Certificate IV in Civil Construction Operations

You'll learn how to manage civil construction workers and contractors and apply site work instructions to ensure the quantity and quality of outputs on-site.

Areas of study include:

risk management and worksite safety operational plan implementation environmental management and supervision tendering and contracting supervising.

Existing workers with industry experience can also gain formal recognition for their current skills and competencies in this course through a combination of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and gap training.

To be awarded the RII40615 Certificate IV in Civil Construction Operations, a student must successfully complete a total of twelve (12) units of competency, comprising of:

• four (4) core units, and;
• eight (8) elective units, of which:
• at least four (4) units must be selected from Group A;
• at least two (2) units must be selected from Group B, and;
• two (2) units may be selected from elsewhere within the RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.

All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect current occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level as well as be approved by the Polytechnic.

Course structure and units

CORE UNITS

• BSBWHS401 - Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements
• RIIENV402D - Implement and monitor environmental policies
• RIIQUA401D - Apply a quality management system on site
• RIIRIS301D - Apply risk management processes

ELECTIVE UNITS

Group A

• BSBPMG416 - Apply project procurement procedures
• LGACOM401A - Administer contracts
• LGACOM402A - Arrange contracts
• LGACOM409A - Prepare tender documentation
• LGACOM410A - Prepare response to tenders
• RIICWM402D - Supervise civil works contractors

Group B

• BSBMGT402 - Implement operational plan
• RIICCR401D - Develop and maintain positive community relations
• RIIGOV401D - Apply, monitor and report on compliance systems

Imported

• BSBMGT401 - Show leadership in the workplace
• BSBWOR404 - Develop work priorities

Recognition of Prior Learning and/or Credit Transfers

Previous completion of units at the Polytechnic or any other Registered Training Organisation and/or previous attainment of skills and knowledge may be credited towards this course. Units must satisfy the completion rules of the qualification and be assessed as appropriate by the Polytechnic.

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.

Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.

Entry requirements

Prior to enrolment, all applicants will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment to assist with determining eligibility and to identify learning support needs.

Pathways from VU courses

There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.

Find out more about pathways and credits.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.

Call us on 1300 TAFE VP (1300 823 387) to discuss RPL options with the course manager.

This qualification reflects the role of specialist civil construction personnel who perform technical specialist tasks. They perform tasks involving a broad range of varied activities most of which are complex and non-routine. They are responsible for applying the site work instructions and practices to ensure the quantity and quality of their outputs and contribute to the development of technical solutions for non-routine problems.