New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) (Level 6)

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A two-year full-time diploma designed to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to work as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator in the construction sector, with a focus on cost control, building methods and contract management.

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NZQA Level 6 Certification (240 Credits)

Study Level

Advanced

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Invercargill, Invercargill

It will take a total of 2 years

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Communicate in a construction context

Develop effective communication in oral, written and interpersonal settings within the construction sector.

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Selection of materials and finishes

Select appropriate materials and finishes for various building projects based on function and cost.

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Administer construction contracts

Understand and carry out key contract administration processes, including compliance with relevant legislation.

What You're Signing Up For

The New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) (Level 6) prepares students to manage and control costs and budgets in the building industry. Students learn construction principles and methods, legislation, project management, contract administration, feasibility studies, and how to quantify and estimate material and labour costs. Graduates are ready to work as quantity surveyors with opportunities to progress to senior roles or further study.

Course Content

  • Construction Economics and Environment
  • Construction Estimation
  • Construction Measurement
  • Construction Technology 1 & 2
  • Health and Safety Management
  • Information Communication
  • Legislation and the Construction Industry
  • Materials Science
  • Level 6 Project
  • Arbitration, Mediation and Negotiation
  • Building Services
  • Economics of Construction
  • Project Management
  • Measurement and Estimation 1
  • Design Economics and Cost Planning

What you need to know first

NCEA, with a minimum of 50 credits at Level 2 including 12 credits in Mathematics and a minimum of 12 Literacy credits

NZ Trade Certificate in Carpentry or National Certificate in Carpentry

Equivalent knowledge and skills (preferably four years secondary education)

Mature applicants: Demonstrated ability to succeed via prior study or relevant employment in related sector

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Construction

  • Quantity Surveying

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Quantity Surveyor

  • Estimator

  • Senior Quantity Surveyor

  • Contracts Manager

  • Quantity Surveying Consultant/Contractor

  • Senior Cost Manager

  • Quantity Surveying Tutor