Course Overview
If you’re someone who enjoys a challenge, meeting new people and want a career where your skills are always in high demand, then a Certificate III in Plumbing (Apprenticeship) is the course you’ve been looking for!
When you study this course, you’ll gain skills in a number of areas, including welding, drainage, sanitation, water supply, gas fitting, roofing, and so much more – no wonder plumbers are one of the most highly sought-after tradespeople going around.
Designed so you can work and study at the same time, you’ll complete this course while you work with an employer, putting your new skills into action straight away. This will allow you to gain real-world experience from the very beginning, increasing your chances for employment later on.
Not only that, during the four years it takes to complete this course, you’ll also be guided by our expert teachers when you complete the on-campus part of this qualification, meaning you’ll have a variety of people helping you achieve success.
When you finish this course, you’ll become a qualified plumber and be eligible to sit the Victorian Building Authority Plumbing Registration exam, after which you’ll become a registered plumber.
You will then be able to work in the industry, gaining hands-on experience while you decide if you want to take your career further. Going further might mean studying a Certificate IV in Plumbing Services. This course will add to your skills and increase your employment opportunities.
So, if you’re after a qualification offering opportunities that will keep you employed for the long term, we are here to help you take the steps for success.
Times
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00am - 4:00pmQualifications and Recognition
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate III in Plumbing (Apprenticeship).Career Opportunities
Certificate III in Plumbing will provide you with a qualification as a plumber, students are eligible to sit the Victorian Building Authority Plumbing Registration exam, upon successful completion of this exam it will allow the student to become registered as a Plumber on the completion of their apprenticeship. Given this is a apprenticeship qualification, students will already be employed in industry. They will also then be eligible to work as a registered plumber in the streams successfully completed.
Opportunities for Further Study
Further Information
Course and Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Mandatory entry requirements
- Students must be an indentured apprentice to undertake and complete this qualification.
Recommended entry requirements
- To be enrolled into Certificate III in Plumbing each student must have a current employer a the time of enrolment due to this course being for apprentices only. Each apprentice will also be signed by an Apprenticeship Centre of choosing by the employer and have a training contract that states the relationship between the employer, apprentice and RTO. Once the training contract has been released a Apprentice Sign up and Induction is completed within 5 working days and the apprentice commences class once enrolment has been confirmed.
Limitations to entry
- Students must be an indentured apprentice to undertake and complete this qualification.
Pre-requisites
Not Applicable
Online requirement
Not Applicable
Fees
Course Cost
VET Student Loans
Not Applicable for this courseHelp with Fees
Specialist Course Information
Specialist Course Information
Not Applicable
Placement
Not ApplicablePathway to Industry Licence
Not Applicable
Material and Equipment supplied by students
- Students must own their own general plumbing tools
Student Services
Support is available for students at every stage of the study journey. Please speak to any of our friendly reception or teaching staff.Recognition of Prior Learning
Many TAFE Gippsland courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.Course Structure
Sample course units
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
| CPCCCM2008B | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCCM2010B | Work safely at heights |
| CPCCCM3001C | Operate elevated work platforms |
| CPCCOHS2001A | Apply OHS Requirements, Policies And Procedures In The Construction Industry |
| CPCPCM2039A | Carry out interactive workplace communication |
| CPCPCM2040A | Read plans and calculate plumbing quantities |
