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Advanced Design

and Building

Our building design and construction courses are highly regarded

in the building industry. They’re designed to give you the practical

skills, knowledge and qualifications to work in residential and

commercial design and construction. They also give a great edge if

you’re planning to head to uni, with guaranteed pathways into

Deakin University.

Real industry skills and connections

Our strong partnerships with organisations such as the City of Greater Geelong give

you the opportunity to work on live projects throughout the region. Our courses are

very hands-on with lots of site visits, project work and industry networking

opportunities. You are also exposed to international study experiences through our

study tour program.

Register with industry bodies

Our courses equip you with the skills to work at para-professional level. This means

you can achieve the minimum academic requirements to register with the Building

Practitioners Board in Victoria, and work alongside and assist other building and

design professionals at higher levels.

Pathway to Deakin

Our relationship with Deakin’s School of Architecture and Built Environment means

you can take advantage of guaranteed pathways to a range of degree programs.

We also offer the dual-delivered Bachelor of Architectural Technology, which gives

you the benefits of both hands-on and academic learning.

Looking for a short course?

Aside from the full qualifications outlined in this guide, we also offer the following

advanced design and building short courses:

• AutoCAD for Building - Level 1 and 2

• Revit Architecture - Level 1

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I chose to study interior decoration as I really

love fashion and interiors, and felt this was a

growth industry. I’ve also renovated a couple

of homes and I really enjoyed the process. I

choose to study at The Gordon because it

was local, and it would give me the skills to

enter the industry in just one year.

The course was really well designed and the

teachers are very knowledgeable; working in

the industry, professional and always there

to help. I felt like I was learning something

new the whole time. I loved the creative

assignments and client case studies as they

allowed us to really think outside the square.

When I finished, I got a part-time job as a

colour consultant at a flooring studio where I

continued to expand my knowledge of the

building and design industry. I am now

working as an interior designer in my own

business Ampersand Interiors, which I run

through my homewares store in Geelong

West. I love working with people and helping

them build their dream home or renovation,

transforming a space from what it was to

what it will become.

Trish McCormack

Certificate IV in Interior Decoration, 2014

I chose to study at The Gordon because of

the great things I had heard from past

students. The Gordon provided a hands-on

experience, covering all the core skills as if it

were a job in the real world. The highlights

were the large variety of assignments and

all the great people I have met along the

way, and I particularly enjoyed the

collaboration with fellow students and

teachers about our personal building

designs.

I am currently working for Hamlan Homes

as a Design Draftsperson which is highly

rewarding, with a large portfolio of projects

ranging from standard house designs,

complex custom designs, large special care

unit developments, town planning designs,

3D client concepts, sketch plans and unit

subdivisions.

Since finding a job, I can see that all of the

skills learnt during the course have more

than prepared me for the industry. The

course gave me excellent problem solving

and time management skills, and the ability

to deliver a high standard of work. The

course definitely sets you up to be a quality

building designer who is highly employable.

Ryan Darling

Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural), 2014

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4 Advanced Design and Building thegordon.edu.au The Bachelor of Architectural Technology is a

unique program that gives you both practical skills and theoretical knowledge to work in the expanding field of architectural technology. The program is dual-delivered by The Gordon and Deakin University, to give you the benefits of both hands-on and academic learning.

What is architectural technology?

Architectural technology is a highly regarded profession in the construction industry in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Europe, and is an expanding discipline in Australia.Architectural technologists play a pivotal role in the construction phase of project delivery, and collaborate with other professional disciplines in the building industry. As an architectural technologist you may be involved in commercial, industrial or domestic projects covering a full scope of construction from new work, renovations and alterations to fit out, refurbishment and retrofit.

What will I learn?

The course has been designed to provide a connection between traditional architecture (design) and project management (outcomes).The key units of study provide you with specialist skills in the science and technology of architecture, building design and construction. There is an emphasis on real, practical application centred on project management.

How is it delivered?

This is a 24-credit-point course studied over three years. Your first year is spent at The Gordon, second year at both The Gordon and Deakin, and your final year is undertaken at Deakin. This equates to ten credit points of university studies, and 14 equivalent credit points at The Gordon.

Fees and Charges

Please check the architectural technology page on our website for eligibility criteria to see if you qualify for government funding. Based on your previous qualifications, fees and charges will vary.

