Duration
1 year (52 weeks)
Course Description
This qualification reflects the role of drafters who apply their skills to diverse building design projects. Practitioners further develop their drafting expertise and design capabilities to design, draft and document plans, specifications and documentation for buildings of all classifications, as defined in the NCC, to a maximum floor area of 2,000 m2, excluding those of Type A construction.
Practice at this level is underpinned by the ability to analyse and synthesise information from a range of sources to generate design solutions. Practitioners work without supervision and may specialise in residential, commercial, public or industrial projects including new buildings and renovations.
Career Outcomes
Building Designer
Building Designers draw and prepare plans for buildings on behalf of a client. They may specialise in residential projects, including new buildings, heritage restorations and additions or renovations; or they may undertake commercial projects, such as factories, motels, offices, restaurants, retail or service outlets and warehouses.
CRICOS Details
Diploma of Building Design is listed on the official CRICOS register and delivered by Department of Training and Workforce Development in 040101 - Architecture.
- CRICOS course code: 108210D
- Provider: Department of Training and Workforce Development
- Course level: Diploma
- Study level: VET
- Field of education: 040101 - Architecture
- National qualification code: CPP50921
- Dual qualification: No
- Foundation studies: No
- Work component: No
- Course language: English
- Duration: 1 year (52 weeks)
- Locations: Northbridge, WA
This overview is compiled from official CRICOS register data. Confirm fees, duration, intake dates, and entry requirements directly with the provider before applying.