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CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction

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Key details

Duration

1 year/s

This program is delivered over a period of 12 months. The length of time to complete this qualification will depend on the location, study mode and/or units selected and will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.

Intake

Locations

Casuarina, Alice Springs, Remote
Not available to international students.

Course code

CPC40120

Overview



Applications are closed for 2024 and will reopen in early 2025.

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. It includes individuals 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.

Completion of the general construction indicution training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who carries out construction work. Achievement of unit CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Builder and Site Supervisor licensing varies across States and Territories, and requirements additional to the attainment of this qualification may be required.

Career opportunities

Occupations relevant to this qualification in industry sectors such as Building Trades include: 

>Builder
>Construction Supervisor
>Site manager
>Site supervisor
>Leading hand

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Skill recognition

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL is the acknowledgement of a person's skills and knowledge acquired through previous training, work or life experience, which may be used to grant status or credit in a subject regardless of how and where they were attained, including overseas.This can include skills from:

  • Previous study excluding courses at another VET/TAFE institution, but including courses at school or college, through adult education classes or training programs at work;
  • Work experience (including both work that is paid and unpaid); and/or
  • Life experience (for example leisure pursuits or voluntary work).

RPL is a form of assessment. It is used to determine whether a person has acquired, through formal or informal learning, the skills and experience consistent with the stated competency standards that comprise a qualification. RPL is not time referenced, so there are no parameters on how or when the skills are acquired. However, the skills that have been acquired through life experience etc., must be current and must match the elements and performance criteria contained in the individual unit.

Students seeking RPL need to indicate this on their enrolment form at the time of enrolment.

For further information please refer to the Applicant's Guide to the Recognition of Prior Learning or contact Student Central on 1800 061 963 (free call) or email Student.Central@cdu.edu.au.

Credit Transfer

Charles Darwin University as a Registered Training Organisation recognises the Australian Qualifications Framework qualifications and Statement of Attainments issued by any other Australian Registered Training Organisation.

Students are encouraged to submit any requests for credit from previous studies at the time of enrolment, to ensure they are not enrolling in units they may not need to undertake.

In order to apply for exemption/credit transfer from units completed at another training organisation, you will need to complete an Application for Exemption Form available from any campus, centre, or team, or a copy of the form can be obtained from the web.

Your completed Application for Exemption form together with attached documentary evidence (certified copy of Qualification/Statement of Attainment) to support your request for exemption/credit transfer should be submitted directly to the University either in person or by mail. Requests without documentary evidence will not be processed and will be returned to students. There are no fees attached to Credit Transfers.

Pathways

VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.

Students who successfully complete VET qualifications at the Certificate IV level or above and subsequently enrol in a Bachelor degree in the same field or discipline, will receive advanced standing as detailed in the table below.


Completed Award Course Level
HE
VET
to a HE Award
Credit granted for a completed award in the same field
Certificate IV
*
3 year Bachelor award
up to 40 credit points
Certificate IV
*
4 year Bachelor award
up to 40 credit points
Diploma
*
*
3 year Bachelor award
up to 80 credit points
Diploma
*
*
4 year Bachelor award
up to 80 credit points
Advanced Diploma
*
*
3 year Bachelor award
up to 160 credit points
Advanced Diploma
*
*
4 year Bachelor award
up to 160 credit points
Associate Degree
*
3 year Bachelor award
up to 160 credit points
Associate Degree
*
4 year Bachelor award
up to 160 credit points

Further training pathways from this qualification include but are not limited to Building and Construction Diploma, Construction Administration. On completion of this qualification credit(s) may be available into Higher Education courses.

Fees

2024 Fees

  Fee Type  2024 Course Fees
  NT Government supported*  $3,115.40 - $3,374.40
  Full Fee  $16,840.00 - $18,240.00

*This course is supported by the NT Government for eligible domestic students who are NT residents. A limited number of NT Government supported places are available, so secure your place now.

Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.

For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments. 2025 TAFE fees will be published as soon as they become available.

Fee exemptions

Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only.

At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:

  • Recipient of a Centrelink payment
  • Recipient of Department of Veterans Affairs benefits
  • Enrolled Secondary Students
  • Permanent residents with refugee or humanitarian status

Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment.

If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG’s Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption.

Delivery allowance for VET funded programs

International VET Package

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CDU trades student

Why study trades at CDU?

Whether you're an apprentice, a trainee, or already working in the industry, our trades courses are for you.

Start your career or upskill in a variety of areas from construction and electrotechnology to plumbing and metal trades. Wherever your interest lies, you'll learn from experts with industry-standard technologies and tools so you can graduate workplace ready.

  • NT's largest training provider
  • Access to specialised trade training facilities
  • Recognition of prior learning so you can qualify faster
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Why study at CDU?

Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.

