Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
The Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) is designed for tradespeople working in the construction industry who want to start their own business or for those seeking to apply for builders registration. Students will learn how to manage a successful building business through best practice in estimating, contracts management and site supervision.
Duration
6 months part-time (2 nights per week) - VET Feb intake (27/02/23), VET Jul Intake (10/7/23)
Intakes
Croydon (February, July) - View application and start dates
Study mode
- Part-time (evening)
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
Study this course for free in 2023
You could have your tuition fees covered in 2023 thanks to the Victorian Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative.
Free TAFE for Priority Courses is available if you are under 20 years old, or enrolling in a course at a higher level than you have completed before.
If you don't tick either of these boxes, you could still have a chance! There are other factors, too. The best way to find out if you’re eligible is to apply.
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
The Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) is designed for tradespeople working in the construction industry who want to start up their own business or to assist with your application for builder's registration. Learn how to manage a successful building business through best practice in your estimating, contracts management and site supervision.
Course structure
Units of study
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings (CPCCBC4001)
Elective units (pre-selected by the Program Coordinator)
Prepare specifications for all construction works (CPCCBC4015)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and professional recognition.
Career opportunities
Aims and objectives
Professional recognition
Pathways and scholarships
- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)Estimated course fees for 2023* |
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| Course fee options | Full course fee | Skills First Government-subsidised place | Concession rate | Is this a Free TAFE course? |
| Total Cost (GST Free) | $12,990 | $3,630 | $726 | Yes |
You could have your tuition fees covered thanks to the Victorian Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria.
The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.
Find out if you're eligible for a fee concession here.
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.
Indicative nominal course hours: 820.
Entry requirements
Additional requirements
The following additional criteria for entry apply for this course:
- Literacy: Applicants will need to demonstrate literacy competencies.
How to apply
Find out more
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059