In order to enrol in this course, you will need to first be working in the Building Surveying industry and/or have access to a Building Surveyor as your mentor.
This course will require you to conduct inspections of buildings under various stages of construction. Your workplace or industry mentor will need to provide you with the ability to access building sites, meeting WHS requirements and relevant insurances.
Applicants will be required to undertake a career conversation as part of their application. This process will take place either face to face or online depending on applicants’ availability. We will be in contact after you submit your application.
The fee you pay at TasTAFE will depend on the course you choose and may vary depending on the level of government subsidy available, the cost of delivery, any previous study you have undertaken and/or your personal circumstances. Tuition fees for this course are available at the top of the page via
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Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.
For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).
*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.
Further information on fees, payments and other costs.
The following skills and attributes will be useful to students studying this course:
- A variety of tasks will be assessed over the duration of the course. It is recommended that students have a good understanding of research projects, report writing, interpreting legislation and the ability to produce hand sketches, and drawings.
There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.
Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.
For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.
You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.
For this course, you will need:
- Webcam, microphone and headphones.
Completing this course will allow you to apply for licencing in your local state.
To enrol in this course, you will need to first be working in the Building Surveying industry and/or have access to a Building Surveyor as your mentor. Each unit requires you to do specific practical tasks, and without a mentor you will not be able to complete assessments.
This course will require you to conduct inspections of buildings under various stages of construction. Your industry mentor will need to provide you with the ability to access building sites, meeting WHS requirements and relevant insurances.
Having meaningful contact with building professions e.g. (Architects, builders, certifiers) will help to complete assessments within the course.
Students need to have access to a computer with an internet connection, email and Microsoft Office. TasTAFE students are provided with a free subscription to Microsoft Office 365 for the duration of their enrolment.
On successful completion of this course you will receive a CPCSS00005 - Provide Building Surveying Services for Residential Buildings up to Three Storeys.
Below is a list of all core units that TasTAFE offers in this course.
| Core units |
| CPCCBS6101 |
Research and evaluate construction methods and materials for Class 1 and 10 buildings to three store |
| CPCCBS6103 |
Identify and apply legal and ethical requirements to building surveying functions |
| CPCCBS6104 |
Assess and advise on compliance of design documentation for Class 1 and 10 buildings to three storey |
| CPCCBS6107 |
Prepare planning and development applications for buildings to three storeys |
| CPCCBS6108 |
Process building applications for Class 1 and 10 buildings to three storeys |
| CPCCBS6110 |
Conduct and report on building surveying audits of Class 1 and 10 buildings to three storeys |
| CPCCBS6112 |
Conduct and report on initial construction inspections of Class 1 and 10 buildings to three storeys |
| CPCCBS6114 |
Conduct and report on advanced and final inspections of Class 1 and 10 buildings to three storeys |
| CPCCBS6118 |
Assess and advise on performance solutions for Class 1 and 10 buildings to three storeys |