  • Access to first-class facilities
  • Recognition of prior learning accepted
  • Packages into higher education available for most courses

What will I study?

To achieve a CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction a total of nineteen (19) units of competency must be completed comprising eleven (11) Core and eight (8) Elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below.

Course structure

To achieve the occupational outcome of Builder electives must include:

  • All Group A elective units
  • Up to two elective units from either Group B or general electives.
  • One elective unit may be from any training package or accredited course as long as it ensures the integrity of the qualification-s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contributes to a valid, industry supported vocational outcome.

To achieve the occupation outcome of Site Manager electives must include:

  • All Group B electives
  • Up to four elective units from either Group A or general electives.
  • One unit may be from any training package or accredited course as long as it ensures the integrity of the qualification-s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contributes to a valid, industry supported vocational outcome.

The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 842 - 912.

CodeModule/Unit of CompetencyHours
Core units of competency
CPCCBC4001Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings18
CPCCBC4002Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace40
CPCCBC4007Plan building or construction work40
CPCCBC4008Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects40
CPCCBC4009Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects50
CPCCBC4010*Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions200
CPCCBC4012Read and interpret plans and specifications30
CPCCBC4014Prepare simple building sketches and drawings40
CPCCBC4018Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects40
CPCCBC4021Minimise waste on the building and construction site20
CPCCBC4053Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C Buildings22
 Total nominal hours for core units540
Elective units of competency (Select 8)
Group A - Building 
BSBPMG422Apply project quality management techniques40
CPCCBC4003Select, prepare and administer a construction contract50
CPCCBC4004Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects60
CPCCBC4005Produce labour and material schedules for ordering40
CPCCBC4006Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects40
CPCSUS4002Use building science principles to construct energy efficient buildings42
Group B - Site Management 
CPCCBC4013Prepare and evaluate tender documentation20
CPCCBC4017Arrange resources and prepare for the building and construction project20
CPCCBC4052Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry50
CPCCCO4001Supervise concreting work50
General Electives 
CPCCBC5019Manage building and construction business finances50
 Total nominal hours for elective units302 - 372
 Total nominal hours for the qualification842 - 912

 

*CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions has prerequisite requirements of CPCCBC4053 and CPCCBC4001.
 

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

To gain entry into, CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction candidates require:

  • Recommended completion of English and Maths to a year 12 standard
  • Mature-aged students, with industry skills and knowledge
  • Confident computer literacy
  • Candidates are expected to have or obtain an NT White card

To gain entry into CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction as an apprentice, candidates require:

  • To be an Apprentice who has entered a Training Contract with their employer and Australian Apprenticeship Support Network NT

All of my lecturers were top notch former tradies with a solid grasp of what they were teaching. Whatever my issue was, they were always there for me. It was great.

Yron

CDU student

Yron VET Trades

All of my lecturers were top notch former tradies with a solid grasp of what they were teaching. Whatever my issue was, they were always there for me. It was great.

Yron

CDU student

Yron VET Trades

Course details

Accreditation

This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package.

Employability skills

Employability Skills are embedded in the training and assessment of national training package qualifications. Information on the Employability Skills relevant to your qualification can be obtained by visiting this website and keying in the national code for the qualification: training.gov.au

Location and study mode

Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.



Locations: Casuarina, Alice Springs, Remote



Study Mode: Online



Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.

Additional information

Sector
TAFE
Industry groups
BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
Occupation types
Building Associate
Area of study
Building and Construction, Engineering and Mining, Engineering

Contact details

VET Engineering and Construction
Location: Casuarina & Alice Springs Campuses
Phone: 08 8946 7507 (CAS) 08 8959 5465 (ASP)
Email: vet.mte@cdu.edu.au

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Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.

You make CDU

Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.

You make CDU

Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.

How to apply

How to apply for domestic students

CDU TAFE has several pathways for you to apply.

 

Visit How to apply for CDU TAFE courses for more information.

 

Admission requirements for domestic students

Before applying, you may want to check if you meet the admission requirements for studying with CDU.

 

CDU has many pathways to study, so don't worry if you don't meet the admission requirements right now. There is a study pathway to get you started on your journey.

Not sure if you are a domestic or international student?

That's OK - it can be a little tricky to know the difference.

 

To help you out, we've put together a guide to answer any questions you might have.

How to apply for international students

Applications to CDU must be submitted online.

 

The process is simple, all you need is a valid email address to create your online account.

 

Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.

 

There is no application fee when you apply online.

Find a CDU agent partner

Applicants may seek further information about international education in Australia from the Australian Government Department of Education and Training or from our overseas / external representatives.

 

To help with the process, we've compile a list of authorised representatives.

Not sure if you are a domestic or international student?

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To help you out, we've put together a guide to answer any questions you might have.

 

Things like the difference between domestic and international students or the difference between course types like TAFE and undergraduate.

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