New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Level 6) Quantity Surveying
Construction
A course by
Whitireia & WelTec
Gain practical knowledge and skills for a career in the building and construction industry, focusing on quantity surveying, project management, and cost estimation.
It will take a total of 2 years
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Building construction knowledge
Understand the technical and regulatory frameworks for building construction.
Cost estimation and planning
Develop skills in measuring and managing quantities for cost estimation and producing preliminary cost plans.
Contract administration
Gain experience in administering contracts and valuing building works for surveying tasks.
What You're Signing Up For
Step into the building and construction industry equipped with the practical knowledge and skills to support construction management or quantity surveying on projects of all sizes. This two-year diploma develops your capabilities in building construction, cost estimation, financial oversight, contract administration, and compliance with New Zealand standards. It meets academic requirements for affiliation with key industry bodies and is suitable for those seeking a career or advancement in quantity surveying, construction management, or related roles.
Course Content
- Understanding building construction
- Cost estimation and preliminary cost plans
- Principles of published data provision
- Measuring and managing quantities of resources
- Contract administration
- Valuing building works
- Preparing construction projects for quantity surveying
- New Zealand building legislation and standards
What you need to know first
Under 20 years: NCEA Level 2 including 12 credits in mathematics (excluding statistics) and a minimum of 12 literacy credits at NCEA Level 1, or a relevant qualification at NZQF Level 4 or above, or a recognised equivalent.
20+ years: Special admission may be granted if applicant does not meet under 20 entry criteria.
Special entry: Granted at discretion of Head of School if capability to undertake the program can be demonstrated.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Quantity Surveying
Building & Design
Future employment opportunities might be
Quantity surveyor
Construction quantity surveyor
Subcontractor quantity surveyor
Compliance officer
Contract administrator
Estimator
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