Diploma of Construction Waterproofing Design and Survey
This qualification is for waterproofing design and survey specialists. It covers inspecting buildings, finding where water gets in, designing waterproofing for wet areas, external areas and below ground, and preparing scopes for repair work. People already working in waterproofing design or inspection may be able to have their experience recognised through RPL.
- TRAINING PACKAGE
- CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services
- ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Nil
WHO IT'S FOR
Experienced waterproofing workers, inspectors and consultants who design or assess waterproofing and want a higher qualification.
TYPICAL JOB ROLES
- Waterproofing designer
- Waterproofing consultant
- Waterproofing inspector
- Building waterproofing specialist
Qualification structure
16 units in total. The elective units must ensure the integrity of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification alignment, contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and are to be chosen as follows: One (1) or more units must be chosen from elective Group A – Building Codes. The remaining elective units may be chosen from elective Group B - General Electives. An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit(s) must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk. Check the unit of competency for information on specific prerequisite requirements. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification.
Core units
11 units- BSBAUD513Report on quality audits
- CPCCBC4003Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
- CPCCBC4012Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCCBC4014Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
- CPCCWP5001Design below ground waterproofing
- CPCCWP5002Design external above ground waterproofing
- CPCCWP5003Design waterproofing to internal wet areas
- CPCCWP5004 (has a prerequisite)Determine origin of water and moisture ingress into buildings
- CPCCWP5005 (has a prerequisite)Prepare a scope of works for remedial waterproofing
- CPCCWP5006Survey waterproofing systems
- CPPBDN5110Inspect and assess sites to inform the design process
This unit has a prerequisite unit. Check the unit on training.gov.au for details.
Elective units
24 unitsElective Group A – Building Codes
- CPCCBC4001Apply building codes to Class 1 and 10 buildings
- CPCCBC4053Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings
- CPCCBC6001Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for large building projects
Elective Group B – General Electives
- BSBOPS505Manage organisational customer services
- BSBPMG532Manage project quality
- BSBWRT411Write complex documents
- CPCCBC4008Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects
- CPCCBC4015Prepare specifications for all construction works
- CPCCBC4024Resolve business disputes
- CPCCBC4026Arrange building applications and approvals
- CPCCBC4028Prepare design brief for construction works
- CPCCBC4052Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry
- CPCCBC5002Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects
- CPCCBC5004Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materials
- CPCCBC5019Manage building and construction business finances
- CPCCBS6101Research and evaluate construction methods and materials for Class 1 and 10 buildings to three storeys
- CPCCBS6102Research and evaluate construction methods and materials for Class 2 to 9 buildings to three storeys
- CPCCBS6116 (has a prerequisite)Assess and advise on performance solutions for Class 2 to 9 buildings to three storeys
- CPCCBS6118 (has a prerequisite)Assess and advise on performance solutions for Class 1 and 10 buildings to three storeys
- CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
- CPCCWP3005 (has a prerequisite)Assess construction waterproofing processes
- CPCPCM4013Produce 2D architectural drawings using design software
- CPCSUS5001Develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability
- CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
This unit has a prerequisite unit. Check the unit on training.gov.au for details.
EVIDENCE YOU'LL NEED
- Resume showing your work history
- Reference letters from employers
- Photos or videos of jobs you've done
- Payslips or employment contracts
LICENSING
Legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to waterproofing as a regulated design in some states and territories. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
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