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.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2011):
To start this course in 2011 apply through VTAC
VTAC Code:Greensborough: 68491 Preston: 69031
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 |
