Places in courses are filled in order of applications we receive. So, if you don’t apply as soon as the course opens you may miss out. If you don’t respond to requests for more information or provide evidence within the requested timeframes, your application may be closed and you may miss out on a place.
Applicants will be required to undertake a career conversation as part of their application process. This process will take place either face to face or online depending on applicants’ availability once you submit your application and the course is not full.
As part of the application process, and before being offered a place in the course, a member of our Team will contact you to discuss if this course aligns with your goals and aspirations, and to ensure that you are fully informed and understand the course requirements.
The fee you pay at TasTAFE will depend on the course you choose and may vary depending on the level of government subsidy available, the cost of delivery, any previous study you have undertaken and/or your personal circumstances. Tuition fees for this course are available at the top of the page via
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Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.
For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).
*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.
Further information on fees, payments and other costs.
The following skills and attributes will be useful to students studying this course:
- Attention to detail
- Process driven
- Passion for Architecture and Design
- Enjoy working within a team of people collaborating on a project
- Helping clients realise their vision
- Interest in and/or exposure to the construction industry
- Lateral problem-solving skills
- Patience & willingness to see a project through
There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.
Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.
For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.
You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.
For this course, you will need:
- Students must have access to their own computer with:
- • A PC with Intel Core i5 equivalent processor or better, and minimum 8GB RAM
- • Windows 10 or 11
- • A broadband internet connection (20Mbps or faster)
- • Webcam, microphone and headphones
The Certificate IV does not have a licencing outcome. Graduates at this level are drafters who work under the supervision and instruction of building designers or architects.
On successful completion of this course you will receive a CPP40121 - Certificate IV in Residential Drafting.
Below is a list of all core and elective units that TasTAFE offers in this course. The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend and the qualification packaging rules. For further information refer to training.gov.au.
| Core units |
| 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 |
| Elective units |
| CPPBDN4108 |
Draw layout of required services for Class 1 and 10 buildings |
| CPPBDN5108 |
Design timber-framed buildings |
| CPPBDN5110 |
Inspect and assess sites to inform the design process |
