Certificate IV in Building & Construction
Master Builders Certificate IV in Building & Construction (Building) CPC40110 package has been designed to meet the needs of builders and managers of those wishing to obtain the technical qualifications to apply for a Low Rise Builder licence.
Dates
Face-to-face delivery commences from August 2012 (Brisbane and Gold Coast only). Distance delivery intakes occur from June 2012, and every two months thereafter. Contact your local Master Builders office for more information.
Duration
12 months – face-to-face delivery
18 months – distance delivery
Qualification
Successful participants will be issued with a Certificate IV in Building in Construction qualification upon completing all 16 units.
Course outline
This program delivers units of competency together (known as clustering) to address training and assessment that relates to complete skill sets and a job function.
The clusters are as follows:
| Sequence | Cluster | Units | Cost | ||
| Member | Non-member | ||||
|
Cluster 1 |
Manage OHS |
CPCCBC4002A |
Manage occupational health and safety in the building and construction workplace |
$360 |
$485 |
|
Cluster 2 |
Building principles and codes |
CPCCBC4001A |
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for low rise building projects |
$1,170 |
$2,040 |
| CPCCBC4010A | Apply structural principles to residential low rise constructions | ||||
| CPCCBC4011A | Apply structural principles to commercial low rise constructions | ||||
|
Cluster 3 |
Project site surveys |
CPCCBC4012A |
Read and interpret plans and specifications |
$720 |
$970 |
| CPCCBC4018A | Apply site surveys and set out procedures to building and construction projects | ||||
|
Cluster 4 |
Resource management |
CPCCBC4004A |
Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects |
$720 |
$970 |
| CPCCBC4005A | Produce labour and material schedules for ordering | ||||
|
Cluster 5 |
Project management |
CPCCBC4008A |
Conduct on-site supervision of building and construction projects |
$1,080 |
$1,455 |
| BSBWOR402A | Promote team effectiveness | ||||
| CPCCBC4006A | Select, procure and store construction materials for low rise projects | ||||
|
Cluster 6 |
Plan building or construction work |
CPCCBC4007A |
Plan building or construction work |
$360 |
$485 |
|
Cluster 7 |
Contract management |
CPCCBC4009A |
Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects |
$1,080 |
$1,455 |
| CPCCBC4003A | Select and prepare a construction contract | ||||
| CPCCBC4016A | Administer a construction contract | ||||
|
Cluster 8 |
Manage small business finances |
BSBSMB406A |
Manage small business finances |
$360 |
$485 |
|
TOTAL |
$5,850 | $8,345 | |||
Note: Sequence of delivery may be subject to change.
Delivery
Face-to-face (Brisbane and Gold Coast only – approx 12 months)
Industry-trainer led, our face-to-face programs enable you to learn in an interactive environment. Face-to-face instruction can help with understanding, provide instant feedback and introduce practical examples. This option will suit those who like to learn by participating in a group environment and will be a mixture of week night classes and Saturday workshops. It is expected that students allocate additional time, outside of the classroom, for researching and completing assessment items.
Distance learning (approx 18 months)
Distance learning is available to cater for people who require flexible learning options. Distance learning offers the opportunity to learn at your own pace and at a time and location that is convenient to you. Support and mentoring is included in the services provided by Master Builders Queensland.
It is a mandatory requirement that all students attend a full one day workshop in Brisbane that supports the competency outcome for CPCCBC4018A – Apply site surveys and set out procedures to building and construction projects. Note: all travel and accommodation costs will be at the students own expense.
Eligibility criteria
Due to the accelerated delivery of this qualificati on, prior to enrolments, candidates should be able to:
- Demonstrate a minimum of 12 months post carpentry and/or bricklaying trade (24 months for all other trades).
- Demonstrate a minimum level of language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills.
- Have access to internet and office technology.
Candidates must also be 18 years or over and have photographic identification or equivalent (e.g. drivers licence, student card, passport).
Enrolment
To enrol, candidates will need to:
- Meet the eligibility criteria
- Participate in a phone interview with Master Builders
- Undertake a LLN assessment.
Cost
Member: $5,850
Non-member: $8,345
Fees are payable in advance, per cluster.
Note: Funding opportunities may be available for eligible participants. Please contact us for more information.
Payment terms
Refer to Master Builders training and assessment fees and charges policy and refund policy for more information on payment terms.
