my.TIV Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Overview
TIV’s Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) is designed to meet the needs of aspiring builders in low rise residential and commercial construction.This Certificate, along with three years of practical experience in the building industry, is a common pathway to becoming a Registered Builder. It is also a pathway to roles such as Project Manager, Estimator/Scheduler, or Contract Administrator.
At present, and for the foreseeable future, this course will be delivered remotely to students through ‘virtual classrooms’. This enables students to participate in training as if they were in a classroom attending a session delivered by their trainer. When it is safe to return to class students will be given the option to continue with the Virtual Classroom or revert to face to face classes.
About
TIV offers extensive student support six days a week throughout the timetabled course and for twelve weeks thereafter.In addition, each student receives a package of material valued at $300 containing:
• The National Construction Code
• The Australian House Building Manual
• The Guide to Standards and Tolerances.
For students specifically interested in becoming a Registered Builder, TIV provides a specialist workshop to prepare you for undertaking the Victorian Building Authority’s builder registration process.
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Success Story
What you will learn
Outcomes
Practical focused courses
TIV has more practical focused courses, centralised around applying your skills to real life situations
Creating choices
By completing this course you will expand your industry skills and assist the ability to become a registered builder
Student Support
Trainers provide invaluable support, insights and mentoring to TIV students.
What is next
Highly satisfied graduates look to their futures with confidence.
Instructors
Course Fees
Tuition Dates & Locations
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FAQs
What happens when it is safe to return the class?
When it is deemed safe to return to classes by the government, All students will then be given the option to either:
- Stay in their Virtual Classroom for the remainder of the course or,
- Move into a face to face classroom at a location suitable to you
Is the Government funding available?
Yes government funding is available for eligible students.
To find out if you’re eligible for Government Funding check out the online Funding Eligibility Indicator here or call us on 9399 9511 and we can discuss your options.
How long is this course?
The course is delivered over 6 months, excluding breaks such as at Christmas/New Year. 30 weeks are structured around a timetable and 10 are not. Students are required to attend two 3-hour evening sessions per week, either Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday. Site-based practical projects are also included in the timetabled delivery phase.
Other than at timetabled sessions, is there any extra support is available to me in this course if I need it?
Yes.
There are support sessions provided every Saturday morning (except for long weekends) at our Williamstown campus. These sessions are open to any current Certificate IV student irrespective of the location of their night time venue.
Individualised additional training and support is also available through the Student Support Team.
Student training support is initiated by Trainers for any student deemed Not Yet Competent after three attempts and/or six weeks has elapsed since the unit’s delivery ceased. It is designed to assist those students who are falling behind and require extra training and assistance to achieve Competency.
Your teacher will also give you their mobile number on the first class if you need to ask them anything.
When I complete this qualification will I be a Registered Builder?
No.
The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) registers builders once it has established through its assessment processes that you are a suitable candidate for registration. This involves a searching assessment of your skills and knowledge, coupled with evidence of at least 3 years’ experience involved in running building projects.
The Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) course covers areas on which you will be assessed by the VBA. Accordingly, it is a valuable achievement on your pathway to becoming a registered builder.
Detailed information about registration is available on the Victorian Building Authority’s website.
What will the Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) qualification help you with?
- Increase your job opportunities and knowledge in the Building and Construction Industry.
- Gain expertise and abilities to support your Domestic Builder Limited (DB-L) Registered Building Practitioner application and contribute to a Domestic Builder – Unlimited (DB-U) application.
- Learn about building codes, preparing contracts and building permits, regulations, read and interpret plans, and building project management.
What are the career pathways from the Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)?
Job opportunities from the course involve:
- Registered Building Practitioner
- Site Manager
- Estimator
- Project Manager
- Contract Administration
What’s next?
Speak to one of our career advisers.
Call us on 9399 9511 to discuss your options!