Construction is not just about building sites, but about building a bigger picture: the planning, coordination, and control of a project from inception to delivery. In this diploma, you'll examine the principles, techniques and regulations of the building and construction industry for all types of medium-rise and wide-span buildings up to 25 metres high. This practical curriculum incorporates hands-on work and project-based learning. You'll experience many aspects of building projects and understand how they all relate to each other. You’ll go on site excursions to gain hands-on field experience which will include visits to residential and commercial construction projects.
Graduates have the option to continue further studies in construction, project management, or property services with RMIT. Career Graduates of this diploma can explore career paths in: building and construction labouring, supervision and management estimating and purchasing contracts administration. You may also find employment in other related fields, either on a building site or in a head office environment. If you are interested in further study in this field, completing this diploma can give you up to three semesters’ credit toward the Bachelor of Applied Science (Construction Management) (Honours), or up to two semesters’ credit toward either the Bachelor of Applied Science (Project Management) (Honours) or the Bachelor of Applied Science (Property and Valuation) (Honours).