Certificate III in Plumbing

Certificate III in Plumbing

Course Code

CPC32413

Department

Electrical & Plumbing

Study Area(s)

Plumbing

Campus

BROADMEADOWS

Course Length

Part-time(4 years)

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Start Date(s):	We offer rolling enrolments - start anytime
End Date(s):	4 years from start date
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Course Overview

Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, we have adapted our course delivery to now encompass a combination of remote and flexible delivery methods. This includes easy to navigate online tutorials, video conferencing (classroom simulation) as well as face-to-face practical assessments and work placements – where safe and practical to implement. Our flexible model allows you to continue to study in a safe, guided and fully supported manner with continued access to all learning, personal and wellbeing supports.

Certificate III in Plumbing CPC32413 is a trade qualification for those seeking to be plumbers in residential, industrial and commercial workplaces. You will gain plumbing skills to enable you to install, service and repair plumbing equipment associated with heating, cooling, water distribution, sanitary plumbing and sanitary drainage, gas, roofing and mechanical services. This includes both existing and new constructions ensuring compliance with local and national regulations.

You will study at Kangan Institute's new Trades + Skills Centre which features new state-of-the-art plumbing training facilities including a multi storey plumbing training tower, sandpit, welding bays and gas equipment fitting training room.

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Elective

Module Code	Module Title	Nominal Hours
CPCPCM2040A	Read plans and calculate plumbing quantities (CPCPCM2040A)	8
CPCPCM2041A	Work effectively in the plumbing and services sector (CPCPCM2041A)	15
CPCPCM2043A	Carry out WHS requirements (CPCPCM2043A)	50
CPCPCM2045A	Handle and store plumbing materials (CPCPCM2045A)	6
CPCPCM2046A	Use plumbing hand and power tools (CPCPCM2046A)	40
CPCPCM2047A	Carry out levelling (CPCPCM2047A)	6
CPCPCM2048A	Cut and join sheet metal (CPCPCM2048A)	8
CPCPCM2049A	Cut using oxy-LPG-acetylene equipment (CPCPCM2049A)	8
CPCPCM2050A	Mark out materials (CPCPCM2050A)	20
CPCPCM2052A	Weld using oxy-acetylene equipment (CPCPCM2052A)	16
CPCPCM2053A	Weld using manual metal arc welding equipment (CPCPCM2053A)	16
CPCPCM2054A	Carry out simple concreting and rendering (CPCPCM2054A)	16
CPCPCM2055A	Work safely on roofs (CPCPCM2055A)	20
CPCPCM3021A	Flash penetrations through roofs and walls (CPCPCM3021A)	18
CPCPCM3022A	Weld polyethylene and polypropylene pipes using fusion method (CPCPCM3022A)	8
CPCPCM3023A	Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping (CPCPCM3023A)	12
CPCPDR2021A	Locate and clear blockages (CPCPDR2021A)	8
CPCPDR2022A	Install domestic treatment plants (CPCPDR2022A)	20
CPCPDR2023A	Maintain effluent disinfection systems (CPCPDR2023A)	4
CPCPDR2024A	Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems (CPCPDR2024A)	15
CPCPDR2025A	Drain work site (CPCPDR2025A)	5
CPCPDR2026A	Install prefabricated inspection openings and enclosures (CPCPDR2026A)	4
CPCPDR3021A	Plan layout of a residential sanitary drainage system (CPCPDR3021A)	8
CPCPDR3022A	Install below ground sanitary drainage systems (CPCPDR3022A)	30
CPCPDR3023A	Install on-site disposal systems (CPCPDR3023A)	8
CPCPFS3031A	Fabricate and install fire hydrant and hose reel systems (CPCPFS3031A)	40
CPCPFS3037A	Install domestic and residential life safety sprinkler systems (CPCPFS3037A)	60
CPCPGS3046A	Install LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes and mobile workplaces (CPCPGS3046A)	12
CPCPGS3047A	Install LPG systems in marine craft (CPCPGS3047A)	12
CPCPGS3048A	Install gas pressure control equipment (CPCPGS3048A)	8
CPCPGS3049A	Install Type A gas appliance flues (CPCPGS3049A)	12
CPCPGS3050A	Install Type B gas appliance flues (CPCPGS3050A)	4
CPCPGS3051A	Purge consumer piping (CPCPGS3051A)	8
