CPC40120 – Certificate IV in Building and Construction
Course Code:
CPC40120
Prerequisites
There are no formal pre-requisites for this program; however appropriate experience in the building and construction industry as well as a basic knowledge of the BCA and other standards is required.
Assessment via interview and portfolio of evidence is available to participants with relevant workplace experience within building and construction environments.
Course Duration:
There is no set duration. Duration is dependent on applicant knowledge, skills and experience levels..
Career Opportunities:
- Builder
- Site Manager
- Construction Supervisor
Pathway:
- Diploma of Building & Construction
- Advanced Diploma of Building & Construction Management
Course Description
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.
Assessment
Participants are required to undertake a number of assessment activities, including:
- Self-assessment
- Third-party assessment
- Competency conversation
- Completion of a portfolio of evidence
Core Units of Competency
To obtain this Nationally recognised qualification you must complete the following core units:
CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings
CPCCBC4002 Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace
CPCCBC4007 Plan building or construction work
CPCCBC4008 Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4009 Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions
CPCCBC4012 Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCBC4014 Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
CPCCBC4018 Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4021 Minimise waste on the building and construction site
CPCCBC4053 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C Buildings
Elective Units of Competency
Elective units for this course are as follows:
BSBPMG422 Apply project quality management techniques
CPCCBC4003 Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
CPCCBC4004 Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4005 Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
CPCCBC4006 Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects
CPCSUS4002 Use building science principles to construct energy efficient buildings
CPCCBC4013 Prepare and evaluate tender documentation
BSBESB402 Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
Mode of Delivery - Recognition of Prior Learning
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How to get a builder’s or contractor licence or registration
To work as a builder or trades person in Australia you must have a licence or be registered (depending on your state or territory). A licence or registration may require a combination of technical qualification, experience, skills and knowledge prior to application.
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