Associate Diploma
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Building today, as in the past, is concerned with materials, methods and men, but the relationships between these three have altered greatly even in the last two decades.
Science has given us an ever increasing range of new materials while technology produces a battery of machines that have affected not only methods of erecting buildings but the balance of labour costs·as well. The industry is now one of the largest in the country.
The builder (or contractor) is now faced with decisions regarding structural fabrication, materials, concrete techniques and problems of moisture control and drainage as well as site organisation, cost control factors, and management.
As a trained executive the builder specialises in project planning, building economics and management, and is also m demand in the field of research. He stands with the other professionals, an equal partner in developing this rapidly exeanding industry. The course is designed to cover all aspects of building.
Certificate for Building Construction Technician
Although the executive builder is responsible for the planning and control of work carried out by his construction organisatiop, there is need for further supervision and control at sub-professional levels.
This requirement is filled by the Building Construction Tech-
nician, who combines the essential background of a building trade
with the special training of the certificate course. During his
training he becomes familiar with construction materials and
methods and is also in direct contact with the men while the job
is in progress.
ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA IN BUILDING
Six (6). years part-day part-evening study course. (One afternoon and three evenings per week.)
Completion of the course entitles the graduate to an Associate Diploma and the use of the letters AQIT (Bldg).
The Diploma is recognised by the Australian Institute of Builders. (A proviso applies regarding practical experience).
Entrance Requirements: Senior Public-English, Mathematics I, Physics, Chemistry and one other subject.
Subject
First Year
-Hours per week
AR003 Architectural Construction I 4
BG007 Building Technology I 2
BG019 Drawing and Applied Geometry 2
AR002 Appreciation of Architecture 1
AR059 Quantity Surveying I (A) 2
(Before continuing to Second Year of the course, students must be engaged in a Building trade or other approved allied occupation Second Year
AR004 Architectural Construction II 4
BG008 Building Technology II 2
AR073 Surveying and Measurement 1
BG006 Building Supervision 1
AR061 Quantity Surveying II 3
Third Year
BG009 Building Technology III 4
GS061 English Expression 1
AR063 Quantity Surveying III 3
BG036 Valuation and Dilapidations 2
BG003 Building Materials 1
BG029 Project Survey 1
Fourth Year
BGOlO Building Technology IV 5
AR028 Building Services I 1
BG004 Building Regulations 1
AR065 Quantity Surveying IV 3
BG021 Introductory Social and Industrial Psychology 1
AR037 Environmental Science 1
Fifth Year
BGOll Building Technology V 7
AR055 Professional Practice I I
AR070 Specifications I 1
BG005 Building Services-Installations 1
BGOOl Building Administration and Business Management I 1 Sixth Year
BG012 Building Technology VI 7
BG025 Professional Practice II (Builders) 1
AR071 Specifications II I
BG002 Building Administration and Business Management II 3
CERTIFICAn:. FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN Five (5) years evening study.
Entrance Requirements: Junior Public-English, Mathematics A, Mathematics B, Physics and one other subject. (1966 Junior-English, Mathematics B, Science B).
Hours
Subject per
.week First Year
GS066 English ICE
It
BG024 Principles of Construction 2
BG016 Construction Materials I 1
BG032 Trade Practice I 3
Before continuing to Second Year of the course, students must be engaged in a Building trade or other approved allied occupation
Second Year
BG013 Construction I 3
BG017 Construction Materials II 2
BG033 Trade Practice II (Inc. Construction Mathematics) 2
BG022 Job Diaries and Technical Reports 1
Third Year
BG014 Construction II 3
BG018 Construction Materials III 2
BG034 Trade Practice III 2
BG023 Personnel Control and Supervision 1
Fourth Year
BG015 Construction III 4
BG035 Trade Practice IV I
BG030 Regulations I 2
BG027 Project Quantities I 2
Fifth Year
BG028 Project Quantities II 2
BG020 Interpretation of Plans and Specifications 2
BG031 Regulations II 3
BG026 Project Machinery and Safety Precautions
2
SYNOPSES OF SUBJECTS AR002 Appreciation of Architecture
An investigation of the factors which govern the evolution of archi- tecture, the history of the past periods and the development of the 'modern' movemenfup to the present day.
