CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building & Construction

The CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building & Construction is a nationally recognised qualification designed for builders, site supervisors, and managers of small to medium-sized construction businesses.
This course equips you with the skills to interpret building codes, supervise construction sites, manage WHS, apply structural principles, and prepare/administer contracts.

Duration

✅ 12 months (Face-to-Face)
✅ Up to 2 years (Virtual Class)

Delivery

✅ Face-to-Face
✅ Virtual Class

Packaging Rules

To achieve this qualification, you must complete 19 units:

✅ 11 core units
✅ 8 elective units

Core Units (11)

✔ CPCCBC4001 – Apply building codes and standards (Class 1 & 10)
✔ CPCCBC4002 – Manage WHS in construction
✔ CPCCBC4007 – Plan building and construction work
✔ CPCCBC4008 – Supervise site communication and administration
✔ CPCCBC4009 – Apply legal requirements
✔ CPCCBC4010 – Apply structural principles
✔ CPCCBC4012 – Read and interpret plans
✔ CPCCBC4014 – Prepare simple building sketches
✔ CPCCBC4018 – Apply site surveys and set-out procedures
✔ CPCCBC4021 – Minimise waste
✔ CPCCBC4053 – Apply building codes and standards (Class 2–9 Type C)

Elective Units – Group A (Building)

✔ BSBPMG422 – Apply project quality management techniques
✔ CPCCBC4003 – Select, prepare and administer a contract
✔ CPCCBC4004 – Identify and produce estimated costs
✔ CPCCBC4005 – Produce labour and material schedules
✔ CPCCBC4006 – Select and procure materials
✔ CPCSUS4002 – Use building science for energy-efficient buildings

Elective Units – Group B (Site Manager)

✔ CPCCBC4013 – Prepare and evaluate tender documentation
✔ CPCCBC4017 – Arrange resources and prepare for projects
✔ CPCCBC4052 – Lead and manage teams
✔ CPCCCO4001 – Supervise concreting work

General Electives (Sample List)

✔ BSBESB402 – Establish legal and risk management requirements
✔ BSBESB406 – Establish operational strategies
✔ BSBESB407 – Manage finances
✔ BSBLDR413 – Lead effective workplace relationships
✔ BSBPEF501 – Manage professional development
✔ BSBPMG426 – Apply project risk management techniques
✔ BSBPMG430 – Undertake project work
✔ CPCBIM4001/4002/4003 – BIM processes
✔ CPCCBC4015 – Prepare specifications
✔ CPCCBC4020 – Build thermally efficient structures
✔ CPCCBC4024 – Resolve business disputes
✔ CPCPRE4001 – Inspect prefabricated concrete elements
✔ CPCSUS4001/4003 – Sustainability and energy efficiency

Mapping & Releases

✅ Release 8 (24 Dec 2024): Updated reference to construction induction training program
✅ Supersedes CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building & Construction (Building)
✅ Supersedes CPC40508 Certificate IV in Building & Construction (Site Management)
✅ Earlier releases added BIM units and CPCPRE4001 electives

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