CPCPGS3052A	Maintain Type A gas appliances (CPCPGS3052A)	12
CPCPGS3053A	Disconnect and reconnect Type A gas appliances (CPCPGS3053A)	16
CPCPGS3054A	Calculate and install natural ventilation for Type A gas appliances (CPCPGS3054A)	8
CPCPGS3056A	Install gas piping systems (CPCPGS3056A)	24
CPCPGS3057A	Size consumer gas piping systems (CPCPGS3057A)	8
CPCPGS3059A	Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity up to 500 litres (CPCPGS3059A)	4
CPCPGS3060A	Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity exceeding 500 litres and less than 8KL (CPCPGS3060A)	6
CPCPGS3061A	Install and commission Type A gas appliances (CPCPGS3061A)	30
CPCPIG2021A	Design domestic urban irrigation systems (CPCPIG2021A)	5
CPCPIG3021A	Set out, install and commission irrigation systems (CPCPIG3021A)	4
CPCPIG3022A	Install and commission domestic irrigation pumps (CPCPIG3022A)	4
CPCPMS2021A	Assemble mechanical services components (CPCPMS2021A)	12
CPCPMS3031A	Fabricate and install steel pressure piping (CPCPMS3031A)	54
CPCPMS3032A	Select and fit insulation and sheathing (CPCPMS3032A)	8
CPCPMS3033A	Install small bore heating systems (CPCPMS3033A)	15
CPCPMS3034A	Install medical gas pipeline systems (CPCPMS3034A)	24
CPCPMS3035A	Install and test ducting systems (CPCPMS3035A)	12
CPCPMS3036A	Install air handling units (CPCPMS3036A)	12
CPCPMS3037A	Install and test split system air conditioning (CPCPMS3037A)	15
CPCPMS3038A	Install air conditioning control equipment (CPCPMS3038A)	8
CPCPMS3039A	Maintain mechanical services equipment (CPCPMS3039A)	8
CPCPMS3040A	Install and maintain evaporative air cooling systems (CPCPMS3040A)	20
CPCPRF2022A	Select and install roof sheeting and wall cladding (CPCPRF2022A)	16
CPCPRF2023A	Collect and store roof water (CPCPRF2023A)	10
CPCPRF3021A	Receive roofing materials (CPCPRF3021A)	4
CPCPRF3022A	Fabricate and install roof drainage components (CPCPRF3022A)	48
CPCPRF3023A	Fabricate and install external flashings (CPCPRF3023A)	16
CPCPRF3024A	Install roof components (CPCPRF3024A)	10
CPCPRF3025A	Install roof coverings to curved roof structures (CPCPRF3025A)	12
CPCPRF3026A	Install composite roof systems (CPCPRF3026A)	20
CPCPSN3011B	Plan layout of a residential sanitary plumbing system (CPCPSN3011B)	8
CPCPSN3022A	Install discharge pipes (CPCPSN3022A)	28
CPCPSN3023A	Fabricate and install sanitary stacks (CPCPSN3023A)	28
CPCPSN3024A	Install and fit off sanitary fixtures (CPCPSN3024A)	20
CPCPSN3025A	Install pre-treatment facilities (CPCPSN3025A)	8
CPCPSN3026A	Install sewerage pumpsets (CPCPSN3026A)	8
CPCPWT3020A	Connect and install storage tanks to a domestic water supply (CPCPWT3020A)	12
CPCPWT3021A	Set out and install water services (CPCPWT3021A)	36
CPCPWT3022A	Install and adjust water service controls and devices (CPCPWT3022A)	12
CPCPWT3023A	Install and commission water heating systems (CPCPWT3023A)	25
CPCPWT3024A	Install and maintain domestic water treatment equipment (CPCPWT3024A)	10
CPCPWT3025A	Install water pumpsets (CPCPWT3025A)	8
CPCPWT3026A	Fit off and commission heated and cold water services (CPCPWT3026A)	16
CPCPWT3027A	Connect irrigation systems from drinking water supply (CPCPWT3027A)	6
CPCPWT3028A	Install water services (CPCPWT3028A)	10
CPCPWT3029A	Install water pipe systems (CPCPWT3029A)	12
MEM10009B	Install refrigeration and air conditioning plant and equipment (MEM10009B)	40
MEM18086B	Test, recover, evacuate and charge refrigeration systems (MEM18086B)	40
UEENEEJ105A	Position, assemble and start up single head split air conditioning and water heating heat pump systems (UEENEEJ105A)	70
UEENEEJ172A	Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants — split systems (UEENEEJ172A)	60
CPCCCM2008B	Erect And Dismantle Restricted Height Scaffolding (CPCCCM2008B)	40
CPCCCM2010B	Work Safely At Heights (CPCCCM2010B)	8
CPCCCM3001C	Operate Elevated Work Platforms (CPCCCM3001C)	32
CPCPCM2039A	Carry out interactive workplace communication (CPCPCM2039A)	10
HLTFA211A	Provide basic emergency life support (HLTFA211A)	8
MEM10010B	Install Pipework And Pipework Assemblies (MEM10010B)	40
RIICCM210A	Install trench support (RIICCM210A)	16

