The Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) is designed to meet the needs of individuals aspiring to become a Project Administrator of large building projects or to one day run their own drafting practice as a registered Building Designer in the state of Victoria after gaining appropriate experience in the industry.

About the Course

  • Local Students
  • International Students
  • National Code: 21953VIC

Campus: Greensborough, Preston

Duration

Full-time: Year 1 & 2, Year 3: Part time.

Modes of Delivery

Classroom

Further Study and Careers

Pathways to Further Study

Students who complete the Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) may seek entry and advanced standing into degree courses in Architecture offered by Universities.

The Advanced Diploma will normally exempt a student from the first year- to year and a half of a degree program.

Career Opportunities

This course is recognised by the Building Designers' Association of Victoria and is recognised by the Building Practitioners' Board as the pre-requisite qualification for application to become a registered practitioner within Victoria. <br /><br />

Graduates may seek employment as a Team Leader or Project Administrator with Architects, Builders or Building Designers and after gaining suitable industrial work experience will be capable of running their own drafting office and will be able to apply to the Building Practitioners Board to become a registered practitioner.<br /><br />

Employment may also be sought as an Architectural Technician for Architects, Building Contractors, Building Designers or in the Building Management department of large commercial enterprises or government departments.

Entrance Requirements

Year 12 VCE (or equivalent) or mature age entry.

Materials

Assessment Methods

Students will be assessed using a variety of methods, including: • project-based assessment • theory-based tests • completion of practical assignments / folio work • targeted oral questions

Materials

Participants of this course are required to purchase specific texts and materials. Contact the department for more information.

Fees

Local Fees:

Eligible for govt subsidised place: max $2,000 | Ineligible for govt subsidised place: max $10,000


Australian Government subsidised place:

You could be eligible for an Australian Government subsidised place if you meet the specific requirements, for more information about fees click here.


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.


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How to Apply

Local Students

Full-time (2011):
To start this course in 2011 apply through VTAC
VTAC Code:Greensborough: 68491 Preston: 69031



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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 Hours
BSBOHS404B Contribute to the implementation of strategies to control occupational health and safety risk 40
VPAU349 Work safely in the construction industry 6
VPAU582 Undertake site survey and analysis to inform design process 40
VPAU583 Apply structural and construction technology to the design of residential buildings 180
VPAU585 Comply with codes and standards in the design of residential buildings 40
VPAU587 Design safe buildings 40
VPAU588 Design sustainable buildings 90
VPAU590 Produce working drawings for residential buildings 180
VPAU592 Select construction materials for building projects 40
VPAU593 Provide design solutions for residential and commercial buildings 200
VPAU594 Integrate digital applications into workflows 240
VPAU595 Present architectural designs 120
VPAU596 Manage architectural project administration 60

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