Course Overview
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.
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.
Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required before entering a construction work site. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
This is a licenced occupation. State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Target Audience
Benefits
Career Opportunities
Learning Outcomes
Course Duration
Typically, 36 months and may vary on individual applicants’ circumstances
Units of Competency
This is program is delivered in a blended combination of work placed based, classroom, based, CiRT and self-directed learning.
For the award of the CPC32420 Certificate III in Plumbing (General Plumber) a minimum of 58 units are to be completed as follows:
- 43 core units
- 15 elective units
From the CPC Companion Volume Implementation Guide
Option 1 nominates a minimum of 58 units in total. A candidate can achieve this occupational stream by completing a minimum of 58 units or the candidate may select to undertake further training and achieve the stream with an end total of 70 units, which would assist them in their chosen specialisation, e.g., Gas, drainage, mechanical services etc.
Unit Code | Unit Name |
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 |
CPCPDR3023 | Install on-site domestic wastewater treatment plants and disposal 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 |
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 |
Electives are to be selected as followed:
- 8 units from Group A and
- 4 units from Group B and
- 3 units from Group C
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.
8 units from Group A
Unit Code | Unit Name |
CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres |
CPCPCM2049 | Cut using oxy–acetylene equipment |
CPCPCM2052 | Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment |
CPCPFS3037 | Install residential life safety sprinkler systems |
CPCPFS3038 | Test and maintain fire hydrant and hose reel installations |
CPCPIG2021 | Design domestic urban irrigation systems |
CPCPIG3021 | Set out, install and commission irrigation systems |
CPCPIG3022 | Install and commission domestic irrigation pumps |
Unit Code | Unit Name |
CPCPGS3046 | Install LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes and mobile workplaces |
CPCPGS3047 | Install LPG systems in marine craft |
CPCPGS3052 | Maintain Type A gas appliances |
CPCPGS3060 | Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity exceeding 500 litres and less than 8 kl |
1 | 1 |
Unit Code | Unit Name |
CPCPSN3025 | Install pre-treatment facilities |
CPCPSN3026 | Install sewerage pumpsets |
RIIWHS202E | Enter and work in confined spaces |
Unit Code | Unit Name |
CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
CPCPWT3024 | Install and maintain domestic water treatment equipment |
CPCPWT3028 | Install property service |
CPCPWT3029 | Install water pipe systems |
Pre-requisites
CPCPCM2043 – Carry out WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry is a pre-requisite for the following units
CPCPCM2040, CPCPDR2026, CPCPWT3020, CPCPIG2021,
CPCPCM2045, CPCPDR3021, CPCPWT3021, CPCPIG3021,
CPCPCM2046, CPCPDR3023, CPCPWT3022, CPCPIG3022,
CPCPCM2047, CPCPFS3031, CPCPWT3025, CPCPGS3046,
CPCPCM2048, CPCPGS3048, CPCPWT3026, CPCPGS3047,
CPCPCM2054, CPCPGS3049, CPCPWT3027, CPCPGS3052,
CPCPCM2055, CPCPGS3051, CPCPRF2023, CPCPGS3060,
CPCPCM3021, CPCPGS3053, CPCPRF3022, CPCPSN3025,
CPCPCM3022, CPCPGS3054, CPCPRF3023, CPCPSN3026,
CPCPCM3023, CPCPGS3056, CPCPRF3024, CPCPWT3024,
CPCPCM3024, CPCPGS3059, CPCPCM2049, CPCPWT3028,
CPCPCM3025, CPCPGS3061, CPCPCM2052, CPCPWT3029,
CPCPDR2021, CPCPSN3011, CPCPFS3037, CPCPDR2025,
CPCPSN3022, CPCPFS3038
CPCCWHS2001 – Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry is a pre-requisite for the following units
CPCCCM2012
CPCPCM3021 – Flash penetrations through roofs and walls is a pre-requisite for the following units
CPCPGS3049
CPCPCM3023 – Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping is a pre-requisite for the following units
CPCPFS3031, CPCPWT3020, CPCPWT3021, CPCPWT3027, CPCPWT3029
CPCPCM3024 – Prepare simple drawings is a pre-requisite for the following units
CPCPCM2040, CPCPDR3021
CPCPCM2055 – Work safety on roofs is a pre-requisite for the following units
CPCPRF3022, CPCPRF3023, CPCPRF3024
CPCPGS3054 – Calculate and install natural ventilation for Type A gas appliances – Flash penetrations through roofs and walls is a pre-requisite for the following units
CPCPGS3061, CPCPGS3052
Entry Requirements
The pre-requisites of study requirements for entry into this qualification.
