Certificate IV in Building Project Support (Estimator)

CPC40320Trade Institute of Victoria (RTO 21920)

Duration

6 monthsfull-time

Study mode

Online

Next start date

Contact provider for next start date

Recognition

This course meets Australian Qualifications Framework standards.

Entry requirements

Be over 18 years of age; AND
Have a laptop with Microsoft Office programs (or equivalent) and internet access for the duration of the course; AND
Be able to speak, read and write English competently

Prior construction experience isn't necessary for entry. However, if you have completed a Certificate IV in Building and Construction then you may receive credit for some of the units needed for completion.

Where is this course offered?

This course is delivered online, so you can:

Study from anywhere and choose when you want to fit study into your week
Access all study materials, assessments, and student support services
Achieve the same qualification as someone studying in a classroom

Find out more about online courses and the benefits of studying online.

What you’ll learn

In this course you will learn to:

Read and interpret plans and specifications
Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects
Prepare specifications for all construction works
Plan building or construction work

Enquire with Trade Institute of Victoria to find out more about the course content, units, and what you’ll learn.

Course price

The course price can vary depending on a few factors, including:

Whether the institution offers subsidies, concessions, or government loans and your eligibility to receive them
Your previous study and work experience
Your unit selections

Enquire with Trade Institute of Victoria to find out more about the course price for you.

What to know before you apply

To help you decide if this is the right course for you, Trade Institute of Victoria can provide you with more information about:

Credit and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may be able to get credit or RPL for some units of this course based on your previous studies and work experience. This means the duration of the course may be reduced.

Enquire with Trade Institute of Victoria to find out more about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Support and delivery

When you study with the Trade Institute of Victoria you will:

Have access to student support, industry insights and mentoring
Learn from experienced trainers who all have extensive experience in the construction industry
Benefit from access to a network of partners and agents in the building industry, allowing you to connect with prospective employers
Combine theory with hands-on learning