CPC40120
Certificate IV in Building and Construction

DESCRIPTION
Our CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction, will offer you the chance to foster the abilities to deal with a wide scope of building projects. You will get familiar with the standards, guidelines and procedures of the structure industry for low-medium ascent structures and undertakings. You will figure out how to arrange the total development of a private, mechanical or business building and assume liability for your work.
You will be trained by industry professionals where you will develop specialised skills and knowledge to pursue future employment in the construction business.
NATIONALLY RECOGNISED
Yes.
WORK PLACEMENT / INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 120 hours that we can help you organise ( working hours can be logged as placement hours for workplace students). A current Police Check and approved Working with Children Check is required before undertaking Work Placement.
DELIVERY MODE
- Classroom Based
- Workplace
- Distance Learning
- Virtual/Blended
COURSE DURATION
78 weeks including holidays
(68 weeks of study and 10 weeks of holidays)
ENTRY REQUIREMENT
There are no entry requirements for this course, however students are required to undertake the Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment and Pre -Training Review. This will assist to determine candidate’s suitability and relevance for the course and identification of any support required.
Student requires White Card at the time of enrolment.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Builder
- Construction Supervisor
- Site Manager
- Site Supervisor
- Leading Hand
EDUCATION PATHWAYS
After successful completion of CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction, you may continue with your studies by enrolling in CPC60212 Advanced Diploma of Building & Construction (Management). Some Diploma competencies count towards the Advanced Diploma program.
FUNDING, ELIGIBILITY AND COURSE FEE
Victorian residents who undertake classroom-based or blended training may be eligible for Commonwealth and Victorian Government Funding (Skills First previously known as Victorian Training Guarantee). Use our easy Eligibility Checker to find out if you’re eligible for Victorian Government Funding. Funded places are limited, so be sure to make a timely application!
UNITS
This course has 19 units of competency:
- 11 core units
- 8 elective units
Unit Code | Unit Name | Core/Elective |
---|---|---|
CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings | Core |
CPCCBC4053 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C Buildings | Core |
CPCCBC4002 | Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace | Core |
CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | Core |
CPCCBC4007 | Plan building or construction work | Core |
CPCCBC4008 | Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects | Core |
CPCCBC4009 | Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects | Core |
CPCCBC4010* | Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions | Core |
CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings | Core |
CPCCBC4018 | Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects | Core |
CPCCBC4021 | Minimise waste on the building and construction site | Core |
BSBPMG422 | Apply project quality management techniques | Elective |
CPCCBC4003 | Select, prepare and administer a construction contract | Elective |
CPCCBC4004 | Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects | Elective |
CPCCBC4005 | Produce labour and material schedules for ordering | Elective |
CPCCBC4006 | Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects | Elective |
CPCSUS4002 | Use building science principles to construct energy efficient buildings | Elective |
BSBPEF501 | Manage personal and professional development | Elective |
BSBESB407 | Manage Finances for new business ventures | Elective |