Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Develop your career and employment options. If you’re already in the building and construction industry and would like to step up into supervisory roles or you’re a tradesperson seeking to become a subcontractor then our building course will give you the skills to achieve your career aspirations.
Through our building course with current industry professionals you will gain the skills and knowledge:
- to coordinate the construction of low-rise buildings
- to select and prepare major domestic construction contracts
- to plan and prepare project estimates and schedules
- to manage occupational health and safety
- to apply the National Construction Codes and Australian Standards to building systems
- to manage small business finances
| National Code | CPC40110 |
|---|---|
| Study Areas |
Building & Construction |
| Study Level | Certificate IV |
| Study Type | Local |
| Study Mode | PT: 6-12 months |
| Course Type | Victorian TAFE Course |
| Campuses | Box Hill Campus |
| Tuition Fee Type | Estimated Annual Fee |
| Free TAFE^ | $0.00 |
| Gov. Subsidised - Standard | $3,063.00 |
| Gov. Subsidised - Concession | $613.00 |
| Full Tuition Fee | $11,929.00 |
| Service Fees | Estimated Annual Fees |
| Service & Amenities* | $155.00 |
| Core Skills Support** | $75.00 |
| Annual Material Fees | $644.80 |
| Retain Course Items*** | No fee applies |
^ This course is on the 2019 Free TAFE list - find out more.
* Does not apply to VETiS or Short course students.
** Does not apply to VETiS, International students, Short Courses, Graduate Degrees , or re-enrolling students who re-enrol in the same course.
***Retained Course Items are purchased by the student once prior to commencing. The course items bought by the student become the property of the student. Such items retain a generic application for other purposes outside the student's course of study (e.g. textbooks).
Annual student tuition & material fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees listed are for 2019 and may increase annually over the duration of delivery. Advertised start dates and delivery locations are subject to viable student numbers. For more information please contact our Course Advisors on 1300 BOX HILL.
This training is provided to eligible individuals with funds made available by the Commonwealth and Victorian Governments
February, April, July and September
Part time: 6 or 12 months (Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30 - 9:30pm)
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There are two options for this course – 6 months or 12 months.
6 month (fast track) option
Applicants must have:
- completed a building trade, preferably in carpentry but other trades will be accepted. Only fourth year apprentices will be accepted into this course
- access to a building site to assist in completing assessment tasks
- basic computer skills – must be able to navigate the internet and use basic functions of Microsoft Word.
12 month option:
Applicants who do not have a trade background may enrol in the current 12 month course. This course runs at a slower pace which allows learners more time to learn the fundamentals of building in Australia. It also provides learners with more time to complete assessment tasks.
PRE-TRAINING REVIEW
To assist prospective students to determine whether a course is suitable and appropriate for the individual needs the Institute and CAE will assess all students’ language, literacy and numeracy and digital literacy by asking you to undertake a self-assessment review prior to the enrolment.
A course advisor will discuss the outcomes of the review and make recommendations about whether the course is suitable for you, and identify additional support where required.
Students who wish to do further studies may progress to the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building). Credit transfer is available for students who successfully complete the Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building).
Direct entry
Recognition of Prior Learning is available.
This course is government accredited and has national recognition
The qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 4
On successful completion of this qualification you may be considered for positions within a construction company such as:
- site supervisor
- foreman
- or you may operate as a sub-contractor.
With relevant industry experience a graduate may apply to the Building Practitioners Board (BPB) to become a registered building practitioner under the domestic builder category.
Please note the CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) is not a prescribed qualification under the Building Regulations 2006.
Where an applicant has obtained a qualification that is not prescribed, or accepted as an equivalent qualification, such as CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building), the Board will consider this as part of a broader examination of the applicant’s knowledge and experience.
To find out more about becoming a registered building practitioner please refer to the Victorian Building Authority website.
Code |
Title |
Hours |
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| BSBSMB406A | MANAGE SMALL BUSINESS FINANCES | 60.0 |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to implement, monitor and review strategies for the ongoing management of a small business's finances. It also includes day to day financial management of the small business. Specific legal requirements apply to the management of a small business. |
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| CPCCBC4002A | MANAGE OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY IN THE BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION WORKPLACE | 40.0 |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to conduct an OHS risk analysis, including the inspection of workplaces for hazards. The development and implementation of appropriate responses, including responses required by state or territory legislation and regulations, to mitigate the risks are also addressed. The unit requires candidates to have a comprehensive and appropriate understanding of the complex range of legislative and workplace requirements to manage risk in building and construction workplaces. |
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| CPCCBC4005A | PRODUCE LABOUR AND MATERIAL SCHEDULES FOR ORDERING | 40.0 |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to produce schedules of resource requirements so that orders can be placed for materials and labour for residential and commercial projects and to record and track costs as they are incurred. Knowledge of codes, regulations and approval processes, contractor systems, physical resource and supplier identification and the ability to assess the availability of and requirements for skilled labour are essential. |
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| CPCCBC4007A | PLAN BUILDING OR CONSTRUCTION WORK | 40.0 |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan on-site activities, including the employment of physical and human resources and the development of documentation and advice for relevant authorities concerning residential and commercial projects. |
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| CPCCBC4009B | APPLY LEGAL REQUIREMENTS TO BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS | 50.0 |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply legal requirements to building and construction projects of residential and low rise commercial buildings. ('Low rise' licensing classification with reference to Class 1 and 10 construction and Classes 2 to 9 with a gross floor area not exceeding 2000 square metres, not including Type A or Type B construction). Application of legal requirements includes the capacity to ensure compliance with all contractual requirements. A thorough knowledge of the application of current legal and regulatory requirements is essential. |
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| CPCCBC4006B | SELECT, PROCURE AND STORE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS FOR LOW RISE PROJECTS | 40.0 |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to supervise the systems through which materials are typically selected, acquired and stored on site for projects described by the Building Code of Australia (BCA) as low rise building or construction work (low rise' licensing classification with reference to Class 1 and 10 construction and Class 2 to 9 with a gross floor area not exceeding 2000 square metres, not including Type A or Type B construction). It ensures the delivery to the site of materials that meet contract specifications and service requirements for low rise projects. |
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| CPCCBC4008B | CONDUCT ON-SITE SUPERVISION OF BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS | 40.0 |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to supervise implementation of administration processes relating to residential and commercial construction projects. The ability to administer payments, supervise on-site communications, ensure compliance with quality control and complete record keeping processes is essential. |
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| CPCCBC4016A | ADMINISTER A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT | 20.0 |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to administer building and construction contracts for either residential or commercial projects. |
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| BSBITU201 | PRODUCE SIMPLE WORD PROCESSED DOCUMENTS | 60.0 |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop basic keyboard skills using touch typing techniques in a broad range of settings. |
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| BSBITU202 | CREATE AND USE SPREADSHEETS | 30.0 |
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to correctly create and use spreadsheets and charts using spreadsheet software. |
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| BSBSMB404A | UNDERTAKE SMALL BUSINESS PLANNING | 50.0 |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to research and develop an integrated business plan for achieving business goals and objectives. Specific legal requirements apply to the management of a small business. |
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| BSBSMB404 | UNDERTAKE SMALL BUSINESS PLANNING | 50.0 |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to research and develop an integrated business plan for achieving business goals and objectives. Specific legal requirements apply to the management of a small business. Prerequisites: none |
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