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessments may include written, oral or practical assessment methods.

You will know in advance about the type of assessments that are to be undertaken.

Additional comments

What will I study?

Stream 1: Water
Stream 2: Sanitary
Stream 3: Drainage
Stream 4: Mechanical services
Stream 5: Roofing
Stream 6: Gas services

For course information, please call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or fill our enquiry form.

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Some or all of this training is provided with State or Federal Government funding. Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!

You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!

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Free TAFE and JobTrainer courses only: Students eligible for Free TAFE receive the tuition rate free. Students eligible for JobTrainer pay 20% of the tuition. Materials, consumables and student services fees are payable by all students and do not receive a JobTrainer discount, however concession rates for student services fees are available for concession card holders, apprentices, trainees and 100% off campus delivery courses. Please note that these tuition rates only apply to courses offered under the Free TAFE or JobTrainer schemes.

The fees listed below relate to 2022 courses and are indicative pricing only as total costs vary depending on the units you elect to study.

Concessions for Diploma and Advanced Diploma course categories are only available to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.

Payment plans are available. Click here to find out more.
Course availability is subject to enrolment numbers.

Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee (table 1), any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).

Table 1

Enrolment type

Government Subsidised
Indicative total tuition fee#

Concession
Indicative total tuition fee#
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Full Fee
Indicative total tuition fee#

Non-Apprentice

$N/A

Apprentice/Trainee

$5108.22

$1021.64

$23073.57

Table 2

Average course
material fees^*

$0.00

Average course
consumable fees^*

$1587.30

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# The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
^* Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.
Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student.

Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply.

Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee and non-tuition fees (table 1) and any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).

student contact hours

Total hours^	Indicative hours*	Government Subsidised $/SCH	Indigenous Concession $/SCH	Full fee $/SCH
1443	1443	$0.0	$0.0	$0.0

^This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the total duration of the course. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student.

*This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the calendar year of 2022. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student. If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, concession or full fees.

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What costs and other fees should I expect?

Please refer to the Fees tab. For further information, call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or enquiries@kangan.edu.au. There may be extra costs for reference books, protective clothing or specialised materials.

Can I apply?

You must currently be employed in the industry to apply for this course.

A signed apprenticeship training agreement between yourself, your employer, an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network provider (AASN) and a registered training organisation is required.

Where and how can I study?

You will study this course at our Broadmeadows campus on a part-time basis.

What employment opportunities will I have?

Plumber
Plumber and Drainer
Plumber and Gasfitter
Gasfitter
Roof plumber

What skills will I have when I complete this course?

You will gain the skills required to install, maintain and repair plumbing equipment associated with heating, cooling, water distribution and sanitation systems.

What qualifications will I receive?

On completion of this course, you will be awarded the nationally accredited Certificate III in Plumbing CPC32413

What opportunities for further studies will I have?

Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services CPC40912

How do I apply?

You must sign an apprenticeship training agreement between yourself, your employer, an Australian Apprenticeship Support Network provider (AASN) and a registered training organisation.

For more information call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au.

How will I be selected for this course?

All applicants for this course will complete an assessment to evaluate their language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills. This helps to ensure that you enrol in a course that is the right level of study for you.