The Gordon
Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of builders and managers of small to medium-sized building businesses.
The Building stream relates specifically to construction where you will learn to 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.
You will also learn to plan and supervise safe building and construction work, prepare and administer contracts, and to apply quality principles to building and construction projects.
Intake dates
1 Aug 2024 - 1 Feb 2025
This course is eligible for Free TAFE!
Eligible Victorian students who elect to use their one Free TAFE opportunity will not incur any tuition fees. Material and resources fees still apply.
Delivery mode
The Gordon offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Boundary Road, East Geelong, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 11 or Year 12 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3.
- You must reside in Victoria to access Victorian Government Subsidised Fees and any incentive such as Free TAFE. Full fees apply to all non-Victorian residents.
Course fees
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...
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...
Building Inspector
A Building Inspector ensures that construction projects comply with Australian building codes and standards. You might work for local councils, pri...
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 The Gordon
As one of the largest TAFEs in Victoria, The Gordon has been helping people gain real skills for over 130 years. We pride ourselves on delivering a great range of study options in vocational ‘hands-on’ training.