How do I apply or find out more?

Applications for this program are through Deakin University. Visit deakin.edu.au for more course information including the application process, entrance requirements and selection mode.

Career outcomes

• Professionally qualified architectural technologist working in Australia or overseas:

• Architectural practices

• Property development companies • Domestic and commercial design and

construction companies • Industry associations • Government authorities

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This course prepares you for a career as a draftsperson, to design and document detailed plans for buildings and structures.

You’ll develop in-depth skills, knowledge and techniques in residential and commercial design including:

• Construction methods and techniques • Design techniques

• Site surveying

• Environmentally sustainable design principles • 2D and 3D software

• Graphic presentation

• Project management and administration • Scheduling and documentation management

What can I do when I finish?

Upon successful completion, you’ll meet the minimum academic requirements for registration with the Building Practitioners Board in Victoria as a draftsperson.

This course can also lead to credit for prior learning and guaranteed pathways into a range of Deakin University degree programs.

Attendance

As a full-time student, you can expect

approximately four days of attendance each week. Part-time attendance is flexible, depending on the units undertaken.

Possible Career Outcomes

• Draftsperson in building design/architectural sector • Building designer

Entrance Requirements/Prerequisites

• Applicants must be able to provide evidence that they have completed Year 12 or they will be required to undertake an independent assessment test to ensure their level of competence meets the Year 12 level. Visit the website to read our full Student Selection Policy.

• There are no prerequisite studies, however design skills and knowledge are desirable.

Selection Mode

• Interview

• Literacy and numeracy assessment

Further Study Options

• Bachelor of Design (Architecture) • Bachelor of Construction Management • Bachelor of Design (Architecture) / Bachelor of

Construction Management

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Building Design and Construction

This course gives you the qualification and skills to become a construction supervisor or manager, specifically in medium-sized construction companies.

You’ll develop the latest building industry skills to plan and coordinate the construction of medium-rise residential and commercial buildings including • Construction theory

• Contract administration • Supervision skills • Quality and risk

Upon successful completion, you’ll meet the minimum academic requirements to register with the Building Practitioners Board in Victoria as a domestic builder (unlimited) and commercial builder.

This course can also lead to credit for prior learning and guaranteed pathways into a range of Deakin University degree programs.

Attendance

As a full-time student, you can expect 3-4 days of attendance each week.

Part-time attendance is flexible, depending on the units undertaken.

• Applicants must be able to provide evidence that they have completed Year 12 or they will be required to undertake an independent assessment test to ensure their level of competence meets the Year 12 level. Visit the website to read our full Student Selection Policy.

Selection Mode

• Interview

• Building works supervisor • Estimator

• Registered builder domestic (unlimited) • Registered builder commercial

• Bachelor of Design (Architecture) • Bachelor of Construction Management • Bachelor of Design (Architecture) / Bachelor of

Construction Management

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This course will give you the skills and knowledge to plan and design building interiors, particularly in the retail sector.

This is a hands-on course where you combine your time between the classroom and a range of industry and workplace environments. During the course you will:

• Interpret design briefs and develop solutions for design projects

• Research interior design and decoration influences

• Research, analyse and apply colour for interior spaces

• Recommend furniture and accessories

• Explore and apply a creative design process in 2D and 3D formats

Upon successful completion, you may seek work as a design and decoration consultant, particularly in the retail sector. You could also continue with a further six months of study to complete MSF50213 Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration.

Attendance

• Freelance interiors consultant • Retail decorator/design consultant • Building company employee

• Interior consultant for soft and hard furnishings • Colour consultant

• Applicants must be able to provide evidence that they have completed Year 12 or they will be required to undertake an independent assessment test to ensure their level of competence meets the Year 12 level. Visit the website to read our full Student Selection Policy. • There are no prerequisite studies, however design

skills and knowledge are desirable.

Selection Mode

• Interview

• MSF50213 Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration

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Interior Design

This course will give you the creative and technical skills to design interiors for residential and commercial buildings.

This course includes MSF40113 Certificate IV in Interior Decoration as your first year of study, then you’ll continue your building design skills and techniques including:

• Residential construction methods • 2D and 3D modelling

• Colour and fabric selection • Graphic presentation

• Interpret design briefs and develop solutions for design projects

• Create decoration proposals for complex sites • Design for small to medium scale commercial and

institutional interiors

• Monitor and manage small business operations

Upon successful completion, you’ll meet the minimum industry requirements to work as an interior designer decorator (consultant).

