Apex Australia Vocational Education
Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)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.
Delivery mode
Apex Australia Vocational Education offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- Level 3, 22-26 Goulburn Street, Sydney
- 2 Sorrell Street, Parramatta
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) will prepare you for the following roles.
Building Estimator
A Building Estimator works out projected costs for construction projects including material, labour and hire of necessary equipment. You’ll work wi...
Construction Supervisor
A Construction Supervisor oversees the work being done on a building or construction project. You’ll make sure the job is progressing as it should...
Site Foreman
A Site Foreman ensures all work is progressing properly on a building or construction site. You’ll supervise other workers to make sure work is bei...
Construction Project Manager
A Construction Project Manager supervises all work on a building site to make sure a construction project is operating effectively. You’ll ensure t...
Construction Estimator
A Construction Estimator puts together figures to plan for the costs of construction projects. You’ll work with other building industry professiona...
Building Supervisor
A Building Supervisor coordinates operations on a building or construction project. You’ll organise labour, materials and equipment and make sure r...
Building Contractor
A Building Contractor oversees a project of construction work from start to finish. You might be building a new structure or renovating an existing...
Wind Turbine Engineer
A Wind Turbine Engineer is somebody who designs and creates systems that can harness the power of wind. This power is typically processed through a...
Field Engineer
A Field Engineer installs and maintains equipment in various locations. You might carry out inspections and perform necessary adjustments or repair...
Electrical Linesman
An Electrical Linesman carries out work on overhead powerline systems. You might install new electrical poles, conductors and cables or inspect the...
Rail Traction Linesman
A Rail Traction Linesman performs repairs and maintenance on electrical rail lines. You might work with overhead lines or other equipment such as c...
Cable Jointer
A Cable Jointer works with underground cables in a power supply system. You might lay new cables or join cables to existing network systems. Cable...
Substation Technician
A Substation Technician performs repairs and maintenance on equipment at a power supply substation. You might also install new systems for power di...
Blocklayer
A Blocklayer lays blocks and bricks to create a range of building structures. You may use blocks to build large structures like residential homes o...
Apprentice Scaffolder
An Apprentice Scaffolder assists with the setting up of scaffolding equipment on building sites. You’ll work under the guidance of a qualified scaf...
Engineering Surveyor
An Engineering Surveyor undertakes surveying work for civil engineering or large construction projects. You might look at engineering plans and det...
Architectural Designer
An Architectural Designer creates designs for buildings, focusing on aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability. You’ll work on various projects...
Sprinkler Fitter
A Sprinkler Fitter installs and maintains sprinkler systems used as part of fire safety programs. You might install new systems and carry out testi...
General Hand
A General Hand takes on various duties on a construction or building site. You might set up equipment or move building materials where they’re need...
Building Inspector
A Building Inspector ensures that construction projects comply with Australian building codes and standards. You might work for local councils, pri...
Construction Consultant
A Construction Consultant provides expert advice on building projects, ensuring they meet regulatory requirements and project goals. You might work...
Civil Construction Supervisor
A Civil Construction Supervisor manages construction sites for civil engineering projects such as roads, bridges, and drainage systems. You might w...
Site Manager
A Site Manager oversees construction sites, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standards. You’ll coordinat...
About Apex Australia Vocational Education
Apex Australia Vocational Education delivers specialised Vocational Education and Training to equip students with job-ready skills and qualifications.
