Certificate IV in Residential Drafting - CPP40121

Course Overview

Average Course Fee: $7177

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Average Course Duration: 1 Year

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Description

This qualification reflects the role of entry level drafters who support building designers and architects. Drafters produce drawings and documentation and use CAD software to draft and document residential Class 1 and 10 building designs under the supervision of licensed or accredited building designers or architects.

Practice at this level is underpinned by the knowledge of construction methods and materials and the application of relevant compliance, planning and building requirements for Class 1 and 10 buildings.

Class 1 and 10 building classifications are defined in the National Construction Code (NCC).

Licensing requirements applyto building design in some states or territories. For further information check with the relevant regulatory authority.

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Student Outcomes

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Satisfied with Training

Percentage of graduates in the Architecture and Building field who were satisfied with the training (Certificate IV).

Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates in the Architecture and Building field who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay (Certificate IV).

Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates in the Architecture and Building field starting their first ever full-time job after graduating (Certificate IV).

Jobs

Graduates of the Architecture and Building field (Certificate IV) are most often employed as:

54.5%

Technicians and Trades Workers

15.7%

Managers

8.6%

Clerical and Administrative Workers

Industries

Graduates of the Architecture and Building field (Certificate IV) are most often employed in:

72.4%

Construction

5.1%

Professional, Scientific and Technical Services

3.2%

Manufacturing

All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

Financial Assistance

The federal, state and territory governments provide financial incentives and support for vocational education and training students to help them gain the skills required to secure and maintain rewarding and sustainable employment.

There are programs for all kinds of students; apprentices and trainees, new job starters, those re-entering the workforce, retraining for a new job or upgrading their skills for an existing job.

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Subsidised Training

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VET Student Loans

Certain courses are eligible for a VET Student Loan from the Australian Government to assist students with paying tuition fees. The initial debt amount (including the loan fee, if applicable) plus indexation must be paid back once the loan recipient starts earning over a certain amount. Compulsory repayment threshold information is available on the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website.

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Career Information

Career development is the ongoing process of managing your life, learning and work. It involves developing the skills and knowledge that enable you to plan and make informed decisions about your education, training and career choices.

Property Services Career Pathway

Certificate IV in Residential Drafting is in the Architecture and Building Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Property Services .

Stream

Building Design, Accessibility & Sustainability

Certificate II

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Building Design Manager

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Real Estate & Strata Management

Security

Surveying & Spatial Information Services

Waste Management

Cleaning Operations

Pest Management

Fire Protection Equipment/Systems

Pool & Spa Services

Advanced Diploma

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Australian Apprenticeships

Australian Apprenticeships (also known as apprenticeships and traineeships) combine work with training in a nationally recognised qualification. Australian Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs.

This qualification is available as an Australian Apprenticeship in the states and territories highlighted in blue on the map. For more information go to the Australian Apprenticeships Pathways website.

Australian Apprenticeships Pathways

Units & Packaging

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 10 units of competency, consisting of 7 core and 3 elective units. Electives are to be chosen as follows:

all three units from the electives listed below, or

two units from the electives listed below, plus one unit selected from:

the CPP50921 Diploma of Building Design qualification, or

any current AQF level 4 qualification or accredited course provided it contributes to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and does not duplicate the outcome of another unit used to achieve this qualification.

Core
CPPBDN4101	Work effectively in a building design environment
CPPBDN4102	Analyse building design drawings
CPPBDN4103	Use CAD software to produce drawings for building design projects
CPPBDN4104	Apply compliance requirements to Class 1 and 10 building design documentation
CPPBDN4105	Prepare drawings for planning and building approval for Class 1 and 10 buildings
CPPBDN4106	Investigate materials for construction of Class 1 and 10 buildings
CPPBDN4107	Investigate construction methods for Class 1 and 10 buildings
Electives
CPCCWHS1001	Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
CPPBDN4108	Draw layout of required services for Class 1 and 10 buildings
CPPBDN4109	Research architectural styles and movements
CPPBDN4110	Set up BIM-capable software and files for building design drafting projects
CPPBDN5101	Produce digital 3-D models of building designs
CPPBDN5102	Produce compliant designs for Class 1 and 10 building
CPPBDN5110	Inspect and assess sites to inform the design process

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