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About Cpp40115 Certificate Iv In Building Design Drafting in Charles Darwin University

This qualification provides building design drafters with the competencies required to support building designers and architects. The building design drafter may work on a wide range of building design projects, including high rise commercial projects, but always under the supervision and instruction of an appropriately licensed or accredited architect or building designer.

The role of the drafter includes using building information modeling (BIM)-capable current industry standard building design software to produce drawings and documentation required by clients and stakeholders, and for the planning and building authorization processes. It also involves researching and applying relevant information, including drawings and reports from other construction professionals and compliance requirements relevant to specific projects. The drafter also provides administrative support to the design team, including data collection and storage, and file management.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to building design drafting in some states. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

Study Mode: Mixed mode

Some components of this qualification may be available in other modes of delivery and not all modes are available at all locations.

Career Opportunities

Occupations relevant to this qualification in industry sectors such as Building Design include:

• Building Design Drafter

Pathways

Students, who successfully complete VET qualifications at the Certificate IV level or above and subsequently enrol in a Bachelor degree in the same field or discipline, will receive advanced standing as detailed in the table below.

Course Structure

To achieve a CERTIFICATE IV IN a total of FIFTEEN (15) units of competency must be completed comprising NINE (9) Core and SIX (6) Elective units.

The total Nominal Hours for the sequence is 98.

Applicants must have completed international qualification equivalent to Australian Year 10.

IELTS (Academic): Overall Score 5.5 (5.0 per module)

PTE (Academic): Overall Score 42 (36 in each skill)

TOEFL (iBT): A minimum overall score of 46 with a minimum writing score of 21

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Charles Darwin University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The tuition fees and other expenses at Charles Darwin University (CDU) can vary depending on the program and level of study. Here are some general estimates of the average tuition fees and other expenses for international students:

1. Tuition fees: The annual tuition fees for international students can range from AUD 24,000 to AUD 39,000 depending on the program and level of study. Some programs, such as medicine, may have higher tuition fees.

2. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC): International students are required to have health insurance while studying in Australia. The cost of OSHC can range from AUD 500 to AUD 2,000 per year depending on the level of cover.

3. Accommodation: The cost of accommodation can vary depending on the type and location of the accommodation. On-campus accommodation can range from AUD 230 to AUD 350 per week, while off-campus accommodation can range from AUD 150 to AUD 500 per week.

4. Living expenses: The cost of living in Darwin can vary depending on the lifestyle and spending habits of the student. A rough estimate of living expenses, including food, transportation, and other expenses, is around AUD 18,000 to AUD 20,000 per year.

It is important to note that these are only estimates and the actual expenses may vary depending on the individual circumstances of the student. Make sure to check CDU's website for the specific tuition fees and other expenses for your chosen program.

For reference, the cost breakdown is shown below:

• For college students in Darwin and Sydney, the cost of living may be different. Below is an estimate for both places as a guide:

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