CPC40120 – Certificate IV in Building and Construction

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Take your construction career up a level with our CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction.

Learn the skills and knowledge to get ahead as a construction site foreman, construction manager or construction supervisor.

Earn the building and construction qualification you need to register as a licensed builder throughout Australia.

Transformed’s online building and construction qualification is designed with the flexibility to help you transform your career – no matter how busy you are.

Funding is available in the following states:

ACT –  Apprenticeship

NSW – Smart & Skilled (Training Priority & Apprenticeship)

QLD – CSQ Construction Skills Queensland

Overview

Learn the skills to work as a builder, construction manager or foreman with Transformed’s CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction.

This nationally recognised building and construction qualification is designed to give you the skills and knowledge you need to boost your career, with all the flexibility of online learning.

Study anywhere, anytime with easy access to our training resources and tutors.

With the online CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction, you learn best practice theory with practical examples of workplace application.

Our experienced trainers will teach you how to prepare building sketches and drawings, read plans, apply building codes and standards, produce material schedules and costings, and more.

All the specialist skills and knowledge you need to become a residential builder or start your career in construction.

Got some experience in a building environment? Get a head-start on your Certificate IV in Building and Construction with


Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Support and delivery

Take advantage of our flexible training and assessment options, designed for busy people. Transformed offers two flexible learning pathways:

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) – Assessment only, assessing evidence of existing skills and knowledge against the competency standards.

Online Learning – The learning environment provides access to study guides, assessment materials & submission links and online support from your assessor.

Our Transformed team will support you every step of the way through training literature, videos and assessor contact.

Course duration

The completion timeframe for this qualification is 24 months.

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course, however we recommend you have experience in the building and construction industry as well as a basic knowledge of the BCA and other standards.

Expected level of student skills: It is expected students have a level of digital literacy to access information, communicate and complete training and assessment activities using a computer/tablet and our online learning platform.

Students will be required to complete a number of tasks independently, and to have the skills to manage their own time and study. Students are expected to be able to research and analyse information, and to apply knowledge to real world situations.

Students will be required to independently read and understand a range of different documents including organisation policies, plans, guidelines & procedures, external documentation (may include codes, policies and articles), handbooks, instruction guides (and where applicable drawing and plans).

Students are also required to develop written documentation, including risk assessments, action plans, logs, reports.

A key skill for this program is the ability to effectively communicate with others in English.

Technology requirements: Students should be able to access and use computer/tablet device with word processing software, internet browser, email account and webcam/microphone and speakers (or headset). An internet connection is also required.

Course Structure

Core Units

CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings

CPCCBC4002 Manage occupational 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

CPCCBC4003 Select and prepare 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

BSBPMG422 Apply project quality management techniques.

BSBESB407 Manage finances for new business ventures.

CPCCBC4024 Resolve business disputes.

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Excellent scope of training with trainers who are industry professionals.

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