AQF Level 5 · Nationally recognised qualification under the CPC Construction Training Package.
The Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) is the senior-level building qualification — preparing you for project management, contract administration at scale, medium-rise construction, and registered builder status.
This qualification requires 32 units of competency: 25 core units + 7 elective units.
| # | Unit Code | Unit Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings | Core |
| 2 | CPCCBC4003 | Select and prepare a construction contract | Core |
| 3 | CPCCBC4004 | Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects | Core |
| 4 | CPCCBC4005 | Produce labour and material schedules for ordering | Core |
| 5 | CPCCBC4008 | Supervise site communication and administration | Core |
| 6 | CPCCBC4009 | Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects | Core |
| 7 | CPCCBC4010 | Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions | Core |
| 8 | CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | Core |
| 9 | CPCCBC4013 | Prepare and evaluate tender documentation | Core |
| 10 | CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings | Core |
| 11 | CPCCBC4018 | Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects | Core |
| 12 | CPCCBC4024 | Resolve business disputes | Core |
| 13 | CPCCBC4053 | Apply building energy efficiency principles to residential buildings | Core |
| 14 | CPCCBC5001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 (Type C) buildings | Core |
| 15 | CPCCBC5002 | Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects | Core |
| 16 | CPCCBC5003 | Supervise the planning of on-site building or construction work | Core |
| 17 | CPCCBC5004 | Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materials | Core |
| 18 | CPCCBC5005 | Select and manage building and construction contractors | Core |
| 19 | CPCCBC5007 | Administer the legal obligations of a building or construction contractor | Core |
| 20 | CPCCBC5009 | Identify services layout and connection methods to medium-rise constructions | Core |
| 21 | CPCCBC5010 | Manage construction work | Core |
| 22 | CPCCBC5011 | Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction | Core |
| 23 | CPCCBC5013 | Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects | Core |
| 24 | CPCCBC5018 | Apply structural principles to the construction of medium-rise buildings | Core |
| 25 | CPCCBC5019 | Manage building and construction business finances | Core |
| 26 | BSBESB407 | Manage finances for new business ventures | Elective |
| 27 | BSBOPS504 | Manage business risk | Elective |
| 28 | BSBPMG532 | Manage project quality | Elective |
| 29 | BSBWHS513 | Lead WHS risk management | Elective |
Unit details and packaging rules are published on training.gov.au. Italicised units are AATT's elective selection — rationale available on request.
For learners with 2+ years' relevant industry experience. Typical duration: 3-6 months. RPL fee: AUD $1,500.
Learn about our RPL pathway → | RPL Evidence Guide →
For learners currently employed in a relevant construction role. Typical duration: 18-24 months. Course fee: AUD $2,000.
| Course fee (Workplace-Based delivery) | AUD $2,000 |
|---|---|
| RPL pathway fee | AUD $1,500 |
| Credit Transfer | Free |
| Government funding | Not applicable — AATT is full-fee domestic only |
Start with a free Pre-Training Review — no obligation.
