

Take your building business to the next level by completing this qualification with TAFE Queensland. This course is perfect for builders or owners of small to medium-sized building businesses.
CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
| CSQ funded | $1,344 |
| Full fee | $7,010 |
Take the next step to successful management of a residential building business with this technical qualification. Complete this course so you can apply for a Builder - Low Rise licence.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as construction managers grew very strongly over the past five years and is likely to see strong growth in the future. It is anticipated there will be around 54,000 job openings in this area over the next five years, ensuring your skills will be in high demand.
In this course you'll learn how to plan building construction work, apply structural principles and supervise on-site construction. You'll learn how to apply building codes, and meet standards and legal requirements to maintain industry quality. You'll also gain business skills such as how to manage contracts and small business finances.
Successful completion of this qualification will allow you to apply for a Builder - Low Rise licence and set you up to successfully manage a residential building business.

TAFE Queensland is a proud recipient of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding and is a registered provider in the CSQ Higher Level Skills and Apprentice Advance Plus programs - this course is subsidised under one of these programs. It is important to note that only eligible participants may receive funding for eligible courses. Learn more about eligibility criteria.

Skills and knowledge you have already gained working in the construction industry can be recognised through TAFE Queensland's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. You can use RPL to have your existing skills taken into account and earn your qualification sooner.
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 3 elective units from the list below.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
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BSBSMB406AManage small business financesUnit code: BSBSMB406A Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to implement, monitor and review strategies for the ongoing management of a small business's finances. It also includes day to day financial management of the small business. |
Manage small business finances | |
CPCCBC4001AApply building codes and standards to the construction process for low rise building projectsUnit code: CPCCBC4001A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to access, interpret and apply relevant building codes and standards applicable to the construction processes of residential and low rise commercial buildings (low rise' licensing classification with reference to Class 1 and 10 construction and Classes 2 to 9 with a gross floor area not exceeding 2000 square metres, not including Type A or Type B construction). To successfully construct low rise buildings requires a thorough knowledge of the purpose and content of the Building Code of Australia (BCA), coupled with the ability to interpret other codes and standards related to a specific building. |
Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for low rise building projects | |
CPCCBC4002AManage occupational health and safety in the building and construction workplaceUnit code: CPCCBC4002A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to conduct an OHS risk analysis, including the inspection of workplaces for hazards. The development and implementation of appropriate responses, including responses required by state or territory legislation and regulations, to mitigate the risks are also addressed. The unit requires candidates to have a comprehensive and appropriate understanding of the complex range of legislative and workplace requirements to manage risk in building and construction workplaces. |
Manage occupational health and safety in the building and construction workplace | |
CPCCBC4003ASelect and prepare a construction contractUnit code: CPCCBC4003A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select and prepare appropriate construction contracts, including the sections, clauses and conditions for low rise construction projects. The ability to interpret complex documents, communicate clearly and succinctly and negotiate are essential skills. |
Select and prepare a construction contract | |
CPCCBC4004AIdentify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projectsUnit code: CPCCBC4004A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to establish the estimated costs associated with the acquisition of materials and labour on building and construction sites, together with the application of relevant overhead costs and margins. Knowledge of physical resource and supplier identification, assessment of the availability of and requirements for skilled labour and application of appropriate codes, regulations and approvals gaining processes is essential. |
Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects | |
CPCCBC4005AProduce labour and material schedules for orderingUnit code: CPCCBC4005A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to produce schedules of resource requirements so that orders can be placed for materials and labour for residential and commercial projects and to record and track costs as they are incurred. Knowledge of codes, regulations and approval processes, contractor systems, physical resource and supplier identification and the ability to assess the availability of and requirements for skilled labour are essential. |
Produce labour and material schedules for ordering | |
CPCCBC4006BSelect, procure and store construction materials for low rise projectsUnit code: CPCCBC4006B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to supervise the systems through which materials are typically selected, acquired and stored on site for projects described by the Building Code of Australia (BCA) as low rise building or construction work (low rise' licensing classification with reference to Class 1 and 10 construction and Class 2 to 9 with a gross floor area not exceeding 2000 square metres, not including Type A or Type B construction). It ensures the delivery to the site of materials that meet contract specifications and service requirements for low rise projects. |
Select, procure and store construction materials for low rise projects | |
CPCCBC4007APlan building or construction workUnit code: CPCCBC4007A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan on-site activities, including the employment of physical and human resources and the development of documentation and advice for relevant authorities concerning residential and commercial projects. The ability to identify appropriate resources and suppliers, and assess the availability of and requirements for skilled labour are essential. |
Plan building or construction work | |
CPCCBC4008BConduct on-site supervision of building and construction projectsUnit code: CPCCBC4008B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to supervise implementation of administration processes relating to residential and commercial construction projects. The ability to administer payments, supervise on-site communications, ensure compliance with quality control and complete record keeping processes is essential. |
Conduct on-site supervision of building and construction projects | |
CPCCBC4009BApply legal requirements to building and construction projectsUnit code: CPCCBC4009B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply legal requirements to building and construction projects of residential and low rise commercial buildings (low rise' licensing classification with reference to Class 1 and 10 construction and Classes 2 to 9 with a gross floor area not exceeding 2000 square metres, not including Type A or Type B construction). Application of legal requirements includes the capacity to ensure compliance with all contractual requirements. A thorough knowledge of the application of current legal and regulatory requirements is essential. |
Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects | |
CPCCBC4010BApply structural principles to residential low rise constructionsUnit code: CPCCBC4010B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply structural principles to the erection or demolition of low rise residential structures using conventional methods. The unit addresses those structures classified by the Building Code of Australia (BCA) as Class 1 and Class 10. Knowledge of the application of structural principles in accordance with Australian standards is essential. |
