Bachelor of Building Design CU65
Program at a glance
| Duration: | 5 years part-time |
| Mode & Location: | external |
| Courses/Units of Credit: | 24 courses/144 units of credit |
| Faculty: | James Goldston Faculty of Engineering & Physical Systems |
| Entry: | QTAC |
| Accreditation: | This program is regularly reviewed by the accrediting body, the Building Designers' Association of Australia. |
| Residential School: | not applicable |
| Practicum/Work placement: | not applicable |
| Exit awards: | Advanced Diploma of Building Design after 96 units of credit/16 courses (comprising Levels 1 and 2) |
| Interim awards: | not applicable |
| Contact: | the Faculty on 07 4930 9733 or email engineering-enquiries@cqu.edu.au |
| International students: | not applicable |
| CRICOS program codes: | not applicable |
Program outline
This program aims to produce graduates capable of designing, documenting and administering residential and all classes of commercial buildings.
Prospective students are encouraged to talk to the Program Coordinator about exemptions from the program based on previous study or professional experience. The Faculty has established sets of exemptions for holders of selected TAFE qualifications.
While a normal part-time load is 12 units of credit for terms 2 and 3, 6 units of credit in term 5, the loading may be varied to balance work and family commitments. Students should note prerequisite requirements and course availability (in this Handbook) when constructing their program in liaison with the Program Coordinator. It is suggested that you study courses in order of level, as shown in the Recommended study schedule.
Career options
Building designer (open), architectural drafter, construction project manager
Program structure
| Course Code | Course Title |
|---|---|
| Level 1: 8 compulsory courses which are: | |
| BLCN11033 | Construction 1 (NC) |
| BLAR11033 | Building Materials 1 (NC) |
| BLAR11043 | Building Systems and Services 1 (NC) |
| BLAR11045 | Built Environment 1 (NC) |
| BLAR11039 | Building Law and Regulations (NC) |
| BLAR11032 | Structural Forms and Analysis (NC) |
| BLAR11048 | Construction 2 (NC) |
| COMM11003 | Professional and Technical Communication |
| Level 2: 8 compulsory courses which are: | |
| BLAR12052 | Geotechnical Studies (NC) |
| BLAR12053 | Professional Practice (NC) |
| BLAR12054 | Structural Design Processes (NC) |
| BLAR12036 | Building Design 1 (NC) |
| BLAR12034 | Building Legislation 1 (NC) |
| BLAR12038 | Building Industry Contracts (NC) |
| BLAR12050 | Contract Documentation (NC) |
| BLAR12041 | Building Materials 2 (NC) |
| Exit Advanced Diploma of Building Design | |
| Level 3: 8 compulsory courses which are: | |
| BLAR13049 | Construction 3 (NC) |
| BLAR13042 | Building Sector Management (NC) |
| BLAR13051 | Design Documentation (NC) |
| BLAR13035 | Building Contract Administration (NC) |
| BLAR13044 | Building Systems and Services 2 (NC) |
| BLAR13047 | Construction Economics 1 (NC) |
| BLAR13037 | Building Design 2 (NC) |
| BLAR13046 | Built Environment 2 (NC) |
Recommended study schedule
The following is a recommended progression only. Students are encouraged to determine their own program based upon credit transfers granted and work commitments.
| Course Code | Course Title |
|---|---|
| Year 1 - Autumn | |
| BLCN11033 | Construction 1 (NC) |
| BLAR11033 | Building Materials 1 (NC) |
| Year 1 - Winter | |
| BLAR11043 | Building Systems and Services 1 (NC) |
| BLAR11045 | Built Environment 1 (NC) |
| Year 1 - Spring/Summer | |
| BLAR11039 | Building Law and Regulations (NC) |
| Year 2 - Autumn | |
| BLAR11032 | Structural Forms and Analysis (NC) |
| BLAR12052 | Geotechnical Studies (NC) |
| Year 2 - Winter | |
| BLAR11048 | Construction 2 (NC) |
| COMM11003 | Professional and Technical Communication |
| Year 2 - Spring/Summer | |
| BLAR12036 | Building Design 1 (NC) |
| Year 3 - Autumn | |
| BLAR12053 | Professional Practice (NC) |
| BLAR12034 | Building Legislation 1 (NC) |
| Year 3 - Winter | |
| BLAR12054 | Structural Design Processes (NC) |
| BLAR12050 | Contract Documentation (NC) |
| Year 3 - Spring/Summer | |
| BLAR12041 | Building Materials 2 (NC) |
| Year 4 - Autumn | |
| BLAR12038 | Building Industry Contracts (NC) |
| BLAR13049 | Construction 3 (NC) |
| Year 4 - Winter | |
| BLAR13051 | Design Documentation (NC) |
| BLAR13035 | Building Contract Administration (NC) |
| Year 4 - Spring/Summer | |
| BLAR13042 | Building Sector Management (NC) |
| Year 5 - Autumn | |
| BLAR13044 | Building Systems and Services 2 (NC) |
| BLAR13047 | Construction Economics 1 (NC) |
| Year 5 - Winter | |
| BLAR13046 | Built Environment 2 (NC) |
| Year 5 - Spring/Summer | |
| BLAR13037 | Building Design 2 (NC) |
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Degree with Distinction
Students who achieve a GPA of 6.0 and above, in their first attempt result in their enrolled courses over the three years (full-time equivalent) of the program will be awarded a degree with distinction.
Requirements
It is a requirement of enrolment in this program that all students have access to the CQU World Wide Web site via the Internet. Students may be required to undertake various components of study in the program using email and the Internet.
Students should have a mathematical knowledge equal to a passing grade in Queensland Maths B or an interstate equivalent.
Transitional arrangements for continuing students
As the program has been restructured, students still in this program must ensure that they complete courses out of the new program at an appropriate level. Students should liaise closely with their Program Coordinator to ensure correct enrolment.