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Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)

This course is delivered by Orange International College Pty. Ltd. | ABN : 15 167 063 596, CRICOS Provider Code : 03446A | RTO No : 41315

Course information
Student

International

Cricos Course Code

106946B

Delivery Mode

Blended learning model (70% face-toface and 30% guided online learning)

Campus locations

235 Ingles Street, Port Melbourne, VIC 3207 Level 8, 86 Collins Street, Hobart 7000

Fee

For more information please visit our website www.orange.edu.au or contact 1300069642

Duration

This qualification will be delivered as full-time study over the course of 40 weeks and 10 weeks as breaks/holidays. Duration may vary based on mode of delivery and/or RPL and CT

Intake
19-Jan-2026 | 23-Mar-2026 | 13-Apr-2026 | 01-Jun-2026 | 13-Jul-2026 | 31-Aug-2026 | 26-Oct-2026 | 30-Nov-2026
Course overview

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.

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

Source: https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/CPC40120

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Career opportunities

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, and 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.

Occupational titles depending on packaging options selected may include:

• Builder

• Construction Supervisor

• Site Manager

• Site Supervisor

• Leading Hand

The qualification is designed to enable two specialised occupational outcome pathways depending on elective options which will be reflected as:

• Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) or

• Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Site Management)

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Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Packaging Rules

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in 19 units of competency, 11 core units, 8 elective units.

An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit/s must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification.

Note: CPCCBC4053 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings and *CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings are prerequisites for the unit marked with * CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions

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Weekend classes

Busy during the week? No worries, because Orange College provides weekend classes to give you round-the-clock education with added flexibility to suit your schedule.

Practical workshops

Getting down and dirty in a hands-on learning environment is the best approach in getting you job-ready and well-equipped with the right practical skills.

Dynamic classes

Learn in a dynamic, proactive environment with extra activities that encourage you to think outside the box and gradually develop your skills throughout your learning journey.

Modern facilities

Our state-of-the-art facilities are equipped with the latest resources, including incredible large areas for practical workshops, modern and comfortable classrooms with projectors, communal areas (breakout room/kitchen area), printers, loan laptops* and free wi-fi to give you the best chance of success and help drive your progress in becoming job-ready. *Conditions Apply. Please contact Student Services for more details.

Experienced trainers

All our trainers and educators are experts in their field who love teaching and sharing their knowledge with students to help them exceed their learning goals.

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