Civil Construction Courses
Study an accredited civil construction course to gain everything you need to achieve research, design and construction tasks that meet requirements and design briefs with style and flair.
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CPC40120
Become a licensed builder with the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building). This nationally recognised qualification is the minimum training requirement for builders working...
Job outcomes:
Construction Supervisor
Site Foreman
Building Estimator
Construction Estimator
Building Supervisor
Beginner courses
If you're new to civil construction, these courses are a great place to start.
CPC40120
Online, On Campus, Workplace
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Building Estimator
Construction Supervisor
Site Foreman
Construction Project Manager
Construction Estimator
Building Supervisor
Become a licensed builder with the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building). This nationally recognised qualification is the minimum training requirement for builders working on domestic premises in Australia. The course covers: understanding building codes and standards, managing WHS on a construction site, reading and interpreting plans and specifications, applying site surveys, managing site communication and admin, procuring construction materials, managing construction quality, and more. Enquire now for entry requirements, licensing outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates.
PLEASE NOTE: requirements for builder’s licences vary by state and territory. Always check the requirements before enrolling in any training course..
Average duration: 12 months.
CPC50220
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Construction Estimator
Construction Project Manager
Site Foreman
Construction Manager
Construction Supervisor
Building Estimator
A Diploma of Building and Construction can help you further your career in the building industry. You’ll develop your skills in construction management, including estimating costs, supervising projects and preparing contracts. Whether you work as a builder, a foreman or a building inspector, this course will give you the skills you need to take your work to a new level.
The Diploma of Building and Construction covers a range of topics from structural principles to occupational health and safety. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover topics including monitoring costing systems, preparing tender documentation and selecting building contractors. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..
Average duration: 18 months.
CPC40320
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Construction Estimator
Building Estimator
Become a Building Estimator with the CPC40320 Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Estimator). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to produce cost estimates for building and construction projects. You’ll learn to read and interpret plans, then prepare simple building sketches and drawings. The course also covers project risk management, labour and material schedules, tender documentation, building codes and construction standards for class 1-10 buildings, and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, Building Estimator competencies, and enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
CPC40120
Online, On Campus
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Possible job outcomes:
Site Foreman
Construction Manager
Building Supervisor
Become a qualified site manager with the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Site Management). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to manage an active construction site. The course covers: site safety and compliance, work team leadership, supervising concreting work, waste minimisation, procuring resources, estimating costs, project quality management, applying building codes, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, construction career outcomes, and the latest enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
CPC40320
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Possible job outcomes:
Building Contractor
Contract Administrator
Get started in building contract administration with the CPC40320 Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Contract Administrator). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to select, prepare, and administer a construction contract. You’ll learn how to process client requirements, arrange building applications and approvals, and procure construction materials. The course also delivers competencies in project management, leadership, business writing, and effective communication. Enquire now for upcoming enrolment dates and the full list of career outcomes in contract administration..
Average duration: 12 months.
BSB50820
Online
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Possible job outcomes:
Construction Manager
Site Foreman
Construction Supervisor
Construction Project Manager
The BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management (Specialising in Construction) is designed for project managers and team leaders working in the construction industry who have been assigned to a major project. You will learn how to scope and cost out a project, then manage the budget, quality, resources and work teams.
Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, study outcomes, and enrolment opportunities..
Average duration: 12 months.
CPC50320
Online, On Campus
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Possible job outcomes:
Construction Supervisor
Construction Manager
Site Foreman
Construction Project Manager
Construction Managers and Supervisors need more than the skills of their apprenticeship or trade to successfully manage a complex building site (and make a name for themselves in the construction industry). This nationally recognised qualification delivers real-world skills in HR Management (recruiting, selecting, inducting, and managing a construction team); Risk and Safety Management; Project Management (scope, costs, quality); and working within a budget. Enquiry today for the learning plan, enrolment options, and start dates..
Average duration: 18 months.
CPC20220
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General Labourer
Footpath Sweeper
Street Cleaner
Builders Labourer
Construction Labourer
The CPC20220 Certificate II in Construction Pathways prepares you for work in the construction industry and gives you head start if you want to find a trade apprenticeship. You’ll learn how to read and interpret plans, take accurate measurements, and work safely on a building site — then choose electives that support a career in bricklaying, carpentry, joinery, plastering, tiling, or stonemasonry.
Enquire now for the list of speciality areas and enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
CPCCWHS1001
On Campus, Workplace
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Construction Labourer
General Labourer
Builders Labourer
Get the skills you need to stay safe on a construction site with the CPCCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry. This nationally recognised short course is part of the mandatory Construction Industry White Card training. The course covers: personal safety awareness, preventing injury or harm to other people, responsibilities under WHS legislation, identifying and reporting construction hazards, basic risk control measures, responding to incidents and emergencies, using PPE. Enquire now for upcoming enrolment dates and White Card accreditation information..
Average duration: Half day.
RIISS00055
On Campus
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Traffic Controller
Get your traffic control license with the nationally recognised RIISS00055 Traffic Management Implementer Skill Set. This hands-on course is part of the traffic controller accreditation scheme in most Australian states and territories. The course covers: reading and confirming requirements of the traffic control plan, deploying signage and traffic controllers to correct positions, ensure traffic flow is monitored, dealing with traffic offenders, ensuring the safety of work crews who are removing signage and traffic control devices. Enquire now for the full list of traffic control competencies, licensing outcomes, and enrolment opportunities near you..
