CPC40120: Certificate IV in Building and Construction

Build Your Future in Building Industry

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CRICOS Course Code: 110424E

Course Overview

The Certificate IV in Building and Construction is a nationally recognised qualification for individuals seeking a career in the building and construction industry. This course equips students with the skills and knowledge required to work as site supervisors, managers, or in a variety of leadership roles in residential and commercial construction projects.

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CRICOS Course Code

110424E

Delivery Method

Face to face with theory and hands-on

Duration

52 Weeks including term breaks

Study Load

20 hours per week (Full-Time)

Age

18+ on the date of commencement

Location

Melbourne or Brisbane Campus

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Available at Melbourne Campus
83 – 89 Boundary Road, North Melbourne VIC 3051
Available at Brisbane Campus
Unit 19, Level 4, 269 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley 4006

Career Pathways

Registered builder

Construction manager

Domestic builder

Building estimator

Building/Construction project supervisor

Site foreperson

1

Age & Academic Criteria

  • Must be 18 years or older at the time of application.
  • Completion of Australian Year 11/12 or an equivalent qualification.

2

English Language Proficiency

  • IELTS 6.0 (Academic or General) or equivalent, as per DOHA regulations.
  • Online IELTS is NOT accepted. Refer to DOHA English Language Requirements.
  • Applicants must complete a Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN) test before training
For further information, refer to Entry Requirements Policy and Procedures.

Entry Requirements

Further Study Pathways

CPC50220

Diploma of Building and Construction

Focuses on advanced construction project management, contract administration, and leadership.
BSB50820

Diploma of Project Management

A pathway into advanced project management and leadership roles, with a focus on managing large-scale projects.

Course Structure / Packaging Rules

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in 20 units of competency:

  • 11 Core Units

  • 8 Elective Units

Core Units

 

Unit Code

Unit Title

CPCCBC4012Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCBC4002Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace
CPCCBC4014Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
CPCCBC4018Apply site surveys and set‐out procedures to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4007Plan building or construction work
CPCCBC4001Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings
CPCCBC4053Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C Buildings
CPCCBC4021Minimise waste on the building and construction site
CPCCBC4009Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4008Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4010Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions
Core Units

Elective Units

 

Unit Code

Unit Title

CPCCBC4004Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4005Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
CPCCBC4003Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
CPCCBC4026Arrange building applications and approvals
CPCCBC4006Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects
CPCSUS4002Use building science principles to construct energy efficient buildings
BSBESB401Research and develop business plans
BSBPMG422Apply project quality management techniques
Elective Units

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