Apply structural principles to residential low rise constructions | |
CPCCBC4011BApply structural principles to commercial low rise constructionsUnit code: CPCCBC4011B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply structural principles to the erection or demolition of low rise projects of a more complex nature than single residential dwellings, which are typically commercial structures classified in the Building Code of Australia (BCA) as Classes 2 to 9 with a gross floor area not exceeding 2000 square metres but not including Type A or Type B construction. Knowledge of the application of structural principles in accordance with Australian standards is essential. |
Apply structural principles to commercial low rise constructions | |
CPCCBC4012BRead and interpret plans and specificationsUnit code: CPCCBC4012B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to read and interpret plans and specifications applicable to low rise residential and commercial projects in order to inform estimation, planning and supervisory activities. |
Read and interpret plans and specifications | |
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| North and Far North Queensland | ||
BSBSMB401AEstablish legal and risk management requirements of small businessUnit code: BSBSMB401A Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify and comply with the regulatory, legal, taxation and insurance requirements, and risk management needs of small business. |
Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business | |
CPCCBC4013APrepare and evaluate tender documentationUnit code: CPCCBC4013A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to evaluate contract specifications and information and to prepare tender documents associated with projects in the building and construction industries. Knowledge of tender preparation and interpretation of project demands and requirements and the capability to bring together a body of diverse information are essential. How to find the information and present it in a manner that meets organisational needs in short timeframes is important, as is the ability to manage time effectively. |
Prepare and evaluate tender documentation | |
CPCCBC4016AAdminister a construction contractUnit code: CPCCBC4016A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to administer building and construction contracts for either residential or commercial projects. |
Administer a construction contract | |
CPCCBC4018AApply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projectsUnit code: CPCCBC4018A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to conduct basic measuring and levelling techniques as part of the set-out procedures performed on building projects. It includes the use of technical instruments, application of standard procedures and performance of calculations necessary in the set-out of construction projects. |
Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects | |
| Greater Brisbane | ||
BSBSMB401Establish legal and risk management requirements of small businessUnit code: BSBSMB401 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess and prioritise risks and identify and comply with all regulations affecting the business. |
Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business | |
CPCCBC4016AAdminister a construction contractUnit code: CPCCBC4016A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to administer building and construction contracts for either residential or commercial projects. |
Administer a construction contract | |
CPCCBC4018AApply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projectsUnit code: CPCCBC4018A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to conduct basic measuring and levelling techniques as part of the set-out procedures performed on building projects. It includes the use of technical instruments, application of standard procedures and performance of calculations necessary in the set-out of construction projects. |
Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects | |
| Sunshine Coast | ||
BSBITU202Create and use spreadsheetsUnit code: BSBITU202 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to correctly create and use spreadsheets and charts using spreadsheet software. |
Create and use spreadsheets | |
BSBLDR403Lead team effectivenessUnit code: BSBLDR403 Unit description: This unit defines skills, knowledge and outcomes required to plan and supervise the performance of the team and develop team cohesion. |
Lead team effectiveness | |
CPCCBC4016AAdminister a construction contractUnit code: CPCCBC4016A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to administer building and construction contracts for either residential or commercial projects. |
Administer a construction contract | |
| Gold Coast / Darling Downs and South West | ||
BSBSMB401Establish legal and risk management requirements of small businessUnit code: BSBSMB401 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess and prioritise risks and identify and comply with all regulations affecting the business. |
Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business | |
CPCCBC4013APrepare and evaluate tender documentationUnit code: CPCCBC4013A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to evaluate contract specifications and information and to prepare tender documents associated with projects in the building and construction industries. Knowledge of tender preparation and interpretation of project demands and requirements and the capability to bring together a body of diverse information are essential. How to find the information and present it in a manner that meets organisational needs in short timeframes is important, as is the ability to manage time effectively. |
Prepare and evaluate tender documentation | |
CPCCBC4016AAdminister a construction contractUnit code: CPCCBC4016A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to administer building and construction contracts for either residential or commercial projects. |
Administer a construction contract | |
| Online | ||
BSBSMB401Establish legal and risk management requirements of small businessUnit code: BSBSMB401 Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess and prioritise risks and identify and comply with all regulations affecting the business. |
Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business | |
CPCCBC4013APrepare and evaluate tender documentationUnit code: CPCCBC4013A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to evaluate contract specifications and information and to prepare tender documents associated with projects in the building and construction industries. Knowledge of tender preparation and interpretation of project demands and requirements and the capability to bring together a body of diverse information are essential. How to find the information and present it in a manner that meets organisational needs in short timeframes is important, as is the ability to manage time effectively. |
Prepare and evaluate tender documentation | |
CPCCBC4014APrepare simple building sketches and drawingsUnit code: CPCCBC4014A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to produce sketches and drawings. The sketches may be used to clarify or communicate ideas to clients or other parties. They may also be simplified versions taken from architectural drawings, designed to capture design concepts or options. The sketches may be used for estimating purposes and to show measurements and other requirements for building and construction works. This unit does not describe more complex drafting skills. |
Prepare simple building sketches and drawings | |
CPCCBC4016AAdminister a construction contractUnit code: CPCCBC4016A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to administer building and construction contracts for either residential or commercial projects. |
Administer a construction contract | |
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more
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The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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| Cairns | up to 1.5 years | Part time 6 weeks per unit | Mixed mode | Full fee: $7,010 |
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| Townsville (Trade Training Centre Bohle) | up to 1.5 years | Part time 6 weeks per unit | Mixed mode | Full fee: $7,010 |


