architectural Draftsperson
  • Building Designer