Qualification Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 7:14 AM AWST

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Certificate IV in Residential Drafting

Certificate IV in Residential Drafting

Qualification
National Code:
CPP40121
State Code:
BGI4
TGA Status:
Current
DTWD Status:
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0403 - Building
Original TGA Release Date
07/01/2021
Approved Date
16/04/2021
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
820
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
04/02/2026
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.00 04/02/2026 Current Approved
1.00 07/01/2021 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the role of entry level drafters who support building designers and architects. Drafters produce drawings and documentation and use CAD software to draft and document residential Class 1 and 10 building designs under the supervision of licensed or accredited building designers or architects.

Practice at this level is underpinned by the knowledge of construction methods and materials and the application of relevant compliance, planning and building requirements for Class 1 and 10 buildings.

Class 1 and 10 building classifications are defined in the National Construction Code (NCC).

Licensing requirements apply to building design in some states or territories. For further information check with the relevant regulatory authority.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in ten (10) units of competency, consisting of seven (7) core and three (3) elective units.

Electives are to be chosen as follows:
- all three (3) units from the electives listed below, or
- two (2) units from the electives listed below, plus one (1) unit selected from:
- the CPP50921 Diploma of Building Design qualification, or
- any current AQF level 4 qualification or accredited course provided it contributes to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and does not duplicate the outcome of another unit used
to achieve this qualification.
1. Core Units

These units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OCU53 CPPBDN4102 Analyse building design drawings 50 Unit of competency
OCU24 CPPBDN4104 Apply compliance requirements to Class 1 and 10 building design documentation 90 Unit of competency
OCU36 CPPBDN4107 Investigate construction methods for Class 1 and 10 buildings 120 Unit of competency
OCU34 CPPBDN4106 Investigate materials for construction of Class 1 and 10 buildings 120 Unit of competency
OCU45 CPPBDN4105 Prepare drawings for planning and building approval for Class 1 and 10 buildings 160 Unit of competency
OCU42 CPPBDN4103 Use CAD software to produce drawings for building design projects 100 Unit of competency
OCU41 CPPBDN4101 Work effectively in a building design environment 40 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units

At least two (2) units must be completed from this group.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OCU54 CPPBDN4108 Draw layout of required services for Class 1 and 10 buildings 45 Unit of competency
OCU50 CPPBDN5110 Inspect and assess sites to inform the design process 60 Unit of competency
ODX74 CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry 6 Unit of competency
OCU52 CPPBDN5102 Produce compliant designs for Class 1 and 10 buildings 120 Unit of competency
OCU26 CPPBDN5101 Produce digital 3-D models of building designs 60 Unit of competency
OCU56 CPPBDN4109 Research architectural styles and movements 35 Unit of competency
OCU55 CPPBDN4110 Set up BIM capable software and files for building design drafting projects 35 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVQ4 CPP40115 Certificate IV in Building Design Drafting Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

This qualification has no entry requirements.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No information