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Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)

TAFE course

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  • This course is not available to international students.
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Overview

This course covers building theory and practice related to residential, industrial and commercial buildings. Students gain specialist skills and knowledge in design, problem-solving, construction technology, full project documentation, computer-aided drafting (CAD) and project administration, including quality assurance. This course satisfies the licensing requirement to become a drafting practitioner.
Duration2.5 years (approx. 2000 hours)
Campus and intakes  Calendar
Croydon -Term 2
Study modeFull-time
Course codeWW21953VIC
National code21953VIC
Fees
For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.

Career opportunities

The Advanced Diploma of Buiding Design (Architectural) is designed to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge required for employment as a building designer and to apply for registration in Victoria as a sole practitioner, following the required period of industry experience.
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Course in detail

On this page: course description, major specialisations and units of study.

Course description

This course covers building theory and practice related to residential, industrial and commercial buildings. Students gain specialist skills and knowledge in design, problem-solving, construction technology, full project documentation, computer-aided drafting (CAD) and project administration, including quality assurance. This course satisfies the licensing requirement to become a drafting practitioner.

Major specialisations

Major studies include:
  • Design principles and processes
  • Site analysis
  • Construction principles
  • Technology
  • Drafting skills
  • Legal/compliance
  • Digital CAD, 2D and 3D
  • Present architectural designs
  • Design sustainable buildings

Units of study

VPAU582  Undertake site survey and analysis to inform design process
VPAU583  Apply structural and construction technology to the design of residential buildings
VPAU584  Apply structural and construction technology to the design of commercial buildings
VPAU585  Comply with codes and standards in the design of residential buildings
VPAU586  Comply with codes and standards in the design of commercial buildings
VPAU587  Design safe buildings
VPAU588  Design sustainable buildings
VPAU589  Integrate services layout into design documentation
VPAU590  Produce working drawings for residential buildings
VPAU591  Produce working drawings for commercial buildings
VPAU592  Select construction materials for building projects
VPAU593  Provide design solutions for residential and commercial buildings
VPAU594  Integrate digital applications into architectural workflows
VPAU595  Present architectural designs
VPAU596  Manage architectural project administration
VPAU597  Undertake complex architectural projects
VPAU349  Work safely in the construction industry
BSBOHS404B  Contribute to the implementation of strategies to control OHS risk
BSBSMB404A  Undertake small business planning
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Graduate outcomes

On this page: career opportunities.

Career opportunities

The Advanced Diploma of Buiding Design (Architectural) is designed to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge required for employment as a building designer and to apply for registration in Victoria as a sole practitioner, following the required period of industry experience.
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On this page: entry requirements, pathways, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Participants enrolling in the Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) are likely to include Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or equivalent and mature age students, qualified tradespeople and practicing building designers wishing to upgrade their qualifications.

Pathways

Courses at Swinburne can provide an alternative entry option, or pathway, into further TAFE, undergraduate and postgraduate courses if you don’t meet the entry requirements. For example, successful completion of a Swinburne diploma or advanced diploma provides credits that can advance you to later stages of an undergraduate degree. Certificate level studies can also pathway through to higher level TAFE studies. Whatever your situation, pathways ensure you gain the maximum benefit for previous study – whether at Swinburne or another institution. For more information, please visit the Pathways website.

Credit transfer

Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of a course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer website.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

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. To learn more about RPL and how to apply, please visit the RPL website.

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Apply

On this page: how to apply, course fees, scholarships and find out more.

How to apply

Apply direct to Swinburne by following the step-by-step process on the How to Apply website.

Full-time (Semester 1) applications can also be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC).

VTAC codes: 70191 (VGF) 70194 (Fee)

For further information, visit the VTAC website.

Course fees

For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.

Scholarships

For information about scholarships at Swinburne visit the Scholarships website.

Find out more

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Tel: 1300 275 794
Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

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