Certificate IV in Building and Construction

Overview

The Certificate IV in Building and Construction (CPC40120) is the step-up qualification for tradespeople and construction workers moving into supervisory and building-management roles. The course covers the knowledge base of a residential and low-rise builder: applying the National Construction Code to Class 1 and 10 and Class 2–9 Type C buildings, structural principles, legal and contractual requirements, WHS management, site set-out, planning and supervision of building work.

Our elective selection follows the Builder occupational stream, adding construction contracts, cost estimating, labour and material scheduling, procurement, project quality management and energy-efficient building science, together with tendering and team leadership. This mirrors the commercial reality of running building projects — pricing the job, securing it, resourcing it and delivering it.

Delivered face-to-face at our Brisbane and Gold Coast campuses, the program suits graduates of trade qualifications and experienced construction workers alike. It is a recognised step in the study pathway toward builder licensing in most Australian jurisdictions (licensing requirements vary by state and territory and include experience and other criteria set by the regulator).

Units of Competency

• CPCCBC4001Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings
• CPCCBC4002Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace
• CPCCBC4007Plan building and construction work
• CPCCBC4008Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects
• CPCCBC4009Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects
• CPCCBC4010Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions
• CPCCBC4012Read and interpret plans and specifications
• CPCCBC4014Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
• CPCCBC4018Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects
• CPCCBC4021Minimise waste on the building and construction site
• CPCCBC4053Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C Buildings
• BSBPMG422Apply project quality management techniques
• CPCCBC4003Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
• CPCCBC4004Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
• CPCCBC4005Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
• CPCCBC4006Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects
• CPCSUS4002Use building science principles to construct energy efficient buildings
• CPCCBC4013Prepare and evaluate tender documentation
• CPCCBC4052Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry

Entry Requirements

• Be 18 years of age or over at the time of course commencement
• Satisfactory completion of Year 12 or equivalent
• English language proficiency of IELTS 5.5 overall (or recognised equivalent)
• A trade qualification or construction industry experience is recommended (not mandatory)

Fees

Course fees vary by intake and payment plan. For the current fee schedule, payment options and any applicable material fees, please contact our Admissions team at admin@empower.edu.au or call 1300 000 342. International students should also review the fee and refund information provided in their Letter of Offer.

Career Outcomes

Graduates are prepared for supervisory and management roles across building and construction projects.

Pathway Opportunities

Graduates may progress to diploma-level building, construction management or leadership qualifications, including BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management offered at Empower International College.