Course Overview

About This Course

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in glass and glazing enterprises who perform a range of specialist and/or leadership functions, including sales, estimating scheduling, design, production control and quality assurance. Leadership job roles include higher tradesperson (post-trade), factory-based leading hands/supervisors or site supervisors in glass processing, glazing or architectural glass functions in residential and commercial operations. Roles at this level may include requirements to evaluate and analyse current practices, develop new criteria and procedures for performing current practices, and provision of leadership and guidance to others in the application and planning of glass and glazing skills. Entry to the qualification may be from trade and non-trade backgrounds. Industry expectation is that it will be undertaken primarily by those who have completed a Certificate III in Glass and Glazing or achieved equivalent industry experience.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Level 11, 55 Swanston Street, Melbourne CBD, Victoria 3000, AustraliaMELBOURNE

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

All students must be aged 18 years or over at the time of applying for admission to the Institute.
Satisfactory completion of studies in applicant's home country equivalent to an Australian Year 12 qualification is required for entry into this course.
English Language Requirements (ANY ONE of the following):
- IELTS: 6.0 (5.5 with 10 weeks ELICOS, 5.0 with 20 weeks ELICOS)
- TOEFL iBT: 64 (46 with 10 weeks ELICOS, 35 with 20 weeks ELICOS) — only accepted if test taken on or before 25 July 2023
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 169 (162 with 10 weeks ELICOS, 154 with 20 weeks ELICOS)
- PTE Academic: 50 (42 with 10 weeks ELICOS, 36 with 20 weeks ELICOS)
OR completion of full-time studies in Australia in English within the past 2 years: Substantial component of AQF level 4 or higher on a student visa.
OR any other form which satisfies the Institution during their pre-enrolment interview.
Students must undertake an LLN (Language, Literacy and Numeracy) Test prior to commencement of training.
All students enrolling into this program must know how to use basic computer digital literacy skills in: MS Windows, MS Office, Internet/e-mail skills, Email account, and using webinar tools as a participant.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Upon successful completion of this course, the types of occupations that you can seek include: Estimator / Project Supervisor, Architectural or Commercial Glazier, Glazier, Glass Cutter / Processor, Glass Installer / Repairer. Education Pathways include: CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction and CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building).

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units12 units

BSBLDR411

Demonstrate leadership in the workplace

Core subject

BSBOPS404

Implement customer service strategies

Core subject

BSBPEF402

Develop personal work priorities

Core subject

MSFGG4017

Apply standards and codes of practice for the glass and glazing industry

Core subject

MSS403022

Facilitate a Just in Time system

Core subject

BSBWHS411

Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs

Elective subject

MSFGG4018

Use specialised glass and glazing industry applications

Elective subject

MSFGG4021

Operate complex glass processing plant control systems

Elective subject

MSFGG4022

Manage glass processing plant shutdown and restart

Elective subject

CPCCBC4001

Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings

Elective subject

CPCCBC4004

Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects

Elective subject

CPCCBC4005

Produce labour and material schedules for ordering

Elective subject

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total duration of the Certificate IV in Glass and Glazing at ICM?

The course runs for a total of 57 weeks, comprising 51 teaching weeks and 6 weeks of scheduled breaks, and is delivered face to face with independent research at ICM's Melbourne CBD campus.

Do I need prior experience in glass and glazing to enrol in this course?

Entry to the qualification may be from trade and non-trade backgrounds. However, industry expectation is that it will be undertaken primarily by those who have completed a Certificate III in Glass and Glazing or achieved equivalent industry experience.

What English language test scores are required to enrol?

Students must meet the English language requirement by achieving one of the following minimum scores: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 64 (only accepted if taken on or before 25 July 2023), Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 169, or PTE Academic 50. Lower scores may be accepted with the completion of 10 or 20 weeks of ELICOS/Foundation study.

Can I get credit or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for work I have already done?

Yes. ICM can grant course credit for units of competency already completed with another RTO or authorised issuing organisation, and there is no charge to apply. RPL is also available for skills and knowledge gained through work and life experience; ideally you should apply at the time of enrolment or up to 2 weeks into your course. Note that for international students, receiving credit or RPL will reduce your course duration, and you will be informed of this in writing.

What career opportunities are available after completing this qualification?

Upon successful completion, graduates can pursue roles such as Estimator / Project Supervisor, Architectural or Commercial Glazier, Glazier, Glass Cutter / Processor, and Glass Installer / Repairer. Further education pathways include the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction and the CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building).

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Certificate IV in Glass and Glazing

About This Course

Available Locations

Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Apply

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