C6188 - Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)
Plan: C6188 - Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural)
Qualification national code: 22627VIC
Nominal hours: 2086
Career: TAFE
Duration: 2 years
Location: Melbourne, City Campus
Owning school: Built Environment and Sustainability (530T)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/college-of-vocational-education
CRICOS code: 114568A
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) focusses on the design, presentation and documentation processes for building projects that are responsive to the site, user needs and the environment.
This program is vocational in nature and develops skill sets through a variety of learning experiences that directly relate to the practices of building design professionals.
Skills are developed to enable you to communicate and work effectively with regulators, authorities and the wide range of consultants associated with the design, construction and servicing of buildings. As a building designer you will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution toward the improvement of the built environment through design solutions that are inclusive of both traditional and emerging community needs.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Successful completion of C4414 Certificate IV in Design guarantees entry into C6188 Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural).
Further Studies:
Successful completion of C6188 Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) guaranteesentry into:
- Bachelor of Project Management (Honours) with 96 credit points of exemptions (equivalent to 1 year full-time study)
- Bachelor of Property Development, Investment and Valuation (Honours) with 96 credit points of exemptions (equivalent to 1 year full-time study)
- Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours) with 120 credit points of exemptions (equivalent to 1 year full-time study)
- Bachelor of Interior Design (Honours) with 144 credit points of exemptions (equivalent to 1.5 years full-time study). The remaining duration in the Bachelor of Interior Design (Honours) is 3 years for the February intake and 2.5 years for the July intake.
Upon successful completion of this program, you may be eligible to undertake further study in BP250 Bachelor of Architectural Design or BP256 Bachelor of Landscape Architectural Design with credit, subject to each programs entry requirements.
If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (for example, through prior studies or work experience), you can apply for credit once you have enrolled in this program. For more information on the type of credit that may be available to you, please see RMIT’s credit policy.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent senior secondary school) qualification. For equivalents to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.
Applicants who are not currently studying year 12 are encouraged to submit a personal statement outlining:
- your reasons for wanting to study this program
- your intended career path
- the personal strengths and attributes you will bring to the program
- details of any related work or voluntary experience
If you do not submit a personal statement you will be considered based on academic achievement only.
International English language requirement
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.0, with no band less than 5.5, or equivalent. For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
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Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Library
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals, online databases and resources, and other course related materials, such as DVDs, newspapers and e-books. You can also request items from any library in the world through our document delivery service.
Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online "Ask a Librarian" service.
All RMIT University students have unlimited access to our specialist quality electronic resources. These include e-books, e-journals and newspapers to make it easier for you to get the information you need, when you need it. Our collections are continually updated to ensure the currency and accuracy of the resources you use.
Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the internet, myRMIT (www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit) or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop you can access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
Online learning tools and content
Canvas
Canvas is accessed through myRMIT. It is the system where you can find all of your course announcements and content, including class notes and resources. Canvas also allows you to participate in course activities, take assessments tasks, view and submit assignments, and receive your grades and feedback. www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit
Google Apps
Store your work in the cloud and collaborate with peers using Google Apps. In addition to Email and Calendar, learning tools include Drive, Sites, Google+ (including Hangouts), Blogger, and Picasa.
myDesktop
Use myDesktop to access your RMIT desktop and applications anywhere, anytime. myDesktop allows you to use a range of software free on your desktop computer or mobile device.
Learning Lab
RMIT's Learning Lab is packed with study tips, videos and tutorials that can help you improve your general academic study, writing and maths skills.
Lynda.com
Lynda.com is packed with video tutorials to help you learn software, creative technologies, and business skills to achieve personal and professional goals.
Learn more about the online learning tools at RMIT. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-and-learning-centre
Specialist resources
The Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) is also serviced by a state of the art BIM (Building Information Modelling) studio and latest versions of the some of the software used in industry.
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