Students study the course by distance education. Progression is based on an assumed maximum loading of 12 units of credit. Students should note prerequisite requirements and unit availability when formulating and nominating their study load for the year. Units are offered annually. It is suggested that units be studied as shown in the recommended course study schedule. The loading may be varied to balance work and family commitments. If assistance is required, contact the Course Advisor. Students should actively seek employment in the building industry.

Prospective students should note that exemptions from units within the course may be given where their previous study at AQF certificate IV level or higher and relevant industry licensing fully meets the learning outcomes of a unit. Students should not enrol into a unit where they are seeking an exemption.

Note: Refer to the unit Handbook's More Details tab for the link to the recommended course study schedule.

Exit or interim awards

After completing levels 1 and 2 within the course, students may exit with CL57- Diploma of Building Studies or CC01- Associate Degree of Building Design or, apply for an interim award of the CC01. Formal application must be made to the Course Advisor to initiate the process.

Level 1 - 8 compulsory units

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
BLAR11056	Introduction to Hand and Digital Drawing
BLAR11033	Building Materials 1
BLAR11039	Building Law & Regulations
BLAR11043	Building Systems and Services 1
BLAR11045	Built Environment 1
BLAR11049	Built Environment Communication and Skills
BLAR11050	Residential Construction
BLAR11051	Construction Legislation 1

Level 2 - 8 compulsory units

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
BLAR12036	Building Design 1
BLAR12041	Building Materials 2
BLAR12050	Contract Documentation
BLAR12052	Geotechnical Studies
BLAR12053	Professional Practice
BLAR12054	Structural Design Processes
BLAR12055	History and Theory of Building Design
BLAR12057	Commercial Construction

Level 3 - 8 compulsory units

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
BLAR13035	Building Contract Administration
BLAR13037	Building Design 2
BLAR13044	Building Systems and Services 2
BLAR13046	Built Environment 2
BLAR13051	Design Documentation
BLAR13052	Spatial Design Theory and Application
BLAR13053	Urban Design and Development
BLAR13054	Complex Construction