Course Overview

The Diploma of Construction Waterproofing Design and Survey aims to raise industry standards in residential and commercial building sectors. As demand for waterproofing expertise grows, this qualification reflects the role of specialists who apply knowledge of construction methods, compliance requirements, and materials.

The scope includes conducting waterproofing inspections at construction points, on existing buildings, and designing new and remedial solutions. Specialists must understand compliance requirements and construction methods. They contribute significantly to the built environment by ensuring compliance and safety.

The course covers selecting appropriate waterproofing systems and ensuring building code compliance. For existing structures, it includes inspections and audits to identify defects and create rectification plans. Successful completion results in the CPC50722 Diploma or a Statement of Attainment for competent units.

Frequently Asked Questions

A general guide to fees for this qualification pathway is:

Diploma units only (you already hold CPC40120)

Master Builders Member Rate

$2,750

Non-Member Rate

$3,000

All Diploma units (you don’t hold CPC40120)

Master Builders Member Rate

$3,950

Non-Member Rate

$4,250

MBA does not accept more than $1,500 in advance of service being provided. Please refer to website for fees.  CPC40120 – Certificate IV in Building and Construction.

Instead of rushing from the worksite to a classroom, you now have time to go home, settle in, grab a snack, and then simply log in to learn. Online learning is just like a real class except from the comfort of your own home.

All you need is your laptop/tablet/computer, a quiet place, speakers or headphones, and a microphone. Once you log in to learn you'll be connected to educators and colleagues, as well as having access to our learning resources, videos and more!

To support your learning recorded tutorial videos can be accessed at any time along with course notes. Students now have the flexibility to watch these videos at any time, or multiple times and can start/stop when needed. This is beneficial for revisiting or reinforcing what you are learning.

Live Q&A forums give you the best chance to understand the course content and how it applies to construction job roles in a live environment. Learn from industry expert trainers and ask them questions to gain valuable information to help complete your assessments. Students can join a Live Q&A forum on weekday evenings.

To get you started our customer service team will assist you in setting up the online learning platform and provide you with ongoing support during your course. Students can access customer service support during standard business hours.

The CPC50722 Diploma of Construction Waterproofing Design and Survey online course is designed to upskill industry professionals technical knowledge to enable them to conduct waterproofing inspections and identify solutions for building projects, as well as develop and design waterproofing plans.

Career benefits:

  • Develop expertise in identifying waterproofing requirements, material selection and system design for complex structures
  • Formally recognise your existing design and survey skills and knowledge
  • Few professionals focus on waterproofing at this level, making it a niche skill that can set you apart in the industry
  • Professionals with specialised skills in waterproofing are in high demand to ensure compliance and prevent costly repairs
  • Holding this qualification will demonstrate advanced competency and commitment to quality
  • Be involved in high profile and complex projects requiring advanced waterproofing expertise
  • Raise waterproofing industry standards and improve quality
  • Be recognised as a waterproofing industry specialist
  • Expand your business capabilities

Occupations may include:

  • Waterproofing Consultant
  • Structural Engineer
  • Hydraulic Engineer
  • Remedial Engineer
  • Architect
  • Certifier
  • Technical staff from waterproofing vendors/suppliers

The qualification has core units of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry. The industry requires general employability skills such as:

  • Supervise site communication
  • Work Health and Safety practices
  • Apply building codes and standards
  • Administration processes
  • Problem-solving
  • Inspecting, Designing and Planning
  • Self-management
  • Technology

Master Builders applies the following entry requirements:

  • Experience: Five (5) years full-time equivalent industry experience in a role that requires an in-depth understanding of waterproofing systems. This may include waterproofing designers, waterproofing consultants, remediation design practitioners, architects, engineers, waterproofing inspectors, technical staff of waterproofing suppliers and other relevant waterproofing technical design roles.

AND

  • Reference: Details of one or more referees such as engineers, architects, certifiers, builder or other design practitioners who can confirm your waterproofing design history and experience, particularly on large commercial projects.
  • Site Access: access to sites and a valid White Card (General Construction Induction Card)
  • access to building projects up to three (3) storeys for;
    • Residential – NCC Class 1 and 10 buildings, and
    • Commercial – NCC Class 2 to 9, Type C and B construction
  • Entry Quiz: achieve at least 80% during the application process
  • Computer Literacy: advanced computer skills and access to relevant technology
  • Resources: own tools, equipment and resources to be able to undertake RPL practical projects.

Please download and read the Course Information Brochure for further information.

Apply for your USI prior to application.

Enrolment Conditions

Master Builders has enrolment conditions to help you progress through your training:

  • Students cannot enrol in more than one online qualification and/or program at the same time.
  • Students cannot undertake more than two programs in total at a time.

This does not include our online Professional Development, CPD Made Easier, or short 1 or 2 day courses.

The course is designed to be completed within 24 months.

It is possible to complete this course in a shorter timeframe if you hold CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction, as there are units which are common to both qualifications.

In order to successfully achieve the CPC50722 Diploma of Construction Waterproofing Design and Survey, participants must be assessed as competent in sixteen (16) units of competency. The units of competency offered by Master Builders are:

CODE

UNITS OF COMPETENCY TITLE

BSBAUD513

Report on quality audits

CPCCBC4003

Select, prepare and administer a construction contract

CPCCBC4012

Read and interpret plans and specifications

CPCCBC4014

Prepare simple building sketches and drawings

CPCCWP5001

Design below ground waterproofing

CPCCWP5002

Design external above ground waterproofing

CPCCWP5003

Design waterproofing to internal wet areas

CPCCWP5004*

Determine origin of water and moisture ingress into buildings

CPCCWP5005*

Prepare a scope of works for remedial waterproofing

CPCCWP5006

Survey waterproofing systems

CPPBDN5110

Inspect and assess sites to inform the design process

Participants are also required to undertake five (5) elective units:

CPCCBC4001

Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings

CPCCBC4053

Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C buildings

CPCCBC4024

Resolve business disputes

CPCCBC4008

Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects

CPCWHS1001

Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

FEES*

$3,950 / $4,250

*Member/Non-member
Subsidies Available

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When

Available Now


Location

Online


Duration

24 months


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