AR003 Architectural Construction I
A study of the nature and use ,of materials, basic structural forms, and construction principles with preparation of detail drawings.
AR004 Architectural Construction II
A detailed study of more advanced construction techniques combined with an appreciation of basic structural, systems.
BGOOl Building Administration and Business Management I
This subject is designed to provide a study in executive management and
basi~ professional practices of a builders organisation.
BG002 Building Administration and Business Management II
This subject is a continuation of Stage I of this subject, extended to include accounting principles and·their application in executive manage- ment as related to the construction industry.
BG003 Building Materials
A study of materials used in building under the classification of basic structural materials, and materials suitable for finishings, decoration, protection and insulation. Attention is given to methods of manu- facture, processing and characteristics under varying conditions.
BG004 Building Regulations
Investigation of the Acts, Regulations, By Laws, and Codes which govern and control the design and erection of all classes of building in Queens- land.
AR028 Building Services I
An investigation of all non-structural elements, mec~anical and other- wise which are essential for the proper functioning of the building with particular regard to lighting, heating, sound control, transport, fire pro- tection and drainage.
BGOOS Building Services Installations
A detailed study of the elements covered in the previous year by Building Services I with particular attention to the builder's aspect for installation of these elements. ·
BG006 Building Supervision
Elements of Project Supervision in respect to details of construction, fabrication sequence, workmanship standards and teamwork for efficient building construction.
BG007 Building Technology I
Introduction to the evolution of professions in the building industry with a study of the activities and responsibilities of builders in organising project procedures.
BG008 Building Technology II
A detailed study of the elements of mechanics in strm;tural design and investigation of the properties of structural materials and material testing.
BG009 Building Technology Ill
An advanced study of structural form in multi-storey framed con- struction. Treatment of soil mechanics together with investigation into suitable types of foundations. The use and advantages of power tools and machinery are introduced at this stage of technology.
BGOlO Building Technology IV
This study is treated in two parts. The first part is an appreciation of design based on the theory and philosophy of structures. The second part is a study of advanced structural design and relative mechanics. Materials and manufactured products are studied for evaluation relative to per- formance and maintenance.
BGOl l Building Technology V
The first part of this study is to develop a thorough knowledge of planning and detailing the erection of buildings. Projects of short and long term duration are treated for restricted and mi-restricted sites. A study of the economic structure of the building industry forms the second part of this subject.
BG012 Building Technology VI
A continuation of the previous stage of this subject. The first part deals with operational exercises in planning of selected building projects for the purpose of demonstrating aesthetic and str~tural principles and project construction methods. The second part is an advanced study of economics applied to selected projects.
BG013 Construction I
A study of the use of materials and basic structural" forms with preparation of detail drawings of those forms.
BG014 Construction II
An extension of Stage I in the more advanced construction techniques with an introduction to framed structures. Preparation of drawings illustrating heavier timber construction.
Introductory study of sanitary plumbing and drainage; hygiene and building services.
BG015 Construction III
Study .of structural forms relative to the theory and application of elem- entary mechanics. Outline of principles of roof trusses and retaining walls.
Preparation of drawings by way of examples of study.
BG016 Construction Materials I
Method of manufacture, processing and application of building materials.
Organisation, acceptance, and storage on project site. Introduction to S.A.A. Codes.
BGOl7 Construction Materials II
An extension to Stage I for the manufacture, · processing, properties, characteristics and application of selective building materials.
BG018 Construction Materials III
Continuation of study of previous stages with special attention to the application of S.A.A. Codes relating to building materials. Timber identification and usage. Properties and characteristics of floor and paving materials.
BG019 Drawing and Applied Geometry
Exercises in line drawing and plane geometry. A study of Solid Geometry introduces the development of intersections and surfaces.
GS066 English Ice
English expression generally, vocabulary, grammar; comprehension, essays, reports, business· letters, description and explanation, note making, writing for the non-technical reader; use of a library, reading speed improvement, meeting procedure.
GS061 English Expression I
One hour per week. Improvement in comprehension and expression; clear thinking; improvement in reading habits; reports, instructions, business letters, press releases, writing for the non-technical reader; reading and writing learned articles; use of a library.
AR037 Environmental Science
An investigation of the various characteristics of climatology, and geo- graphical and building elements to discover methods of creating desired standards of comfort etc. with regard to heat, sound, light, air, water, fire and hygiene.
