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Certificate III in Plumbing and Gasfitting

(Apprenticeship)

Apprenticeship

National Code: 20085VIC
Centre: Building and Furniture Studies
Location: Elgar Campus
Enquiries: 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445)
Email: courseinfo@bhtafe.edu.au
Study Area: Plumbing


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What does this course involve?

As you read this information, please note that this course is going to be re-accredited in the coming future. There will be significant changes to the course information provided here.

If you’re a plumbing apprentice, this course will give you the right skills to work effectively in the plumbing and services sector.

You’ll learn how to use plumbing hand and power tools, read plans and calculate plumbing quantities and weld using oxy-acetylene and arc equipment.

You’ll also undertake training in drainage, gas fitting, roofing, waste disposal and water stream to give you necessary all-round skills.

Plus you’ll gain skills in effective workplace communication and Occupational Health and Safety requirements.

It includes drainage, roof plumbing, gas fitting, waste disposal, water supply and roofing.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may lead to employment opportunities as a registered plumber.


As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Accreditation

Nationally Recognised

What further study options will I have?

You may wish to progress into related study areas of specialisation.

Can I apply?

  • You must have previously registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre
  • You must have a training contract with an employer

How do I apply?

Direct Entry - Rolling enrolments

If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

  • Individual Interview

Length of course

Part time - 3 years

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.

How will I be assessed?

  • Written assessment
  • Practical assessment
  • Project work

Will my previous experience or study count?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.

Units of Competency

VAA156 Above ground drain 16 hr
VAA178 Advanced water supply 40 hr
VAA825 Building construction 27 hr
VAA828 Fixing devices 6 hr
VAB907 Disposal system joints 10 hr
VAC081 Electric welding 16 hr
VAC578 Fixtures/appliances and appropriate valves 12 hr
VAD202 Industry induction 38 hr
VAE502 Oxy acetylene welding and cutting 30 hr
VAF673 Sheetmetal practices 81 hr
VAF725 Simple waste pipe 8 hr
VAF762 Small diameter tubes and pipes 12 hr
VAJ314 Cooker 8 hr
VAJ327 Appliance servicing 40 hr
VAJ334 Clothes washing machine 8 hr
VAJ335 Collection and storage of water supply for country dwellings 4 hr
VAJ339 Combustion of gas and flame adjustment 4 hr
VAJ340 Commercial and industrial gas supply 46 hr
VAJ341 Cutting a branch into an existing drain 10 hr
VAJ342 Design flushing system 15 hr
VAJ343 Designing sanitary plumbing systems 45 hr
VAJ352 Designing sewerage drains 35 hr
VAJ353 Dishwashing machine 5 hr
VAJ354 Domestic septic tanks 15 hr
VAJ355 Fix roof cover (concealed fixed method) 10 hr
VAJ356 Fix roof cover (pierced fixed method) 8 hr
VAJ357 Flushometer 6 hr
VAJ358 Gas controls 8 hr
VAJ359 Industrial roof installations 30 hr
VAJ360 Install a gas fired small bore heating system 12 hr
VAJ362 LPG installations 14 hr
VAJ363 Measuring and levelling 8 hr
VAJ364 Mechanical services welding 24 hr
VAJ365 PVC welding for roof plumbers 30 hr
VAJ366 Flashing large penetrations through roof 16 hr
VAJ367 External metal ceiling and wall cladding 30 hr
VAJ368 Identification principles of operation of water heating systems 6 hr
VAJ369 Install gas fired warm air furnace and ducted system 12 hr
VAJ370 Natural gas fitting line 12 hr
VAJ371 Oxy/acetylene pipe welding and arc welding of mild steel plates 22 hr
VAJ372 Plan reading and identification of in-line equipment on water heating and ventilation systems 6 hr
VAJ373 Property drain 24 hr
VAJ378 Reticulated systems 18 hr
VAJ379 Floor waste gully 10 hr
VAJ380 Install concealed roof gutters 16 hr
VAJ381 Locating and clearing blockages in drains 15 hr
VAJ382 Flashing pipe penetrations through roofs 16 hr
VAJ383 Electricity and electronics in gas appliances 12 hr
VAJ384 Designing storm water drains 15 hr
VAJ385 Component servicing 38 hr
VAJ386 Commissioning water and air systems 8 hr
VAJ387 Commissioning a gas appliance 8 hr
VAJ391 Bath 12 hr
VAJ392 Bath and bidet 19 hr
VAJ410 Fuelling of gas appliances 8 hr
VAJ411 Identification of components of mechanical services equipment 6 hr
VAJ412 Industrial roof components 30 hr
VAJ413 Installing down pipes 12 hr
VAJ414 Mains pressure hot water service 12 hr
VAJ418 Trench shoring 20 hr
VAJ419 Unvented branch drains 12 hr
VAJ429 Installing eaves gutters 24 hr
VAJ430 Plan reading and site organisation 24 hr
VAJ431 Twin cylinder LPG system and fitting line 8 hr
VAJ451 Install heating water systems in copper tube 26 hr
VAJ452 Sink and trough 18 hr
VAJ460 Install heating water systems in mild steel pipes 30 hr
VAJ461 Wall furnace 12 hr
VAJ462 Vented 50mm discharge pipe 12 hr
VAJ463 Operation single duct air conditioning systems 24 hr
VAJ464 Mechanical services equipment 28 hr
VAJ465 Flashing roofs to walls 14 hr
VAJ500 Installing roof cover on roof intersections 20 hr
VAJ501 Size and design industrial roof drainage components 30 hr
VAJ502 Water closet 13 hr
VAJ503 Non-storage hot water system 8 hr
VAJ522 Urinal 20 hr
VAJ523 Shower 12 hr
VAJ524 Operation of central heating systems 24 hr
VAJ558 Principles of solar heating for domestic hot water systems 8 hr
VAJ559 Space heater 12 hr
VAJ560 Water service 12 hr
VAJ582 Principles of installation of a low pressure hot water storage tank in a ceiling space 12 hr

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