| Campus | START DATES
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| Nambour | 01 March 2021 | 12 months | Self-paced Tuesday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $7,010 CSQ funded: $1,344 |
| Nambour | 19 April 2021 | 12 months | Self-paced Tuesday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $7,010 CSQ funded: $1,344 |
| Nambour | 03 May 2021 | 12 months | Self-paced Tuesday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $7,010 CSQ funded: $1,344 |



| Campus | START DATES
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Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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| Ashmore | 20 April 2021 | 1 year | Part time 2 nights per week Tuesday, Thursday |
Mixed mode | Full fee: $7,010 |

| Campus | START DATES
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COST
The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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| Roma | Anytime | up to 1 year | Self-paced | Online | Full fee: $7,010 |

| Campus | START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
STUDY MODE
Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more |
COST
The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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| Eagle Farm | Anytime | 1 year | Part time 4 nights per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday |
Classroom Online | Full fee: $7,010 CSQ funded: $1,344 |

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.
Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Access your learning space 24 hours a day, seven days a week and be supported by high-quality educators who are devoted to your outcomes. Learn more
| START DATES
When your course is scheduled to begin |
Duration | WORKLOAD
How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements. |
COST
The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more |
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| Anytime | up to 2 years | Part time 15 hours per week | Full fee: $7,010 CSQ funded: $1,344 |
You will be able to access your learning materials from the first day of the study period. You must be enrolled to be able to access your learning materials. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements.
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If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
It is recommended you meet one of the following requirements:
You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes. This includes the use of safety glasses, protective footwear with covered uppers, steel capped toes and non-slip soles to AS2210, long leather gloves to AS2161, hair protection, and disposable dust masks. You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard clothing. If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.
You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.
You are also required to have access to and bring personal stationary, a USB, a calculator, and tools/equipment including a folding metre ruler (carpenter) and a 5m tape measure.
Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding:
CSQ funding is available for this course for eligible students. You must be an existing worker in the Building and Construction Industry with at least one month of employment with your employer to be eligible for CSQ funding. This can be full-time, part-time or casual/contract employment. A letter from your employer must be provided for proof.
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.
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