Certificate III in Plumbing

Mode of Study​

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This program is delivered in the classroom, in a simulated work environment, and through structured self-study that includes:

• 16 hours of scheduled face-to-face training and assessment per week.

• 4 hours of structured self-study, where students are provided with access to resources and materials for completing a range of activities.

• Additional, unsupervised study is expected to be approximately 5 hours per week.

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Course Description

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​This is a trade qualification for plumbers in residential, industrial and commercial workplaces who are responsible for assembling, installing and maintaining water services, sanitary plumbing and sanitary drainage, gas, roofing and mechanical services in both existing and new constructions.

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The plumbing industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in a real or closely simulated workplace environment and this qualification requires all units of competency to be delivered and assessed in this context.

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Course Structure

 

​CPC32420 - Certificate III in Plumbing (General Plumbing) consists of Fifty eight (58) units including forty three (43) core units and fifteen (15) elective units.

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The 58 units that must be completed include:

• 43 core units

• 15 elective units of which:

• 8 units must be from Group A outlined in the link below,

• 4 elective units must be from Group B outlined in the link below, and

• 3 units from Group C outlined in the link below. 

Up to 4 elective units may be replaced by units from any other group or from any relevant nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course. The units must contribute to the vocational outcomes of the qualification.

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Unit of Competency

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Core Units:

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CPCCCM2012     Work safely at heights

CPCPCM2039     Carry out interactive workplace communication

CPCPCM2040     Read plans, calculate quantities and mark out materials

CPCPCM2041     Work effectively in the plumbing services sector

CPCPCM2043     Carry out WHS requirements

CPCPCM2045     Handle and store plumbing materials

CPCPCM2046     Use plumbing hand and power tools

CPCPCM2047     Carry out levelling

CPCPCM2048     Cut and join sheet metal

CPCPCM2054     Carry out simple concreting and rendering

CPCPCM2055     Work safely on roofs

CPCPCM3021     Flash penetrations through roofs and walls

CPCPCM3022     Weld polymer pipes using fusion method

CPCPCM3023     Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping

CPCPCM3024     Prepare simple drawings

CPCPCM3025     Install trench support

CPCPDR2021     Locate and clear blockages

CPCPDR2025     Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems and drain work site

CPCPDR2026     Install prefabricated inspection openings and inspection chambers

CPCPDR3021     Plan layout and install below ground sanitary drainage systems

CPCPFS3031      Fabricate and install fire hydrant and hose reel systems

CPCPGS3048     Install gas pressure control equipment

CPCPGS3049     Install gas appliance flues

CPCPGS3051     Purge consumer piping

CPCPGS3053     Disconnect and reconnect Type A gas appliances

CPCPGS3054     Calculate and install natural ventilation for Type A gas appliances

CPCPGS3056     Size and install consumer gas piping systems

CPCPGS3059     Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity up to 500 litres

CPCPGS3061     Install and commission Type A gas appliances

CPCPDR3023     Install on-site domestic wastewater treatment plants and disposal systems

CPCPSN3011     Plan the layout of a residential sanitary plumbing system and fabricate and install sanitary stacks

CPCPSN3022     Install discharge pipes

CPCPWT3020    Connect and install storage tanks to a domestic water supply

CPCPWT3021    Set out and install water services

CPCPWT3022    Install and commission water heating systems and adjust controls and devices

CPCPWT3025    Install water pumpsets

CPCPWT3026    Install and fit off sanitary fixtures, water services and adjust water service controls

CPCPWT3027    Install backflow prevention devices

CPCPRF2023     Collect and store roof water

CPCPRF3022     Fabricate and install roof drainage systems

CPCPRF3023     Fabricate and install external flashings

CPCPRF3024     Install roof components

HLTAID011        Provide First Aid

 

Elective Units by Group

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Group A Electives

CPCCCM2008     Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding

CPCCCM3001     Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres

CPCPCM2049     Cut mild steel using oxy-LPG-acetylene equipment

CPCPCM2052     Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment

CPCPWT3029     Install water pipe systems

CPCPWT3030     Install home fire sprinkler systems

CPCPWT3024     Install and maintain domestic water treatment equipment

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Group B Electives

CPCPCM2053     Weld using metal arc welding equipment

CPCPGS3046      Install LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes and mobile workplaces

CPCPGS3052      Maintain Type A gas appliances

CPCPGS3055      Install gas sub-meters

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Group C Electives

CPCPDR3025     Plan layout and install vacuum drainage systems

CPCPSN3025     Install pre-treatment facilities

CPCPSN3026     Install sewerage pumpsets

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Group F Electives

CPCCWHS2001     Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

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Entry Requirements

• be at least 18 years of age and

• participate in a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course and student needs

• ability to work at heights

Academic Entry Requirements:

• ​Year 12 or equivalent​

​English Language Entry Requirements:

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• IELTS score 6.0 (with no bands less than 5.5) or equivalent Pearson Test of English (PTE).

• have sufficient language, literacy and numeracy skills as tested through a language, literacy and numeracy assessment. 

• Students will need to achieve ACSF level 3 for reading, writing, numeracy and oral communication to enter the course. 

• have satisfactorily completed HLTAID011 and provided evidence of statement of attainment. 

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Delivery Location

All classes are face to face and are held at 4 Marsh Street, CLYDE, NSW, 2142

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Career Opportunities

Potential employment options in the plumbing industry may include:

• Plumber

• Plumber and drainer

• Plumber and gasfitter

• Gasfitter

• Roof plumber

• Mechanical services plumber

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Education Pathways

​Students who complete this course may wish to continue their education into higher education qualifications in plumbing services.

 

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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers

 

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for what you already know. If you believe you have related skills or have relevant units/qualifications obtained in previous successful studies, please indicate on your Application Form that you wish to apply for RPL/Credit.

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Innovative College recognises qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). 

 

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Course Fees

Please contact us at admission@invcollege.edu.au for the most up-to-date course fees

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Additional Information

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For further information regarding studying with Innovative College, please refer to our Student Handbook which outlines all additional terms, conditions, and information related to student life in Australia.