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Diploma of Building Design and Technology

Program CRICOS Number:056533G

The Diploma is a competency based National Training Package. Students are able to continue to study this program at any TAFE college in Australia offering the Diploma. The program has been structured to build on previous learning experiences. It is therefore necessary to complete the program in the recommended sequence. The program focuses on developing skills using new technology to design, draw and present building plans. Courses include the principles of building construction, interpreting client briefs, building design and drawing plans using manual and computer-generated technical drawings.




Entry Requirements

English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or TOEFL 530 or ISLPR 2+   
and
School Leavers must have completed Year 12 or equivalent with a Sound Achievement in English and Mathematics A or B or C

Career Opportunities

Architectural Technician, Building Designer

Program Duration

Full Time        76 weeks
(approximately 19 months)

Program Articulation

Successful completion of this program may assist students to gain entry into university and/or may contribute towards study credits.

Program Award

Diploma

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.

For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:

The RPL Co-ordinator
07 3244 5386
rplcoordinator.sbit@deta.qld.gov.au

Venue

  • Morningside Campus

How to Apply

Contact Southbank International Services:
Email: sbit.international@deta.qld.gov.au
Mail: Locked Mail Bag 111
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Australia
Telephone: +(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile: +(617) 3244 5588

Applications Close

There is only one intake per year, February. Applications can be made any time prior to the commencement of the program.

Cost


 $20,590.00



Additional materials cost approximately $410.

For Additional Information

Location:International
Telephone:(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile:(617) 3244 5588
Address 
In Person: International Services
66 Ernest St
C Block, Ground Level
South Brisbane
Mail: Southbank International Services
Locked Mail Bag 111
SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101
AUSTRALIA
Email: sbit.international@deta.qld.gov.au
Find us at:www.sbi.net.au

Outline

Course Code Course Name
BDD411 CONSTRUCTION 1A & 1B: Apply Principles of Construction Technology to Private Residential Dwellings
BDD421 MATERIALS 1: Evaluate Materials for Construction of Residential Dwellings
BDD431 WORKING DRAWINGS 1: Produce Working Drawings for A Single Storey Private Residence
BDD432 WORKING DRAWINGS 2: Produce Working Drawings for A Two Storey Private Residence
BDD441 CAD 1: Produce 2D Architectural Drawings Using CAD Software
BDD451 PRESENTATION 1: Use Sketching Presentation Techniques to Communicate Design Concepts
BDD452 PRESENTATION 2: Create Technically Projected Presentation Views of Architectural Design Concepts
BDD461 DESIGN 1: Provide Design Solutions for Small Residential Living Units
BDD462 DESIGN 2: Provide Design Solutions for Private Residential Dwellings
BDD481 DRAWING OFFICE PRACTICE 1: Apply Drafting Office Administration Processes
BDD491 STUDIO 1A & 1B: Produce Drawing Documentation for Private Residential Buildings
BDD435 SURVEYING: Carry Out a Site Survey of An Existing Building
BDDE02 TIMBER FRAMING: Apply Principles of Timber Framing Design to One or Two Story Buildings
BDD571 ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY: Apply Principles of Environmental Sustainability to Building Design
BDD512 CONSTRUCTION 2A & 2B: Apply Principles of Construction Technology to Type “B” & “C” Commercial Buildings
BDD513 SERVICES: Determine Required Services, Layout & Connection Methods to Commercial Buildings
BDD522 MATERIALS 2: Evaluate Materials for Construction of Commercial Buildings
BDD533 WORKING DRAWINGS 3Produce Commercial Working Drawings for Type “C” Building Projects
BDD534 WORKING DRAWINGS 4: Produce Commercial Working Drawings for Type “B” Building Projects
BDD542 CAD 3: Produce 3D Architectural Drawings Using CAD Software
BDD543 CAD 4: Produce Digital Renderings of Architectural 3D CAD Drawings
BDD563 DESIGN 3: Provide Design Solutions for Type “C” Buildings
BDD564 DESIGN 4: Provide Design Solutions for Type “B” Buildings
BDD582 DRAWING OFFICE PRACTICE 2: Apply Drafting Office Project Administration Process
BDD592 STUDIO 2A & 2B: Produce Drawing Documentation for a Commercial Building
BDDE44 CAD 5 ANIMATION: Create Fly By and Walk Through Digital Animations Of Surface Rendered Architectural 3D Models
BDDE45 CAD 6 DIGITAL PRESENTATION: Develop An Interactive Digital Presentation of Architectural Work
BDDE53 PRESENTATION 3: Create Complex Projected Presentation Views of Architectural Designs

International Student Information

Southbank Institute of Technology is situated in the city of Brisbane and is Queensland’s largest Government Vocational Education provider, with over 30,000 student enrolments per year. Southbank Institute of Technology is an ideal place to study. The Institute’s three campuses are located at Southbank, Kangaroo Point and Morningside, close to Brisbane’s Central Business District (CBD) and vibrant inner city areas.
Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Child-Care Centre, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium, Intercampus Bus and a Restaurant staffed by students from the Institute.

Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centres located on each campus.

Students will be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.

The International Business Team consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements, Visa Regulations and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
This brochure was last updated Tuesday, 6 May 2008
All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements
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