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RII40709 Certificate IV Civil Construction Supervision

RII40709 Certificate IV Civil Construction Supervision

This qualification reflects the role of employees working in supervisory positions in civil construction. They perform tasks involving a broad range of varied activities most of which are complex and non-routine. They are responsible for the quantity and quality of the output of others, contribute to the development of technical solutions to non-routine problems, and apply management plans to the workplace.

To achieve the qualification RII40709 Certificate IV in Civil Construction (Supervision) there are 12 units of competency, comprising of 5 compulsory units and 7 elective units, which must be completed. The units offered by Back to Basics to complete the Qualification are:

Core Units
BSBMGT401A Show leadership in the workplace
BSBMGT402A Implement operational plan
BSBOHS407A Monitor a safe workplace
RIICWM401A Supervise civil works
RIIRIS401A Apply site risk management system

Elective Units – Minimum of 7 Units
RIICPL401A Apply the principles for the installation of underground service using open excavation
RIICRC401A Apply the principles of flexible pavement construction
RIICSG401A Apply the principles of civil concrete structures construction
RIIMPO402A Apply the principles of earthworks construction
BSBPMG408A Apply contract and procurement procedures
BSBSUS301A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
CPCCBC4016A Administer a construction contract
RIICOM301A Communicate information
RIIQUA401A Apply a quality management system on site
RIIRAI402A Apply and monitor site plant and resource management plan
RIICCM202A Identify, locate and protect underground services
RIICCM203A Read and interpret plans and specifications
RIIIMG301A Maintain site records
RIIENV402A Implement and monitor environmental polices

Back to Basics clusters the required units of competencies into the following modules:

Module Name

Module 1 – Supervise Civil Works
Topics include – Leadership Principles, Successful Supervision Techniques, Team Building, Negotiation, Mediation, Communications, Productivity, Performance Management, Decision Making & Problem Solving, Managing Stress.

Module 2 – Establish Civil Works
Topics include: Civil Drawings and Specifications, Surveying, Compliance, Service Locations, Environmental Requirements, Flora and Fauna, Traffic Management, Principles of Tendering, Contract Administration Structure, Site Documentation, Site Meetings, Construction Planning, and a Comprehensive Safety Section?

Module 3 – Contracts, Procurement and Administration
Topics include – Procurement, Sub Contracting, Quality Management, Risk Management, Contractual Terms, Contract Administration Procedures.

Module 4 – Construction
Topics include: Demolition, Public Utilities and Location of Underground Services, Excavation and Earthwork Construction, Erosion and Sediment Control, Formwork, Footings and Concrete Construction, Road Planning, Road Drainage, Road Construction, Road Landscape, Dam Construction, Bridge Construction, Tunnel Construction.

Development
The modules have been designed and developed by Civil Construction practitioners, currently working and project managing civil sites to provide actual, practical and relevant information.

Job Roles
On successful completion of this course the participant will have the skills and knowledge required to perform the role of a Supervisor on a Civil Construction Site.

Delivery
All Back to Basics programs are delivered by distance learning, they are designed to suit the person who has not been involved in formal study for a long period of time. Adult education is our specialty and so is the Building & Construction Industry.

Students learn at their own pace and enjoy the full support of our Student Services. People who have not done any study for many years have found this method of learning builds confidence and successful outcomes.

You are assured of a full support base from our experienced personnel. Our trainers are available to assist participants via email, in writing or by telephone throughout the duration of the course.

Support Workshops
Back to Basics provides Support Workshops in major regional areas at regular intervals e.g. Quarterly. Should you need further assistance other than those provided by our trainers via email, or telephone – we are able to register you in a workshop. The workshops are conducted as an appointment only session. For example: Back to Basics will advise when a workshop is being conducted in your area, if you wish to take advantage of having a face to face meeting with a Tutor – contact Back to Basics and book an appointment. These sessions will provide you with 30 minutes of one on one time to clarify any queries – provide guidance and help you stay motivated.

How do you get started?

Register by calling Back to Basics on 1300 855 713 with your payment details (cheque, credit card or direct deposit).

Receive your first module text as soon as registration is processed, 1 – 2 days from receipt of payment.

Walk through assessment booklet provided with the assistance of our student support service; this should take approximately 4 – 6 hours per week over a period of 4 – 6 weeks per module.

Complete your assessment booklet and forward to Back to Basics for marking. All assessments are marked with detailed comments and recommendations to enhance your business and site operations.

For further information regarding this program please call 1300 855 713 or leave a message on our contact page.