OverviewAbout this course
Study online or on campus to launch your career as a builder or site manager. Learn to operate your own building enterprise, improve your understanding of national construction codes and standards, and develop your knowledge to progress your career further.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Plan, prepare, read and interpret building and construction plans, contracts, and specifications
Identify and estimate building costs
Schedule ordering of materials and labour
Supervise projects
Interpret building codes and standards for residential and commercial constructions
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
The ability to create reports and construction contracts
Experience in following building codes and standards
Part of the eligibility requirements required to apply for a building licence
Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
Attend a pre-enrolment interview with your teacher who will evaluate your skills to determine how we can best support your success or if an alternative pathway is recommended
Undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test to assist us in designing your individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course
This course is offered as a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements
Note:
This course can also be taken as an apprenticeship. Enquire today to find out more.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
A general construction induction card (commonly known as a white card) – you will need this before you can enter a construction site
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Intermediate communication and math skills
Excellent organisational skills to coordinate construction
Problem-solving skills and high attention to detail
Ability to use a computer
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like:
Building Associate
Building Associates supervise construction sites, and organise and coordinate the material and human resources required.
Full-time share Full-time workers usually work 35 hours or more a week (in all their jobs combined).
92%
Employment size Employment size is the number of workers who do this as their main job.
15,200 workers
Average age This is the average age of all workers in this job.
42 years
Weekly pay Median earnings are shown for full-time, non-managerial employees paid at the adult rate, before tax or any amounts that are salary sacrificed. These figures are a guide to earnings only and should not be used to determine a wage rate.
$1,920
Average full-time The average full-time hours that people in this role work each week.
49 hours
Skill level rating Skill level ratings are based on the range and complexity of job roles. In general, the higher the skill level, the more formal education and training, previous experience or on-the-job training needed to be good at the job.
High
Gender share
3% female
Future growth The Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business estimates the likely change in number of workers in this role, or industry, over the next 5 years. Future growth is the likely percentage change compared to all other job roles.
Moderate Growth
Other jobs include: builder, construction supervisor, site manager, site supervisor and estimator.
Licensing
To be qualified as a licensed builder in NSW, you need to apply for a building licence. This course meets one of the requirements to apply for your building licence in NSW. Visit NSW Fair Trading for licensing requirements and guidelines before you apply.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study1 Course
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 19 units of competency, including 11 core and 8 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructionsCPCCBC4010
Read and interpret plans and specificationsCPCCBC4012
Plan building and construction workCPCCBC4007
Apply legal requirements to building and construction projectsCPCCBC4009
TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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