39208QLD-2
Diploma of Building Design and Technology
Program CRICOS Number:065243K
Develop your design skills by using new technology to enhance the quality of your building plans. Learn more about the principles of building construction, interpreting client briefs, building design, plus drawing and presenting your plans. With potential employment in roles such as architectural technicians and building designers, it’s the perfect course to get your career off the ground.
Career Opportunities
Architectural Technician, Building Designer.
Completion of this program provides skills to move into careers such as -
• building designers/draftsperson with construction companies
• various roles within building design practices and architectural practices
• CAD managers
• building design office managers
• positions with companies associated with building such as window manufacturers, truss companies, re-cast manufacturers, etc.
• people who set up their own building design practice, for either residential or commercial buildings
• estimators within the construction industry
Completion of this program provides skills to move into careers such as -
• building designers/draftsperson with construction companies
• various roles within building design practices and architectural practices
• CAD managers
• building design office managers
• positions with companies associated with building such as window manufacturers, truss companies, re-cast manufacturers, etc.
• people who set up their own building design practice, for either residential or commercial buildings
• estimators within the construction industry
Entry Criteria
Students must be 18 years of age, or turning 18 years of age within their first year of study
and
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
and
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
Program Articulation
Successful completion of this program may assist students to gain entry into university and/or may contribute towards study credits at the Queensland University of Technology.
Program Duration
Full Time 2 years
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.
Standard course cost will be charged for units of study/courses credited via RPL.
For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:
The RPL Co-ordinator
13 72 48
rplcoordinator@southbank.edu.au
Venue
- Southbank Campus
How to Apply
Contact Southbank International Services:
Email: sbit.international@southbank.edu.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, in February. Applications can be made at any time prior to the commencement of the program.
Cost
$23,000.00
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@southbank.edu.au |
| Find us at: | www.sbi.net.au |
Course Outline
| SEMESTER 1 | Course Code | Course Name |
| BDCON401A | Apply construction principles to the structural components of residential buildings |
| BDWDG401A | Produce working drawings of single level residential dwellings |
| BDDES401A | Provide design solutions for small residential living units |
| BDPRE401A | Use sketching presentation techniques to communicate design concepts |
| BDCAD401A | Produce technical drawings to architectural conventions using CAD software |
| BDSUV401A | Undertake surveys of existing sites and buildings |
| BDOFF401A | Apply communication processes in the design office |
| SEMESTER 2 | Course Code | Course Name |
| BDCON402A | Apply construction principles to the cladding, finishing and fittings of residential buildings |
| BDWDG402A | Produce technical detail drawings for residential renovations |
| BDDES402A | Provide design solutions for small residential living units |
| BDPRE402A | Create technically projected views of architectural/interior design concepts |
| BDCAD402A | Produce complex architectural digital drawings of residential buildings |
| BDMAT401A | Evaluate construction materials for residential dwellings |
| BDSIZ401A | Apply structural design principles to residential buildings |
| BDPRO401A | Complete a residential project |
| SEMESTER 3 | Course Code | Course Name |
| BDCON501A | Apply construction principles to Type C building projects |
| BDWDG501A | Produce commercial working drawings for Type C building projects |
| BDDES501A | Apply spatial design concepts |
| BDESD501A | Apply sustainable building design principles |
| BDCAD501A | Create digital 3D models of architectural/interior environments |
| BDCAD502A | Digitally render 3D model to photo-realistic quality |
| BDPRO501A | Complete a commercial project |
| BDSEV501A | Determine services, layout and connection methods for buildings |
| SEMESTER 4 | Course Code | Course Name |
| BDCON502A | Apply construction principles to Type B and A commercial building projects |
| BDWDG501A | Produce commercial working drawings for Type C building projects |
| BDDES502A | Design a commercial or public building |
| BDPRE502A | Develop an interactive CD-ROM to display a folio of work |
| BDMAT501A | Evaluate construction materials for commercial buildings |
| BDADM501A | Apply project administration processes |
| BDPRE501A | Create complex presentation views of architectural and interior designs |
| BDCAD503A | Digitally animate an architectural 3D Model |
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 campus is located at Southbank 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, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium and a Restaurant. Some of these facilities are staffed by the 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 centre located on campus.
Students may 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 Sales and Administration Teams 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 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.
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, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium and a Restaurant. Some of these facilities are staffed by the 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 centre located on campus.
Students may 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 Sales and Administration Teams 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 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 Friday, 13 January 2012
Total course tuition fees are indicative only. Fees are subject to annual adjustment. For FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP eligible courses, the unit fees are charged according to the study period in which the unit is commenced. The unit fees outlined in this document apply to census dates between 01 January 2012 and 30 June 2012. Unit fees will not change for this period. 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. From the 1st January of each year, programs are subject to a fee increase in line with the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI).
Total course tuition fees are indicative only. Fees are subject to annual adjustment. For FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP eligible courses, the unit fees are charged according to the study period in which the unit is commenced. The unit fees outlined in this document apply to census dates between 01 January 2012 and 30 June 2012. Unit fees will not change for this period. 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. From the 1st January of each year, programs are subject to a fee increase in line with the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI).

