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What does the course cover?

This course covers building theory and practice related to low rise buildings and associated light steel structures. Graduates will have developed specialist skills and knowledge in area such as plan interpretation, drafting, quantities take-off, estimating, scheduling, construction technology, OHS, site supervision, surveying, cost control, and business management.

How long will this qualification take me to complete?

Everyone learns at a different pace. This flexible learning allows you to complete the learning at your own pace. This can mean that you can complete the course within one year.

Are there any entry requirements?

You must possess sufficient literacy, numeracy and visual interpretation skills to allow you to successfully complete the course. Candidates should have a certificate II or higher in any discipline or some academic experience since leaving school. You will need to write a short composition as to why you want to complete this qualification. You may need to have a phone interview with one of our trainers before enrolment is accepted.

What are the language and literacy skills required?

Medium to high level of mathematical skill equivalent to year 10. High command of English in relation to report writing. Contact our office for further information and assistance with meeting these requirements.

What are the career prospects?

Licensed builders, construction supervisor, estimator, project manager, building consultant.

Will completing this course allow me to obtain a Builder's License?

We issue the qualifications for these courses, if your intention is to Gain a Builders License, please follow this link to the relevant licensing authority in your state. You can then find out what else you may need to gain a license http://www.bla.net.au/01_cms/index.asp?s_id=2.

I have been building for a long time. Can I get recognition of my existing skills?

Yes. As a registered training organisation, we recognize prior qualifications and learning skills. Please contact us to discuss this option.

What other qualifications does the certificate IV lead to?

• Diploma in Building
• Advanced Diploma in Building
• Credit towards Bachelor degree in construction (Through University of Newcastle)

What are the time restrictions?

You must complete the course within two years.

What are the assessment requirements?

In order to complete the certificate, you need to complete projects and exercises and submit them online for your assessment for each stage. You will also require third party evidence of some of the assessments relating to the qualification.

Do I need access to a workplace to complete this qualification?

Yes. Persons who do have access to a workplace will be encouraged to relate their assessments where possible. Participants who do not have access to a workplace will be provided with hypothetical scenarios in their assessment tasks that relate to a hypothetical workplace. However, you are required to have access to a construction site for some research.

Do I get training support?

Absolutely. All enrolled participants are provided with a trainer to access by phone and/or email when they need assistance. There are online forums where you can access questions and answers. (view your trainers profile here).

How will the training be delivered?

Training is carried out in on-line with participants issued with a username and password where they can log on and access their training and assessment resources.

You will need to carry out assessment tasks for each unit and have access to a computer and the internet

How are the units delivered?

One unit at a time will be provided until you have completed all the units required for the qualification. Total hours approximately 700

To be awarded this qualification you need to complete 15 units. 12 core and 3 electives

CPCCBC4001A Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for low rise buildings.
CPCCBC4002A Manage occupational health and safety in the building and construction workplace.
CPCCBC4003A Select and prepare a construction contract.
CPCCBC4004A Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects.
CPCCBC4005A Produce labour and material schedules for ordering.
CPCCBC4006A Select procure and store construction materials for low rise projects.
CPCCBC4007A Plan building or construction work.
CPCCBC4008A Conduct on-site supervision of the building and construction projects.
CPCCBC4009A Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects.
CPCCBC4010A Apply structural principles to residential low rise constructions.
CPCCBC4011A Apply structural principles to commercial low rise constructions.
BSBSBM406A Manage small businesss finances.

Elective Units (choose three)

CPCCBC4012A Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCBC4014A Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
CPCCBC4018A Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4024A Resolve business disputes
CPCCBC4026A Arrange building approvals and applications
BSBSBM404A Undertake small business planning
TAADEL404B Facilitate work-based learning

Payment Details (GST Exempt)

Select from the following payment options

Option 1

Full payment in advance with 10% discount $2820 less $282 Total $2538

Option 2

Staged payments - You will need to pay the initial payment and will be invoiced for subsequent learning areas. No discount applies.
Initial payment 1st five subjects $940
2nd payment of five subjects $940
Final payment of five subjects $940
Total $2820

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