BG020 Interpretation of Plans and Specifications
The study and understanding of drawings and specifications for major works, including sub-contract works for installation of building services.
BG021 Introductory Social and Industrial Psychology
A study of psychology as an empirical and behavioural science. Intro- duction to psychological measurement, its implications for industrial psychology and its applications.
BG022 Job Diaries and Technical Reports
Appreciation and application of office procedure and records in building organisation and exercises in composing technical reports applicable to
building. ·
BG023 Personnel Control and Supervision
Capabilities and qualifications required in a Project Foreman and Clerk of Works; relationships and duties. Industrial awards and management of a building project.
BG024 Principles of Construction
Study of the setting out of buildings, use of profiles and taking site levels.
Preparation and organisation of the project site. Drawing details of appropriate subjects in Trade Practice I.
AR055 Professional Practice I
A study of Architecture as a profession with particular regard to the law of contracts" and the legal responsibilities of all those concerned with building.
BG025 Professional Practice II (Builders)
This is a continuation of Professional Practice I of the previous year, with special study of builder's legal obligations as the authority responsible for the construction of the building project.
BG026 Project Machinery and Safety Precautions
Equipment and methods used on the project, study of economics of procedures, and safety precautions on the project.
BG027 Project Quantities I
Method of measurement of building works and "taking off" various trades for material ordering.
BG028 Project Quantities II
A continuation of the study in Stage I of this subject with emphasis on adjustments caused by variations and amendments.
BG029 Project Survey
A continuation of "Surveying and Measuring" (AR073) of the previous year; with special consideration of operational exercises for site prepara- tions, setting out a building on a project site. Siting of temporary buildings in relation to the project with consideration to materials storage.
AR059 Quantity Surveying I(a)
Introduction to Quantity Surveying and the Standard Method of Measure- ments.
AR061 Quantity Surveying II
Detailed study of the Standard Method of Measurement of Building Works and the "taking off" and squaring of the following trades of a
selected building project- ,
Excavator, Concretor (including formwork and reinforcement), Brick- layer, Asphalter, Metal Worker, Carpenter, Joiner and Ironmonger.
AR063 Quantity Surveying Ill
Detailed study of the Standard Method of Measurement of Building Works and the "taking off'' and "squaring" of the following trades of a selected building project-
Structural Steelwork, Roofer, Plumber, Drainer, Plasterer, Pavior, Tiler and Terrazzo Works, Glazier, Painter and Mason.
AR065 Quantity Surveying IV
The student will be required to "take off'' and "square" and write up a complete Bill of Quantities for a project for which a Bill of Quantities would normally be provided.
BG030 Regulations I
Study and appreciation of Acts, Regulations, By Laws and Codes relating to all classes of buildings.
BG03 l Regulations II
A continuation of the study in Stage I of this subject with emphasis on practical application in construction. Administration and relationship of subcontractors in contract projects.
AR070 Specifications I
A comprehensive study of the most efficient method of describing materials to be used for a particular building and the way in which they are put together in accordance with the workin_g drawings.
AR071 Specifications II
A more detailed analysis of specification writing.
AR073 Surveying and Measuring
An introduction to the methods and equipment used in land surveying and its relation to building, combined with practical work and some measured studies.
BG032 Trade Practice I
An elementary study of construction trades and theory of reinforced concrete.
BG033 Trade Practice II
A continuation of study of the previous year with emphasis on con- struction trades and treatment of foundation work under varying con- ditions. Testing of concrete materials and preparation of formwork.
Practical application of mathematics to features of construction.
BG034 Trade Practice Ill
More advanced testing of concrete specimens; the importance of shoring, underpinning and special works for foundations. The use of machinery and heavy equipment, setting out projects on restricted sites.
BG035 Trade Practice IV
A study of fittings and finishes with relative merits and economics. The finishing trades and co-ordination with sub-contractors for building services.
BG036 Valuation and Dilapidations
A study of valuation for city and urban properties, comprising an analysis of characteristics which influence land values, and methods of valuation appropriate to the nature of building.
Dilapidations are studied in the light of cause such as physical deterior- ation, impaired efficiency and inadeque_ncy of the property.