| CPCPCM2041A | Work effectively in the plumbing and services sector |
| CPCPCM2043A | Carry out WHS requirements |
| CPCPCM2045A | Handle and store plumbing materials |
| CPCPCM2046A | Use plumbing hand and power tools |
| CPCPCM2047A | Carry out levelling |
| CPCPCM2048A | Cut and join sheet metal |
| CPCPCM2049A | Cut using oxy-LPG-acetylene equipment |
| CPCPCM2050A | Mark out materials |
| CPCPCM2052A | Weld using oxy-acetylene equipment |
| CPCPCM2053A | Weld using manual metal arc welding equipment |
| CPCPCM2054A | Carry out simple concreting and rendering |
| CPCPCM2055A | Work safely on roofs |
| CPCPCM3021A | Flash penetrations through roofs and walls |
| CPCPCM3022A | Weld polyethylene and polypropylene pipes using fusion method |
| CPCPCM3023A | Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping |
| CPCPDR2021A | Locate and clear blockages |
| CPCPDR2022A | Install domestic treatment plants |
| CPCPDR2023A | Maintain effluent disinfection systems |
| CPCPDR2024A | Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems |
| CPCPDR2025A | Drain work site |
| CPCPDR2026A | Install prefabricated inspection openings and enclosures |
| CPCPDR3021A | Plan layout of a residential sanitary drainage system |
| CPCPDR3022A | Install below ground sanitary drainage systems |
| CPCPDR3023A | Install on-site disposal systems |
| CPCPFS3031A | Fabricate and install fire hydrant and hose reel systems |
| CPCPFS3037A | Install domestic and residential life safety sprinkler systems |
| CPCPGS3046A | Install LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes and mobile workplaces |
| CPCPGS3047A | Install LPG systems in marine craft |
| CPCPGS3048A | Install gas pressure control equipment |
| CPCPGS3049A | Install Type A gas appliance flues |
| CPCPGS3050A | Install Type B gas appliance flues |
| CPCPGS3051A | Purge consumer piping |
| CPCPGS3052A | Maintain Type A gas appliances |
| CPCPGS3053A | Disconnect and reconnect Type A gas appliances |
| CPCPGS3054A | Calculate and install natural ventilation for Type A gas appliances |
| CPCPGS3056A | Install gas piping systems |
| CPCPGS3057A | Size consumer gas piping systems |
| CPCPGS3059A | Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity up to 500 litres |
| CPCPGS3060A | Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity exceeding 500 litres and less than 8KL |
| CPCPGS3061A | Install and commission Type A gas appliances |
| CPCPIG2021A | Design domestic urban irrigation systems |
| CPCPIG3021A | Set out, install and commission irrigation systems |
| CPCPIG3022A | Install and commission domestic irrigation pumps |
| CPCPRF2022A | Select and install roof sheeting and wall cladding |
| CPCPRF2023A | Collect and store roof water |
| CPCPRF3021A | Receive roofing materials |
| CPCPRF3022A | Fabricate and install roof drainage components |
| CPCPRF3023A | Fabricate and install external flashings |
| CPCPRF3024A | Install roof components |
| CPCPRF3025A | Install roof coverings to curved roof structures |
| CPCPRF3026A | Install composite roof systems |
| CPCPSN3011B | Plan layout of a residential sanitary plumbing system |
| CPCPSN3022A | Install discharge pipes |
| CPCPSN3023A | Fabricate and install sanitary stacks |
| CPCPSN3024A | Install and fit off sanitary fixtures |
| CPCPSN3025A | Install pre-treatment facilities |
| CPCPSN3026A | Install sewerage pumpsets |
| CPCPWT3020A | Connect and install storage tanks to a domestic water supply |
| CPCPWT3021A | Set out and install water services |
| CPCPWT3022A | Install and adjust water service controls and devices |
| CPCPWT3023A | Install and commission water heating systems |
| CPCPWT3024A | Install And Maintain Domestic Water Treatment Equipment |
| CPCPWT3025A | Install water pumpsets |
| CPCPWT3026A | Fit off and commission heated and cold water services |
| CPCPWT3027A | Connect irrigation systems from drinking water supply |
| CPCPWT3028A | Install water service |
| CPCPWT3029A | Install water pipe systems |
| HLTFA211A | Provide basic emergency life support |
| RIICCM210A | Install trench support |
Assessment
Practical experiences, practical demonstrations, practical demonstrations in simulated work conditions, problem solving, documents, critical incident reports, journals, oral presentations, presentations to audiences, interviews, videos, visuals/slides/audio tapes, case studies, projects, group projects, group discussions, examinations.