Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)

CPC40120

Location

Online

Study Mode

Online

Outcomes

Construction Manager, Contract Administrator, Estimator, Site Manager, Site Supervisor

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Qualification

Certificate IV

Awarded By

Open Colleges

Duration

18 months

Start Date

Enquire now for upcoming start dates

Payment Option

Fee For Service, Payment plan, Upfront payment

This course meets the Nationally Recognised Training standards. It is listed on the Australian government's National Register for Vocational Education and Training (VET). Studying this course leads to a qualification that's recognised throughout Australia, and lets employers know that you have the right skills for the job.

How Much Will It Cost?

Payment plan

Flexible payment plans are available for this course, making it easier to invest in your future. Enquire now to find out more!

Course Rundown

Give your career in building the best foundation with the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) from Open Colleges! Designed to help working trades professionals and newcomers to the construction industry become licensed builders without the hassle of full-time classes, this course is delivered entirely online to ensure ultimate flexibility and the freedom to study at your own pace.

The course is designed to give you a solid understanding of building fundamentals and structural principles for residential and commercial low rise construction projects. Learn how to prepare simple building sketches, interpret plans and specs, estimate costs for a range of projects, prepare contracts, plan construction work, select and procure the correct construction materials and conduct on-site supervision of construction works.

The course also covers building codes and standards, WHS protocols on construction sites, and how to comply with legal requirements and resolve business disputes. Upon completion of this course, you will have met the educational requirements needed for registration as a licensed builder in Queensland, Tasmania, the ACT and the Northern Territory. NSW Fair Trading, the SA Consumer and Business Services (CBS), the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) and Builders Registration Board of WA might evaluate this qualification as part of a broader consideration of your experience and knowledge for registration as a licensed builder. As licensing varies from state to state, there may be extra requirements necessary to register. Please ensure you refer to your state’s licencing requirements.

PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run RTO, not government-run like a TAFE, so they cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrolment with Open Colleges.

Eligibility

Entry requirements can differ depending on the course. Generally, you need to be at least 18 years old to enrol. If you are under 18, you will require permission from a parent or guardian. Students should also possess basic language, literacy, numeracy, and digital skills to read course materials comfortably, understand technical terms, and communicate effectively via email.

To learn more about the specific entry requirements for this course or if you need advice on whether this course is suitable for you please enquire now.

Please note: This course is not available to student visa holders.

FAQS

What You’ll Learn

In this building and construction course, the essential subjects you may cover include:

CPCCBC4001 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 building
CPCCBC4053 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C
Worksite Permission and White Card
CPCCBC4014 – Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
CPCCBC4012 – Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCBC4004 – Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4003 – Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
CPCCBC4005 – Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
CPCCBC4010 – Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions
CPCCBC4007 – Plan building and construction work
CPCCBC4008 – Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction project
CPCCBC4009 – Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4018 – Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4002 – Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace
CPCCBC4006 – Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects
BSBPMG422 – Apply project quality management techniques
CPCCBC4021 – Minimise waste on the building and construction site
CPCCBC4024 – Resolve business disputes
CPCSUS4002 – Use building science principles to construct energy efficient buildings
BSBESB407 – Manage finances for new business ventures

Why study with Open Colleges

Open Colleges has been helping Australians realise their potential for over 125 years, and they’re now one of Australia’s leaders in online education. In the last decade alone, they’ve helped over 450,000 students gain the skills to launch, change or take the next step in their careers. When you study with OC, you’ll graduate with a nationally recognised qualification that’ll help you find work across Australia. Their nationally recognised courses are designed by vocational experts, and you’ll learn job-ready skills from industry specialists. Online learning is all about flexibility, so they’ve designed their learning platform to be as flexible as possible. It’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so you can access it anytime you want. It’s designed to work around your lifestyle, not the other way around, so you can easily fit your study in with your other commitments.

Student Support

The common misconception is that studying online means that you’re studying alone, but at Open Colleges, they take great pride in the superior support provided to their students. They make it easy for you to get support when you need it with their student support team available available from Monday to Saturday via email, phone, and Live Chat.. They’re here, in tandem with trainers and assessors, to make sure you’re supported the whole way through your course, from the time you enrol right through to your graduation.

Where Will It Lead Me?

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) from Open Colleges.

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