Attendance

• Freelance decorator/design consultant • Retail decorator/design consultant • Home furnishing consultant • Colour consultant

• Architectural interior designer

• Applicants must be able to provide evidence that they have completed Year 12 or they will be required to undertake an independent assessment test to ensure their level of competence meets the Year 12 level. Visit the website to read our full Student Selection Policy. • There are no prerequisite studies, however design

skills and knowledge are desirable.

Selection Mode

• Interview

• Bachelor of Design (Interior Design)

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Quality Training Guarantee

The Gordon’s Vision

The Gordon’s vision is to be the first choice in our markets and the leader in our field. We are committed to complying with all our regulatory requirements as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in the vocational education and training (VET) sector.

The VET Quality Framework

As a quality assured RTO The Gordon has a regulatory obligation to comply with the requirements of the VET Quality Framework. The framework includes the • Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015

• Australian Qualifications Framework • Fit and Proper Person Requirements • Financial Viability Requirements • Data Provisions

A complete version of the VET Quality Framework is available at asqa.gov.au

The VTG Quality Charter

As a quality RTO The Gordon has contractual obligations via its Victorian Training Guarantee (VTG) funding contract and the five key principles of the government’s Quality Charter: Principle 1: Essential awareness of training entitlement

Principle 2: Informed choice of course and provider Principle 3: Deliberate planning of training program Principle 4: High quality delivery of training and assessment Principle 5: Responsive feedback systems

A complete version of the Quality Charter is available at our website thegordon.edu.au

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The Gordon’s training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding for which eligibility criteria apply.

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Advanced Design

and Building

Our building design and construction courses are highly regarded

in the building industry. They’re designed to give you the practical

skills, knowledge and qualifications to work in residential and

commercial design and construction. They also give a great edge if

you’re planning to head to uni, with guaranteed pathways into

Deakin University.

Real industry skills and connections

Our strong partnerships with organisations such as the City of Greater Geelong give

you the opportunity to work on live projects throughout the region. Our courses are

very hands-on with lots of site visits, project work and industry networking

opportunities. You are also exposed to international study experiences through our

study tour program.

Register with industry bodies

Our courses equip you with the skills to work at para-professional level. This means

you can achieve the minimum academic requirements to register with the Building

Practitioners Board in Victoria, and work alongside and assist other building and

design professionals at higher levels.

Pathway to Deakin

Our relationship with Deakin’s School of Architecture and Built Environment means

you can take advantage of guaranteed pathways to a range of degree programs.

We also offer the dual-delivered Bachelor of Architectural Technology, which gives

you the benefits of both hands-on and academic learning.

Looking for a short course?

Aside from the full qualifications outlined in this guide, we also offer the following

advanced design and building short courses:

• AutoCAD for Building - Level 1 and 2

• Revit Architecture - Level 1

I chose to study interior decoration as I really

love fashion and interiors, and felt this was a

growth industry. I’ve also renovated a couple

of homes and I really enjoyed the process. I

choose to study at The Gordon because it

was local, and it would give me the skills to

enter the industry in just one year.

The course was really well designed and the

teachers are very knowledgeable; working in

the industry, professional and always there

to help. I felt like I was learning something

new the whole time. I loved the creative

assignments and client case studies as they

allowed us to really think outside the square.

When I finished, I got a part-time job as a

colour consultant at a flooring studio where I

continued to expand my knowledge of the

building and design industry. I am now

working as an interior designer in my own

business Ampersand Interiors, which I run

through my homewares store in Geelong

West. I love working with people and helping

them build their dream home or renovation,

transforming a space from what it was to

what it will become.

I chose to study at The Gordon because of

the great things I had heard from past

students. The Gordon provided a hands-on

experience, covering all the core skills as if it

were a job in the real world. The highlights

were the large variety of assignments and

all the great people I have met along the

way, and I particularly enjoyed the

collaboration with fellow students and

teachers about our personal building

designs.

I am currently working for Hamlan Homes

as a Design Draftsperson which is highly

rewarding, with a large portfolio of projects

ranging from standard house designs,

complex custom designs, large special care

unit developments, town planning designs,

3D client concepts, sketch plans and unit