CRICOS Course Code: 117178B
CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction
This qualification reflects the role of builders, site managers and managers of small to medium-sized building businesses who apply knowledge of structural principles, codes, standards and legal requirements to Class 1 and 10, to a maximum of two storeys and Class 2 to 9 Type C constructions, and who plan and supervise safe building and construction work, prepare and administer contracts, and who apply quality principles to building and construction projects.
Building relates to construction and Site Management is about managing the factors around construction, such as the deployment of crews with specialised skills (including builders), product compliance, deployment of contract specialised skills, weather and site location.
Occupational titles depending on packaging options selected may include:
Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of unit CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
Builder and Site Supervisor licensing varies across States and Territories and requirements additional to the attainment of this qualification may be required.
19 Units
Recognition of Prior Learning
RPL is available (on GCA application) to students with prior skills, knowledge, experience or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training, in a related area. RPL may reduce the duration or time needed for your course completion.
GCA International Student Admission Requirements
| Units Code | Unit Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings | CORE |
| CPCCBC4002 | Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace | CORE |
| CPCCBC4007 | Plan building and 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 |
| CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 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 |
| CPCCBC4053 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C Buildings | 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 |
| RIILAT402E | Provide leadership in the supervision of diverse work teams | ELECTIVE |
| CPCCC4013 | Prepare and evaluate tender documentation | ELECTIVE |
Note: Units marked with an *asterisk have one or more prerequisites. Refer to individual units for details.
Electives are subject to change to meet client and industry requirements.
DELIVERY METHOD
All enrolled students are required to attend classes for 20 scheduled course contact hours per week over 2.5 days.
Students will also be required access to computer and internet in order to complete reading modules and assessments.”
Course language: English
