Certificate III In Plumbing
CPC32420 Apprenticeship - ApprenticeshipLearn practical plumbing skills and work towards your goal of becoming a registered plumber
When you successfully complete the Certificate III in Plumbing, you’ll have the skills required to carry out a range of plumbing tasks with confidence.
You’ll gain hands-on experience in areas such as installation of air conditioning, sprinkler and gas piping systems, welding, blockage clearance, pipe fabrication, plan interpretation and workplace safety.
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Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the competency-based assessment program that can be undertaken in the workplace, at Chisholm, or a combination of both.
This nationally recognised qualification can be completed part time over three years in conjunction with on the job training. A training plan can be negotiated with employers to suit their requirements.
Once successfully completed, you can develop your skills further with Chisholm’s Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services.
INHERENT REQUIREMENTS
Whilst there are no minimum age requirements, all students must have a plumbing apprenticeship contract and be employed as a plumbing apprentice.
INHERENT REQUIREMENTS
Core skills required for this course: literacy and numeracy range from levels two to three.
Physical: Whilst all OHS manual handing is adhered to, the course involves some digging in sand, lifting of plumbing materials, such as copper tubing and PVC piping like out on the job. As First Aid is a required unit to complete, students must be physically capable of sustaining CPR for two minutes.
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Study units
Unit code Unit Description CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements CPCPCM2040 Read plans, calculate quantities and mark out materials CPCPCM2041 Work effectively in the plumbing services sector CPCPCM2045 Handle and store plumbing materials CPCPCM2046 Use plumbing hand and power tools CPCPCM2047 Carry out levelling CPCPCM3023 Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping CPCPCM3024 Prepare simple drawings CPCPWT3021 Set out and install water services HLTAID011 Provide First Aid CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights CPCPCM2039 Carry out interactive workplace communication CPCPCM2048 Cut and join sheet metal CPCPCM2049 Cut using oxy-acetylene equipment CPCPCM2055 Work safely on roofs CPCPCM3021 Flash penetrations through roofs and walls CPCPGS3049 Install gas appliance flues CPCPGS3056 Size and install consumer gas piping systems CPCPCM3025 Install trench support CPCPSN3022 Install discharge pipes CPCPGS3054 Calculate and install natural ventilation for Type A gas appliances CPCPFS3031 Fabricate and install fire hydrant and hose reel systems CPCPDR2025 Install stormwater and sub-soil drainage systems and drain work site CPCPCM3022 Weld polymer pipes using fusion method CPCPDR3023 Install on-site domestic wastewater treatment plants and disposal systems CPCPGS3048 Install gas pressure control equipment CPCPDR2026 Install prefabricated inspection openings and inspection chambers CPCPDR2021 Locate and clear blockages CPCPDR3021 Plan layout and install below ground sanitary drainage systems CPCPGS3061 Install and commission Type A gas appliances CPCPRF3022 Fabricate and install roof drainage systems CPCPRF2023 Collect and store roof water CPCPRF3023 Fabricate and install external flashings CPCPIG2021 Design domestic urban irrigation systems CPCPWT3020 Connect and install storage tanks to a domestic water supply CPCPSN3011 Plan the layout of a residential sanitary plumbing system and fabricate and install sanitary stacks CPCPGS3060 Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity exceeding 500 litres and less than 8 kl CPCPRF3024 Install roof components CPCPWT3025 Install water pumpsets CPCPWT3029 Install water pipe systems CPCPIG3022 Install and commission domestic irrigation pumps CPCPGS3059 Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity up to 500 litres CPCPGS3046 Install LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes and mobile workplaces CPCPWT3027 Install backflow prevention devices CPCPWT3026 Install and fit off sanitary fixtures, water services and adjust water service controls CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry CPCPSN3025 Install pre-treatment facilities CPCPCM2054 Carry out simple concreting and rendering CPCPRF3021 Receive roofing materials UEERA0049 Install and start up single head split air conditioning and water heating heat pump systems UEECD0007 Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace CPCPGS3047 Install LPG systems in marine craft CPCPGS3051 Purge consumer piping CPCPWT3028 Install property service UEERA0059 Prepare and connect refrigerant tubing and fittings CPCCWC2001 Complete penetrations and flashings CPCPMS3033 Install small bore heating systems CPCPMS3031 Fabricate and install steel pressure piping CPCPGS3053 Disconnect and reconnect Type A gas appliances CPCPMS3040 Install and commission evaporative air cooling systems CPCPMS3038 Install air conditioning control equipment CPCPMS3041 Install domestic solid fuel burning appliances CPCPMS2021 Assemble mechanical services components CPCPMS3032 Select and fit insulation and sheathing CPCPWT3022 Install and commission water heating systems and adjust controls and devices CPCPCM2053 Weld using metal arc welding equipment CPCPMS3039 Maintain mechanical services equipment CPCPGS3052 Maintain Type A gas appliances CPCPCM2052 Weld mild steel using oxy-acetylene equipment CPCCCM3001 Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres CPCPIG3021 Set out, install and commission irrigation systems CPCPRF3026 Install roof sheets, wall cladding and complex flashings CPCPRF2022 Select and install roof sheeting and wall cladding CPCPRF3025 Install roof coverings to curved roof structures CPCPSN3026 Install sewerage pumpsets UEERA0064 Recover, pressure test, evacuate, charge and leak test refrigerants - split systems CPCPMS3036 Install air handling units CPCPFS3037 Install residential life safety sprinkler systems CPCPMS3035 Install and test ducting systems CPCPMS3034 Install and test medical gas pipeline systems CPCPFS3038 Test and maintain fire hydrant and hose reel installations CPCPWT3024 Install and maintain domestic water treatment equipment -
Course and career pathways
Nationally recognised training Certificate III In Plumbing Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services Possible job outcome - plumber
- roof plumber
- plumber and drainer
- Licensed Plumber
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Skills recognition
Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.
Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.
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Admission requirements
Apprentices must have a Registered Training Agreement with their employer, Core skills required for this course: literacy and numeracy range from levels two to three, It is recommended school leaver students complete the pre-apprenticeship pathway (Certificate II) prior to enrolling, or complete a pre-training assessment for literacy and numeracy of BKSB assessment with an outcome of ACSF exit level 2, working level 3
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Fees
Fees Tuition fees* (GST exempt)
Concession $1,322 Government subsidised $6,610 Full fee paying $25,582 Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
Materials $1,895 And one of:
Student services – concession (annual) OR$135 Student services - no concession (annual) $270 *Student tuition fees are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. Check to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.
**You are required to pay additional fees for materials and support services, not covered by your tuition fees. This may include things like learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing, and vary depending on the course you study. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. -
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Payment plans
At Chisholm, you can spread your course costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.
Scholarships
Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships.
Government-subsidised training
Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding. See eligiblity requirements for government-subsidised training.
Other financial assistance available for apprentices
As an apprentice you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with the costs of undertaking an apprenticeship. Read more about financial assistance for apprentices.
Employers
As an employer of an Australian Apprentice, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with hiring, training and retaining an apprentice. Find out more about your eligibility for financial assistance
Please note: Students may be required to undertake an assessment of their literacy and numeracy as part of their application process.
Chisholm is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and provides Nationally Recognised Training (NRT). This means you can be assured that our training will provide you with a qualification that is recognised and respected across Australia.
Chisholm courses are subject to minimum and maximum group numbers. Courses may be cancelled or postponed if minimum numbers are not achieved by the start date of the course. Courses may close prior to the start date if the maximum numbers are reached. In that situation, eligible applicants will be offered a place in the next available intake.