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HonoursCA34 - Associate Degree of Building Surveying
CA34 - Associate Degree of Building Surveying
At a GlanceInformation on where the program is available, duration, units of credit as well as contacts for further information.
Aims - StructureAn outline of the programs aims, objectives and outcomes, as well as information on the structure of the program.
Course PlansA detailed list of courses and electives required to complete the program.
Career Opportunities
Building surveyors (Level 2) enforce, advise and interpret laws and regulations controlling residential and low-rise commercial buildings and work for local government, state and federal authorities including licensing and code boards, and private certifiers.
About Building Surveying
Do you want to be able to certify residential and commercial buildings? Building surveyors are able to certify buildings ranging from family homes to low rise multi-storey commercial buildings. Whether you wish to work in a large city or a smaller regional town, you will find there are opportunities for building surveyors.
Studies cover courses associated with building legislation, building auditing, fire safety design and inspection procedures along with construction, building materials, services, professional practice and communication. Principles of sustainability are integrated throughout the program.
CQU's building environment field of study is designed with students' needs in mind. Offered exclusively by distance education mode, programs are completed part-time while you are working or seeking employment in the industry.