Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-Apprenticeship) - VDSS

Prep for your plumbing apprenticeship with this Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship).

The course will give you the skills and knowledge for entry into an apprenticeship (Certificate III in Plumbing) in one of the various sectors of the plumbing industry.

You'll learn basic plumbing skills and knowledge including:

  • Working safely as part of a team
  • Measuring and calculating
  • Using basic industry terminology to communicate effectively
  • Reading plans and specifications
  • Selecting and using plumbing tools, equipment and materials
  • Producing simple technical drawings
  • Using basic welding equipment
  • Using plumbing pipes, fittings and fixtures to simulate plumbing installations.

Course Overview

Prep for your plumbing apprenticeship with this Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship).

The course will give you the skills and knowledge for entry into an apprenticeship (Certificate III in Plumbing) in one of the various sectors of the plumbing industry.

You'll learn basic plumbing skills and knowledge including:

  • Working safely as part of a team
  • Measuring and calculating
  • Using basic industry terminology to communicate effectively
  • Reading plans and specifications
  • Selecting and using plumbing tools, equipment and materials
  • Producing simple technical drawings
  • Using basic welding equipment
  • Using plumbing pipes, fittings and fixtures to simulate plumbing installations.

Proposed Units

  • VU23050 Perform basic oxy-acetylene welding and cutting
  • CPCCCM1015 Carry Out Measurements And Calculations
  • VU23056 Use plumbing pipes, fittings and fixtures to simulate plumbing installations
  • VU23055 Use basic power tools
  • VU23054 Use basic plumbing hand tools
  • VU23053 Use basic electric welding equipment and techniques
  • VU23052 Use and apply basic levelling equipment for plumbing
  • VU23051 Prepare to work in the plumbing industry
  • VU23049 Identify career pathways in the plumbing industry
  • VU23048 Fabricate simple plumbing pipe systems
  • VU23047 Cut and penetrate building materials and structures
  • VU23046 Apply basic sheet metal practices
  • CPCCCM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications
  • BSBWRT311 Write simple documents
  • CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
  • CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCPCM2039A Carry out interactive workplace communication
  • CUAACD303 Produce Technical Drawings
  • HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support

Pre-Requisites

Nil

Clothing and Equipment

  • Student must supply own safety boots and overalls or drill pants
  • Branded uniform shirt, safety glasses, gloves and ear protection will be supplied
  • Safety gear must be worn to all classes
  • Students must have access to a computer and Internet and we encourage them to bring their school laptop to all VDSS classes

Pathways

  • Certificate III in Plumbing
  • Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services

Potential Job Outcomes

Entry Requirements

NA

Course Type

Accredited Course; VDSS

Course Code

22569VIC

Campus

Bairnsdale

Morwell

Completion

Full

Duration

2 Years

Scored Assessment

No

VET in VCE

Yes

Structured Workplace Learning

Strongly Recommended

Course cost

For the course cost please visit the TAFE Gippsland website or call 1300 133 717.
 

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2025. National Provider Number 0417

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2025. National Provider Number 0417