The Advanced Diploma of Building Design and Project Administration covers further theory, underpinning knowledge and practical skills to produce documentation suitable for gaining a building permit and for the on site construction of more complex Class 2 to 9 Commercial Building Projects, in accordance with the provision of Volume 1 of the Building Code of Australia. Graduates will have specialist skills in: Building Design, Contract Documentation and Project Administration.
Graduates will have enhanced their opportunity to gain a position as a Team Leader or Project Administrator with Architects, Builders or Building Designers and with appropriate work experience will be capable of running their own drafting office (refer to registration and regulatory requirements of state government departments).
Students must complete all core units plus two elective units.
List of Course Units
- Design and Project Administration
- Research Project
- Architectural History Pre 1825
- Architectural History Post 1825
- Applied Mathematics
- Business Management
- Structural Selection
- Timber Frame Design
- Structures Commercial
- Structures Residential
- Interiors Commercial
- Interiors Retail
- Architectural Models
- Complex Presentation
- Digital Animation
- CAD Customisation
- Digital Presentation
- CAD Management
- Specification Writing
- Architectural Photography
Only First Year Units are displayed below
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: 40355SA
- Local Fees: fees and charges
Campus: Greensborough, Preston
Duration
Part-time: Available
Modes of Delivery
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
Graduates of this course may seek entry and advanced standing into degree courses in architecture offered by universities.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities for graduates include working as an Architectural Technician for Architects, Building Contractors, Building Designers or in the Building Management Department of large commercial enterprises or government departments. With experience, graduates may work as a Building Designer in their own right.
Entrance Requirements
Applicants must have completed the Diploma of Building Design & Technology (or equivalent) to gain entry.
Materials
Assessment Methods
Various forms of assessment may be used including: Project based assessment, Completion of allocated assignments, Presentation of design projects.
Materials
Participants of this course are required to purchase specific texts and materials. Contact the department for more information.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Part-time:
Please contact the department directly if you are interested in studying part time.
You can enrol in part-time courses at an Information and Enrolment Session
Fees
You could be eligible for a government subsidised place if you meet the citizenship/residency requirements* and
- you are under 20 (on 1 January of the year you will be taking the course); OR
- you are applying for a qualification higher than the one you already have.
If you do not meet this criteria contact the department to discuss your options.
Students can now apply for VET FEE-HELP assistance to pay tuition fees for this course.
Please note:
*The fees listed below do not apply to students who commenced their studies at NMIT before 1 July 2010.
*The fees listed below do not apply to International Students (see About this course above).
* Students are still required to pay amenities and materials on top of the fees stated below.
Units of Study
The Units of Study listed below have been approved for VET FEE-HELP**. You may be required to undertake additional Units of Study in order to obtain the qualification. You will need to determine your particular combination of Units of Study with the department.
| Code | Subject | Start Date | Finish Date | Census Date | Hours | Fees |
|---|
| LCWE | Apply Principles Of Design Documentation And Project Administration To Buildings |
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120 | $348.00 $1,072.00 $5.00 $120.00 | ||||||
| LCWF | Undertake Research For A Building Design Related Project |
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80 | $232.00 $714.00 $5.00 $80.00 | ||||||
| LCWT | Complete A Retail Fitout Project Through Integration Of Technical Skills And Knowledge |
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40 | $116.00 $357.00 $5.00 $40.00 | ||||||
| LCXC | Prepare Specifications For All Construction Works |
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40 | $116.00 $357.00 $5.00 $40.00 | ||||||
**Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications, which must be provided as evidence of completion.
VET FEE-HELP helps you pay your VET tuition fees
You could be eligible to access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay your VET tuition fees for a number of NMIT Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas.
You can apply for VET FEE-HELP if you’re a student studying in Australia who is:
- an Australian citizen or permanent humanitarian visa holder who is resident in Australia for the duration of the unit of study VET FEE-HELP is being applied for;
- enrolled on or before the census date* of an eligible unit of study through an approved VET provider;
- meet tax file number requirements;
- have not exceeded the FEE-HELP limit
VET FEE-HELP allows eligible students to have all or part of their VET tuition fees paid by the Australian Government in the form of a loan**, regardless of whether you are eligible or not for a government funded place under Skills Reform.
Over their lifetime, students can access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay their VET tuition fees, articulate into university and then add their university costs until the maximum FEE-HELP maximum is reached. There is no age restriction on VET FEE-HELP.
For further information, contact the department directly or for general information on VET FEE-HELP visit the DEEWR website and download the VET FEE-HELP Information Booklet.
NMIT Statement of VET Tuition Assurance
* If you have requested a VET FEE-HELP loan, but change your mind about studying, you must either cancel your Request for VET FEE-HELP assistance (in writing to NMIT) or withdraw your enrolment in each unit of study on or before its census date or you will incur a debt.
** A loan fee of 20% applies to all VET FEE-HELP loans
