Certificate III in Plumbing (General Plumber)
- National Course Code: CPC32420
- TAFE NSW code: CPC32420-01V01-22TAM-051
Location – Tamworth (Apprenticeship)
Attendance
Part Time
Course Start Date
Anytime
Study Commitment
40 Hours per week
Duration
3 years
- Nationally Recognised Training
- Apprenticeship Allowed
- This training is fully government-subsidised under JobTrainer
Course Details
The nationally accredited Certificate III in Plumbing (General Plumber) equips you with the skills to become a trade qualified plumber or gasfitter. Learn the foundational knowledge to work with water, gas and drainage systems and start your career in this in-demand industry.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through a mix of theory and practical course work, learn to:
- Lay and join hydraulic services
- Install water services, pumpsets and water heating systems
- Install and maintain gas appliances and gas services
- Install roof coverings and drainage systems
- Use hand and power tools
DEVELOP YOUR TALENT
Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to find solutions
- Experience working safely in the construction industry
- Strong time management skills
- The ability to work collaboratively
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
Completing this course provides you with:
- A nationally recognised qualification at Certificate III level
- Eligibility to apply for a tradesperson certificate with NSW Fair Trading
Career opportunities:
- Plumber
- Plumber and drainer
- Plumber and gasfitter
- Gasfitter
- Roof plumber
- Mechanical services plumber
GROW YOUR CAREER
Take your career further with the:
- Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services (Operations Stream)
- Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services (Hydraulics stream)
- Diploma of Hydraulic (Plumbing) Service Design
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
TAFE NSW offers the Certificate III in Plumbing (General Plumber) as an apprenticeship. There may also be options available for you to study as a non-apprentice.
Apprenticeship
To be eligible for this course, you must:
- Be employed as an apprentice in the plumbing industry as evidenced by a letter of support from your employer
- Submit your Training Plan Proposal (TPP) with your application
Enquire today to talk through your options.
Non-apprenticeship
Enquire today and one of our Apprenticeship and Traineeship team will help you understand any eligibility or entry requirements.
COURSE SUCCESS REQUIREMENTS
During your study, you will need to meet specific requirements to complete your course work.
Your teacher will let you know when you need to provide evidence of:
- A general construction induction card (commonly known as a white card) - you will need this before you can enter a construction site
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
This is a licensed occupation. When you successfully complete the Certificate III in Plumbing (General Plumber) you can apply for licensing with NSW Fair Trading. They are the licensing and regulatory authority for trades in NSW. Visit NSW Fair Trading for more information.
IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- A reasonable level of strength and agility
- Confidence working at heights and in confined spaces
- The ability to provide your own PPE such as work boots, gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses
- Access to a computer/tablet or phone with internet access
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
With 130 locations across the state, TAFE NSW tailors qualifications to meet the needs of the local community and specific student groups (like apprentices, fast-tracked and online students). To make sure this course is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
To be enrolled in this course, you need to be able to provide evidence that you are:
- an apprentice (you will work in industry and study at the same time)
- employed full time
- signed up with an Apprentice Network Provider and have a Training Plan Proposal
- seeking to gain skills and knowledge to become a qualified plumber after successful completion
Discover the skills you need, for the job you want at a TAFE NSW Information Session.
STUDY COMMITMENT
This is a part time, combination course. You must attend approximately 40 hours of class. You may also be required to complete approximately 15 hours of additional study. This additional study could include private study, work placements and research.
The course will run 5 days a week for 3 years.
We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services
As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:
- LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
- Smarthinking - after hours online study support service
- Easy computing online short courses
- Access to local TAFE libraries
- Accessibility and Disability Support Services
- Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home
Apprenticeship: Australian Apprenticeships training can be on-the-job, off-the-job or a combination of both. TAFE NSW will negotiate your attendance and study pattern with you and your employer
This is a fully government-subsidised JobTrainer course. Eligibility criteria applies.
SMART AND SKILLED FEES
There are a range of study options for NSW Apprentices and eligible non-apprentices with relevant industry work experience in this course.
Under the NSW Government fee-free apprenticeship initiative, NSW apprentices that commence their training on or after 1 July 2018 may be eligible for fee-free training. Apprentices are required to provide evidence of their NSW apprenticeship to finalise their enrolment and applicable fees.
This course is also a TAFE NSW Trade Pathways Qualification and ideal if you have been working in this industry for an extended period of time but havent received a qualification. To be eligible to enrol as a non-apprentice and secure funding, you must firstly meet the Smart and Skilled eligibility criteria and be:
- over 21 years of age
- able to demonstrate and provide evidence of extensive industry experience and
- able to demonstrate relevant ongoing work experience and provide workplace evidence to support the achievement of competence.
READ BEFORE YOU ENROL
Learn about TAFE NSW Fees
Learn about TAFE NSW Payment/Funding
RECOGNITION
Recognition is a process of acknowledging previously completed qualifications, skills, knowledge or experience relevant to your course. This may reduce the amount of learning required, reduce your course fees and allow you to achieve your qualification faster.
Learn about Recognition at TAFE NSW Recognition
Before you can start an apprenticeship, you first need to find an employer in the industry you're interested in that will support you through your studies. You and your employer should contact an Apprenticeship Network Provider (ANP) and tell them you're interested in studying at TAFE NSW.
The ANP will help you and your employer to complete a Training Contract. Once you have a Training Contract, we will help you, your employer and the ANP to complete a Training Plan Proposal. Once you have both these documents, the ANP will lodge them with State Training Services, who will provide further advice about next steps.
Find out more: https://www.training.nsw.gov.au/apprenticeships_traineeships/index.html
For further information or assistance, call 131 601.
Core Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| CPCPRF2023 | Collect and store roof water |
| CPCPRF3022 | Fabricate and install roof drainage systems |
| CPCPRF3023 | Fabricate and install external flashings |
| CPCPRF3024 | Install roof components |
| 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 |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
Elective Units
| Number | Title |
|---|---|
| CPCPGS3046 | Install LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes and mobile workplaces |
| CPCPGS3052 | Maintain Type A gas appliances |
| CPCPGS3055 | Install gas sub-meters |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres |
| CPCCWHS2001 | Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry |
| CPCCCM2008 | Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding |
| CPCCCM3001 | Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres |
| CPCPCM2052 | Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment |
| CPCPIG3021 | Set out, install and commission irrigation systems |
| CPCPIG3022 | Install and commission domestic irrigation pumps |
| CPCPWT3024 | Install and maintain domestic water treatment equipment |
| CPCPWT3028 | Install property service |
| CPCPWT3029 | Install water pipe systems |
| CPCPWT3030 | Install home fire sprinkler systems |
| CPCPSN3025 | Install pre-treatment facilities |
| CPCPSN3026 | Install sewerage pumpsets |
Plumber
Plumber and drainer
Plumber and gasfitter
Gasfitter
Roof plumber
Mechanical services plumber.
Whether you're a school leaver, an aspiring apprentice, looking to kickstart a career, or you're upskilling, reskilling, or re-training, there's a TAFE NSW course to give you the skills you need for the job you want.
Course Location
Tamworth (Apprenticeship)
Phone 131 601
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