Graduate Diploma in Construction (Level 7)
Construction
A course by
SIT
A one-year, Level 7 diploma for construction professionals seeking to upskill and advance their qualifications in construction management, quantity surveying, and related areas. Zero Fees scheme available; specialisations include project management and quantity surveying.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Invercargill, Invercargill
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Apply analytical, practical and research capabilities
Apply advanced analytical, practical, and research skills to unfamiliar situations within construction.
Professional communication
Engage effectively in professional level communication in visual, written, and verbal forms relevant to construction.
Assess efficiency and productivity
Assess and optimise efficiency and productivity in construction projects.
What You're Signing Up For
The Graduate Diploma in Construction (Level 7) is designed for construction professionals aiming to enhance their qualifications and progress their careers. The programme covers advanced topics such as building information modelling, contracts and management, quality management, sustainable technology, and modern construction methodologies. Students can specialise in areas like Quantity Surveying, gain practical industry experience through a project component, and develop critical skills in evaluating, planning, and managing construction projects.
Course Content
- BCON700 Level 7 Project: Construction/project/quantity surveying industry project
- BCON710 Building Information Modelling and Communication
- BCON720 Contracts and Management 1
- BCON750 Sustainable Technology and Construction Methodologies
- BCON765 Legislation and Compliance
- BCON660 Construction Practices
- BCON675 Planning and Scheduling Projects
- BCON760 Health and Safety in Construction
- BCON650 Project Management
- BCON740 Quality Management
- BCON680 Measurement and Estimation 1
- BCON685 Design Economics and Cost Planning
- BCON770 Measurement and Estimation 2
What you need to know first
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (such as architecture, engineering, science with a construction-related major/strand, surveying, technology) plus three years employed in construction.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Building
Property
Quantity Surveying
Project Management
Future employment opportunities might be
Estimator
Building Inspector