CRICOS: 047856G

Certificate IV in Residential Drafting
National Code : 40357SA

Diploma of Building Design & Technology
National Code: 40356SA

Course Location and Department

Preston Campus

Design Drafting & Interior Fittings Department

Course Description

This is a two year course. The first year covers building theory and drafting related to residential scale buildings. It includes construction technology, working drawings, CAD, editing standard specifications, office practice and quality assurance. The second year covers building and drafting related to residential, industrial and commercial buildings. It includes design, problem solving, construction technology, full documentation and CAD.

Career Opportunities

Seek employment in the building industry as site manager or construction supervisor or as an architectural draftsperson. Enter a degree course with advanced standing.

Course Duration

2 Years

Course Commencement Dates

February

Entrance Requirements

Australian Year 12 (or recognised equivalent) or relevant work experience. IELTS 5.5 or higher(or recognised equivalents). Mature Age.

Course Fee

$AUD 9000 p.a.

Application Procedures

How to Apply (including forms)

Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers

Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications.

Pathways to Further Study

Pathways to Further Study can be found at the Diploma of Building Design & Technology page on the NMIT website.

Course Outline

This outline for this course is located at the Diploma of Building Design & Technology page on the NMIT website.

Assessment Methods

Students will be assessed using the following methods:

• 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.

Qualification

Certificate IV in Residential Drafting As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.  On successful completion students will be awarded the Certificate IV in Residential Drafting.

Diploma of Building Design and Technology As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.  On successful completion students will be awarded the Diploma of Building Design and Technology.

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