- Must be employed in the construction industry.
- Confirmation of Attainment in CPCCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (Whitecard)
- Apprentices must have a Registered Training Contract with a registered employer
- Apprentices will be required to go through a formal face to face and/ or CiRT Interview with one of our Learning Pathway Advisors to establish whether the desired course is the correct qualification for their career path/job prospects.
- Apprentices are required to undertake a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) assessment prior to enrolment at the time of the Pre-training interview.
As part of the Pre-training interview process with a prospective learner, a digital literacy evaluation will be conducted (PC Skills) to ensure that they will be successfully able to complete a course with an online component.
This includes but not limited to:
- The ability to logon to a computer
- Access emails and click a link within an email.
- Login into an online database (LLN Tool)
- Use a mouse and keyboard.
- Read and respond to online text.
Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for LLN evaluation would be considered to meet PC Literacy requirements
Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements for LLN evaluation will be evaluated individually
Language, Literacy and Numeracy
An LLN test will be provided in the application journey to determin your level in language, literacy, and numeracy, and whether extra support will be needed for your to complete this course. If you have completed an Australia Year 12 qualification you will not be required to complete an LLN test.
Online Service Standards
Click here for the details of our Online Service Standards
Assessment
The assessment process will include the gathering of evidence to demonstrate the learner’s competency as demonstrated in the workplace and underpinning knowledge in theory-based assessments.
Trainers will be provided with detailed instructions to assessment requirements for each unit. (The specific methods for each Unit of Competency are identified within this document under ‘Evidence Gathering Techniques’; further detail is available in the Assessor Assessment Guide).
This is a competency-based program, assessment occurs throughout the entire program until the learner either achieves competency in the assessment tasks or any further training needs are identified and addressed.
Assessment arrangements are learner’s, classroom, workplace based and CiRT
Refer to the section on Evidence Gathering techniques
Accreditation & Award
Upon successful assessment of all core units and chosen stream electives units in this course, students will be awarded the qualification CPC32420 Certificate III in Plumbing – General Plumber
The issuance of this qualification is subject to:
- All fees and charges paid in accordance with AVANTE Fees, Charges, Refund Policy
- USI Number disclosure
- VSN Number disclosure (if applicable)
Credit Transfer
Avante Education has a policy to acknowledge formal Statements of Attainments issued by another RTO.
Where learners have made an application for Credit Transfer on any of the equivalent units in this qualification, credit will be granted, and the learner will not be required to repeat the training in those units where application has been made and credit has been granted.
Recognition of Prior Learning
The competencies in this qualification may be attained through the process of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). RPL takes into consideration the candidates’ previous training, work and life experience.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) opportunities will be identified and addressed during the pre-training interview process.
Learners will also be provided with an RPL Candidate guide to assist the learner in identifying any Recognition of Prior Learning either through previous training, work, or life experience or to how to prepare a portfolio of evidence.
Your Application Journey
At Avante Education we believe that your course should be tailored for you. Our pre-enrolment process will take you on a personal journey and allows you to be part of the process.
This includes
1. Us getting to know you…
- Who you are, your prior work experience (if any)
- Your learning preferences
- Your career aspirations
- How much time you have available to complete your course
- The best learning environment suited for you at your workplace or on campus
- How much support you will need with language, literacy, numeracy skills and computer skills
2. Thanks to your contribution we can now provide you with a tailored course plan which includes…
- Key course information
- Delivery schedule adjustments for any approved course credits that may reduce your length of training
- Delivery and assessment proposed dates
- Delivery and assessment methods
- Minimum technology requirements
- Statement of fees indicating all fees, government subsidies (if eligible), and options of payment
- Terms & Conditions
3. After these formalities you will be prepared for your commencement and…
- Be invited to join an induction to go through some best practice protocols for a successful learning journey
- Be acquantied with your Trainer
- Be provided access to your digital learner portal
4. You are now ready to…
- Join your own personally designed learning program on course commencement date
Delivery Locations
This course is delivered in the following locations
Our Virtual Classroom delivery option enables you to have a study location which is flexible to your current lifestyle and situation.
Fees & Funding
This is our standard fee based on a full program enrolment. Program fees vary based on each individual’s enrolment details. Final course fees are offered after an individual assessment. For more information click here
Title | Fee |
Application Fee | $400 |
Digital Learner Resources1 | $80 |
- 1 – Accessing the learner resources can either be digital (online access via a personal computer or mobile device) or hardcopy (printed learner resources). Printed learner resources are an extra $420
Payment Options
The application and learner resource fee is paid upfront to confirm your enrolment. This is paid once you officially accept your course proposal.