Course Description
This course is designed to meet the needs of people working in the building industry whose intention is to work as a Site Supervisor/Manager or want to become a Registered Building Practitioner.
It is specifically designed for learners from a trades background who have already completed the Certificate IV in Building and Construction (CPC40110), and who can demonstrate the commitment to taking another step in their career pathway. It requires learners to be actively engaged in the construction industry so they can demonstrate the practical aspects of the course in their worksites.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:
27 units of competency:
24 core units of competency
3 elective units of competency.
| 24 Core Units of Competency | 3 Elective Units of Competency |
|---|---|
| BSBOPS504 – Manage business riskBSBWHS513 – Lead WHS risk managementCPCCBC4001 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings
CPCCBC4003 – Select, prepare and administer a construction contract CPCCBC4004 – Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects CPCCBC4005 – Produce labour and material schedules for ordering CPCCBC4008 – Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects CPCCBC4009 – Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects CPCCBC4010 – Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions CPCCBC4012 – Read and interpret plans and specifications CPCCBC4013 – Prepare and evaluate tender documentation CPCCBC4014 – Prepare simple building sketches and drawings CPCCBC4018 – Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects CPCCBC4053 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C buildings CPCCBC5001 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction CPCCBC5002 – Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects CPCCBC5003 – Supervise the planning of onsite building and construction work CPCCBC5005 – Select and manage building and construction contractors CPCCBC5007 – Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor CPCCBC5010 – Manage construction work CPCCBC5011 – Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction CPCCBC5013 – Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects CPCCBC5018 – Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to 3 storeys CPCCBC5019 – Manage building and construction business finances |
BSBPMG532 – Manage project qualityCPCCBC5004 – Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materialsCPCCBC5009 – Identify services layout and connection methods for Type C and B construction |
Course Duration & Mode of Delivery
Australian Trade Skills offers this qualification by Full time Study or RPL.
Full Time Study course duration is for 124 weeks which includes 24 holiday weeks from the date of commencement of the course.
Both pathways make use of our Online Learning Management system as a source of documentation.
This course requires face to face interaction, with full time study requiring 20 hours of attendance per week.
Commencement Date
Please contact our office to obtain our course commencement dates.
Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
Recognition is available to all learners of the RTO. An application for Recognition can be made on the Application for Recognition Form. Participants must be working in the industry and have the support of their employer.
Refund Policy and Deferments
Please refer to our Student Handbook for full details.
Study Pathways
Learners who successfully complete this qualification may pathway into further study options:
- CPC60212 Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
- Or any other relevant qualification
Employment Opportunities
This qualification has employability skills. Participants may find employment in construction roles in businesses and other industries requiring building and construction qualification.
Entry Requirements
- be aged 18 years or over
- be an existing worker in a building supervision role
- have the support of their supervisor and employer
- hold a minimum of a Higher School Certificate (or equivalent)
- able to commit to the course duration and time commitment
- Have already attained a “Whitecard”
- Satisfactorily completed our Language Literacy and Numeracy assessment
- Have a completed workplace support agreement, which confirms the resources required for training and assessment will be made available to the student.
Additional Requirements
Students will need to have an internet capable laptop.
Students will need this to access the learning and assessment material both in class and at home.
Course Fee
Contact our office for the current course fees.
Contact Details
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