New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) (Level 6)
Construction
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Toi Ohomai
Gain comprehensive expertise in construction principles and quantity surveying with this Level 6 diploma, focusing on estimating, measurement, contract negotiation, cost planning, and construction law.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Windermere Campus, Tauranga
It will take a total of 2 years


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Gain comprehensive knowledge of construction principles and methods
Understand the key principles and practices in construction, including both residential and commercial contexts.

Understand construction law and legislation
Learn industry-specific law, dispute resolution, and contract administration relevant to construction projects.

Develop estimating and cost planning skills
Acquire the ability to estimate costs, conduct measurements, and plan budgets for construction projects.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) provides students with in-depth knowledge of construction principles, legislation, contract negotiation, and cost management for a variety of construction projects. You will learn about dispute resolution, procurement, strategic communication, and environmental sustainability. The programme includes both practical and theoretical learning, designed to prepare students for professional roles in the construction industry.
Course Content
- Introduction to Construction
- Materials and Structural Principles
- Environment
- Services
- Construction 1 Residential
- Laws and Contracts
- Introduction to Measurement and Estimation
- Estimation
- Measurement 1
- Construction 2 Commercial
- Financial Administration
- Procurement
- Programming
- Measurement 2
- Cost Planning
- Regional Project Quantity Surveying
What you need to know first
Open entry with recommendation of minimum 48 NCEA credits at Level 2 including English or Maths, or equivalent skills/knowledge.
For Flexi-learn, must be working in the field of quantity surveying with industry experience, employer support, and a mentor.

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Quantity Surveying
Building

Future employment opportunities might be
Quantity Surveyor
Project Manager
Project Engineer


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