Advanced courses
These courses are best suited for those already in this field who wish to progress their career.
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Construction Project Manager
Project Manager
Planning Engineer
Civil Engineer
Chief Engineer
The Master of Engineering Civil Structural will equip you with the necessary skills to address the demands of the structural engineering industry. Students with a background in civil, construction, transport, and systems engineering will especially benefit from this program as it prepares them for further career development in the structural engineering industry. Upon completion of this program, you will gain skills and knowledge in the latest and developing technologies in civil and structural engineering..
Average duration: 24 months.
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Finance Manager
Investment Banker
Construction Manager
The Master of Construction Project Management/Master of Property and Development is a postgraduate double degree designed to provide advanced, interdisciplinary skills in managing property development and construction processes. This qualification addresses the growing employment opportunities in both construction management and property development, distinguishing its graduates in the field. It offers an in-depth understanding of the interrelation between these two areas, enabling students to effectively lead complex projects across both domains.
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Average duration: 24 months.
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Project Manager
Business Development Manager
Construction Supervisor
Construction Project Manager
Building Surveyor
Contract Administrator
Operations Manager
Construction Manager
Contract Manager
Construction Engineer
Building Consultant
Civil Estimator
Site Manager
Business Analyst
Quantity Surveyor
Project Officer
Commercial Manager
Property Development Manager
The Master of Construction Management equips students to address present and future challenges in the building industry. It focuses on project management principles applicable throughout various construction phases, aiming for successful project outcomes in terms of time, cost, quality, safety, and sustainability. The course enhances understanding of construction land planning, building legislation, construction measurement, and cost planning. It also emphasises the importance of Building Information Modelling (BIM), an increasingly essential technological skill for design and construction professionals.
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Average duration: 24 months.
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Engineering Technologist
Engineering Consultant
Project Developer
Engineering Manager
Construction Project Manager
Civil Engineer
Project Manager
The Master of Professional Engineering (Civil) is a versatile course designed to accelerate careers in civil engineering. It focuses on developing strategic and technical skills to address complex challenges, employing design thinking and systems engineering principles for innovative and ethical solutions. This course deepens knowledge and practical skills in civil engineering at an advanced level, enhancing professional employability. It prepares engineers to tackle diverse problems in the field with creativity and expertise.
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Average duration: 24 months.
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Construction Project Manager
Level-up your career in building and construction with the Graduate Diploma of Construction Management. If you already hold a building industry qualification, this post-graduate diploma will expand your skill-base and prepare you for management roles in government and corporate organisations.
The program covers: construction management, measurements and estimating, cost planning, building systems and environment, risk management and safety systems, project evaluation, contract management, time and quality control. Graduates are eligible for membership with a number of professional associations.
Enquire now for admissions criteria and entry requirements, the list of study units, and universities near you that offer the Graduate Diploma of Construction Management..
Average duration: 24 months.
On Campus
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Quantity Surveyor
Site Foreman
Keen for a management career in building and construction? The Bachelor of Construction Management is the qualification you need to become a construction manager, building consultant, construction estimator, or property developer.
This fantastic degree covers all aspects of the domestic construction process including property development, surveying, environmental planning and sustainability, project costing, site operations and safety, contract administration, digital and spatial technologies. Even better, graduates are eligible for membership with a number of professional associations including the Australian Institute of Building (AIB).
Enquire now for the list of study units and career competencies, admissions criteria, and universities that offer the Bachelor of Construction Management..
Average duration: 36 months.
RII60620
Online, Workplace
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Possible job outcomes:
Building Contractor
An RII60620 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction is a high-end qualification and recommended for students already working in the civil construction industry wanting to make the transition from a practical hands-on worker to a management-level policy maker. During the qualification students will undertake significant research in legislation and safety standards and will create a suite of real-world policies and risk management procedures.
The RII60620 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package..
Average duration: 12 months.
Online, On Campus
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Possible job outcomes:
Design Manager
Property Development Manager
Quantity Surveyor
Project Manager
Construction Manager
The Graduate Certificate in Construction Project Management is designed to enhance professional experience and address current and future challenges in the construction industry. This course provides practical experience within a community of students and experts in architecture, design, and planning, reflecting real industry interactions. It focuses on modern management methodologies, equipping with the skills to achieve successful project outcomes in time, cost, quality, safety, and sustainability.
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Average duration: 6 months.
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Possible job outcomes:
Construction Manager
Project Manager
Environmental Manager
Site Manager
Contract Manager
Design Manager
The Graduate Certificate in Construction Management provides specialised training in managing construction projects. This course covers key areas such as project planning, cost management, and quality control, equipping students with the skills to effectively oversee construction processes. It also delves into modern construction methods and technologies, project procurement, and risk management. Ideal for professionals in the construction industry or those aspiring to enter the field, this course prepares students for the challenges of managing complex construction projects in a dynamic and evolving sector.
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Average duration: 6 months.
Job outcomes
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Government funding
The Australian government provides funding for students completing a qualification in high demand industries. To receive government funding, you need to find a subsidised course by an approved provider and make sure you meet the eligibility requirements.
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