Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Building Project Support
Certificate IV in Building Project Support
CPC40320
BGE3
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 24/12/2024 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 09/12/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 23/12/2020 | Replaced | Pending |
| 1.00 | 27/11/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification is designed to meet the needs of estimators and schedulers and or contract administrators in the building and construction field who may have responsibility for the preparation of estimates from predetermined rates, processing of subcontractor claims and preparation of head and subcontracts for building and construction works.
Occupational titles may include:
Building estimator
Building scheduler
Contract administrator
The qualification packaging enables two specialised occupational outcomes depending on elective options which will be reflected as:
Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Estimator)
Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Contract Administrator)
The construction industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or very closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered in this context.
Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of unit CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:- Fifteen (15) units of competency:
- Two (2) core units
- Thirteen (13) elective units.
To achieve the occupational outcome of Contract Administrator electives must include:
- All Group A elective units
- Minimum of three units from Group B elective units
- Remaining units from general electives
- A maximum of two units may be from any training package or accredited course as long as they ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry supported vocational outcome
To achieve the occupation outcome of Estimator electives must include:
- All Group B elective units
- Minimum of two units from Group A electives
- Remaining units from general electives
- A maximum of two units may be from any training package or accredited course as long as they ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry supported vocational outcome
Prerequisite units
An asterisk (*) next to the unit code on TGA indicates that there are prerequisite requirements which must be met when packaging the qualification. Please refer to the Prerequisite requirements table for details.
1. Core Units
Both (2) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCR05 | CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OCR11 | CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A - Contract Administration
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCR00 | CPCCBC4026 | Arrange building applications and approvals | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCR25 | CPCCBC4031 | Process client requirements | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCQ01 | CPCCBC4003 | Select, prepare and administer a construction contract | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OCR03 | CPCCBC4006 | Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B - Estimating
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCQ02 | CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OCQ00 | CPCCBC4053 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings | 22 | Unit of competency |
| OCE89 | BSBPMG426 | Apply project risk management techniques | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCR28 | CPCCBC4010 | Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions | 180 | Unit of competency |
| OCP78 | CPCCBC4004 | Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OCQ23 | CPCCBC4013 | Prepare and evaluate tender documentation | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCR29 | CPCCBC4005 | Produce labour and material schedules for ordering | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C - General Electives
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W606 | CPC40208 | Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Contract Administration) | Qualification |
| W607 | CPC40308 | Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Estimating) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.