Certificate IV in Building and Construction (CPC40120)
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)
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 CPCCWHS1001 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.
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:
- 19 units of competency:
- 11 core units
- 8 elective units.
To achieve the occupational outcome of Builder electives must include:
- All Group A elective units
- Up to two elective units from either Group B or general electives.
- One elective unit may be from any training package or accredited course as long as it ensures the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contributes to a valid, industry supported vocational outcome
To achieve the occupation outcome of Site Manager electives must include:
- All Group B electives
- Up to four elective units from either Group A or general electives.
- One unit may be from any training package or accredited course as long as it ensures the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contributes to a valid, industry supported vocational outcome
CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings | |
CPCCBC4002 | Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace | |
CPCCBC4007 | Plan building or construction work | |
CPCCBC4008 | Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects | |
CPCCBC4009 | Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects | |
CPCCBC4010* | Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions | |
CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | |
CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings | |
CPCCBC4018 | Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects | |
CPCCBC4021 | Minimise waste on the building and construction site | |
CPCCBC4053 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C Buildings | |
Group A – Building | ||
BSBPMG422 | Apply project quality management techniques | |
CPCCBC4003 | Select, prepare and administer a construction contract | |
CPCCBC4004 | Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects | |
CPCCBC4005 | Produce labour and material schedules for ordering | |
CPCCBC4006 | Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects | |
CPCSUS4002 | Use building science principles to construct energy efficient buildings | |
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Elective Units Group B – Site Manager | ||
CPCCBC4013 | Prepare and evaluate tender documentation | |
CPCCBC4017 | Arrange resources and prepare for the building and construction project | |
CPCCBC4052 | Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry | |
CPCCCO4001 | Supervise concreting work | |
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General Electives | ||
BSBESB402 | Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures | |
BSBESB406 | Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures | |
BSBESB407 | Manage finances for new business ventures | |
BSBLDR413 | Lead effective workplace relationships | |
BSBPEF501 | Manage personal and professional development | |
BSBPMG426 | Apply project risk management techniques | |
BSBPMG430 | Undertake project work | |
BSBWRT411 | Write complex documents | |
CPCBIM4001 | Plan to comply with BIM requirements for construction work | |
CPCBIM4002 | Use BIM processes to carry out construction work | |
CPCBIM4003 | Contribute to BIM deliverables for construction work | |
CPCCBC4015 | Prepare specifications for all construction works | |
CPCCBC4019 | Apply sustainable building design principles to water management systems | |
CPCCBC4020 | Build thermally efficient and sustainable structures | |
CPCCBC4022 | Supervise tilt-up work | |
CPCCBC4024 | Resolve business disputes | |
CPCCBC4026 | Arrange building applications and approvals | |
CPCCBC4028 | Prepare design brief for construction works | |
CPCCBC5019 | Manage building and construction business finances | |
CPCPRE4001 | Inspect the erection of prefabricated concrete elements | |
CPCSUS4001 | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | |
CPCSUS4003 | Maximise energy efficiency through applied trade skills | |
CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.0 | CPC08 Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package | Comments | E/NE |
CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction | CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) | Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building). Increase in total number of units for qualification outcome. Changes to core and elective units and packaging rules. Changed terminology of qualification occupational titles and outcome from building to builder. Updated imported elective units to current versions.
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CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction | CPC40508 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Site Management) | Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC40508 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Site Management). Increase in total number of units for qualification outcome. Changes to core and elective units and packaging rules. Changed terminology of qualification occupational titles and outcome from site management to site manager. Updated imported elective units to current versions.
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Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of cooks who use a wide range of well-developed cookery skills and sound knowledge of kitchen operations to prepare food and menu items. Using discretion and judgement, they work with some independence and under limited supervision using plans, policies and procedures to guide work activities.
Completion of this qualification contributes to recognition as a trade cook.
This qualification provides a pathway to work as a cook in organisations such as restaurants, hotels, clubs, pubs, cafes, and coffee shops.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
25 units must be completed:
- 20 core units
- 5 elective units, consisting of:
- 3 units from Group A or Group B below
- 2 units from Group A, Group B or Group C below.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Note: Units marked with an *asterisk have one or more prerequisites. Refer to individual units for details.
Core units | |
SITHCCC023* | Use food preparation equipment |
SITHCCC027* | Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery |
SITHCCC028* | Prepare appetisers and salads |
SITHCCC029* | Prepare stocks, sauces and soups |
SITHCCC030* | Prepare vegetable, fruit, eggs and farinaceous dishes |
SITHCCC031* | Prepare vegetarian and vegan dishes |
SITHCCC035* | Prepare poultry dishes |
SITHCCC036* | Prepare meat dishes |
SITHCCC037* | Prepare seafood dishes |
SITHCCC041* | Produce cakes, pastries and breads |
SITHCCC042* | Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements |
SITHCCC043* | Work effectively as a cook |
SITHKOP009* | Clean kitchen premises and equipment |
SITHKOP010 | Plan and cost recipes |
SITHPAT016* | Produce desserts |
SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety |
SITXFSA006 | Participate in safe food handling practices |
SITXHRM007 | Coach others in job skills |
SITXINV006* | Receive, store and maintain stock |
SITXWHS005 | Participate in safe work practices |
Elective units | |
Group A – Cookery and Catering | |
SITHCCC025* | Prepare and present sandwiches |
SITHCCC026* | Package prepared foodstuffs |
SITHCCC032* | Produce cook-chill and cook-freeze foods |
SITHCCC033* | Re-thermalise chilled and frozen foods |
SITHCCC038* | Produce and serve food for buffets |
SITHCCC039* | Produce pates and terrines |
SITHCCC040* | Prepare and serve cheese |
SITHCCC044* | Prepare specialised food items |
SITHPAT014* | Produce yeast-based bakery products |
SITXFSA007* | Transport and store food |
Group B – Asian Cookery | |
SITHASC020* | Prepare dishes using basic methods of Asian cookery |
SITHASC021* | Prepare Asian appetisers and snacks |
SITHASC022* | Prepare Asian stocks and soups |
SITHASC023* | Prepare Asian sauces, dips and accompaniments |
SITHASC024* | Prepare Asian salads |
SITHASC025* | Prepare Asian rice and noodles |
SITHASC026* | Prepare curry pastes and powders |
SITHASC027* | Prepare Asian cooked dishes |
SITHASC028* | Prepare Asian desserts |
SITHASC033* | Prepare dim sum |
Group C – General electives | |
BSBSUS211 | Participate in sustainable work practices |
HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
SIRXOSM002 | Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms |
SIRXOSM003* | Use social media and online tools |
SITXCCS014 | Provide service to customers |
SITXCOM006 | Source and present information |
SITXCOM007 | Show social and cultural sensitivity |
SITXINV007 | Purchase goods |
SITXWHS006 | Identify hazards, assess and control safety risks |
Qualification Mapping Information
Supersedes and is equivalent to SIT30816 Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.