Program Overview

Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services

Course Overview

Take your plumbing career to the next level with this mid-level technical course. Develop the advanced skills and knowledge required for a range of specialisations and/or industry licences.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, plumbing is a skill in demand and is expected to grow strongly over the next five years.

Adding a specialisation or industry licence to your existing qualifications will help you enhance your job prospects and boost your earning potential.

Successful completion of this course in Hydraulic Services Design will equip you with the skills to design plumbing systems and may qualify as entry requirement for those wishing to progress to CPC50620 Diploma of Hydraulic Services Design.

Course Outcome

CPC40920 - Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services (Hydraulic Services Design)

Flexibility

TAFE Queensland understands the flexibility needed to fit your training in with your work arrangements. We deliver training in the workplace, online and in the classroom. With this range of options, we will ensure your training plan suits you and your employer.

Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Funding

TAFE Queensland is a proud provider of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding. Several Units of Competency from this course are subsidised under CSQ’s Short Courses Program. Funding for eligible participants is available in select regional areas only and is limited and not guaranteed.

What You Will Study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 5 elective units from the list below.

Core Units

• UNIT CODE: BSBESB402
  • UNIT NAME: Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
  • Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and comply with legal and risk management requirements of the business or new business venture, including negotiating, creating and planning for legal contracts used within the business, where required.
• UNIT CODE: CPCCBC4012
  • UNIT NAME: Read and interpret plans and specifications
  • Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to read and interpret plans and specifications applicable to residential and commercial projects.
• UNIT CODE: CPCPCM4011
  • UNIT NAME: Carry out work-based risk control processes
  • Unit description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to carry out work-based risk control processes.
• UNIT CODE: CPCPCM4012
  • UNIT NAME: Estimate and cost work
  • Unit description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to estimate materials, labour and time requirements and to establish costs for provision of quotations to provide services to a Class 1 building.
• UNIT CODE: CPCPCM4015
  • UNIT NAME: Access and interpret regulatory requirements for the plumbing and services industry
  • Unit description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to identify and apply the plumbing regulatory requirements to design and planned work activities for the plumbing and services industry, including the National Construction Code (NCC).
• UNIT CODE: CPCPDR4011
  • UNIT NAME: Design and size sanitary drainage systems
  • Unit description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to design, size and document the layout of sanitary drainage systems for residential and commercial unit developments.
• UNIT CODE: CPCPDR4012
  • UNIT NAME: Design and size stormwater drainage systems
  • Unit description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to design, size and document the layout of surface and sub-soil stormwater drainage systems up to legal points of discharge to a residential dwelling (Class 1a), a commercial Class 6 building, and a unit complex comprising at least eight (Class 1a) dwellings.
• UNIT CODE: CPCPGS4011
  • UNIT NAME: Design and size consumer gas installations
  • Unit description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to design and size consumer gas installation and includes consumer piping, flueing and ventilation.
• UNIT CODE: CPCPSN4011
  • UNIT NAME: Design and size sanitary plumbing systems
  • Unit description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to design, size and document the layout of sanitary plumbing systems for multi-floor residential buildings and commercial buildings.
• UNIT CODE: CPCPWT4011
  • UNIT NAME: Design and size heated and cold-water services and systems
  • Unit description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to design, size and document the layout of heated, tempered and cold-water services, flushing systems, and hydrant and hose reel systems for residential and commercial multi-floor buildings.

Elective Units

• UNIT CODE: CPCPCM4013
  • UNIT NAME: Produce 2-D architectural drawings using design software
  • Unit description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to produce two-dimensional (2-D) architectural drawings using computer-aided design (CAD) software. It includes preparing drawings from project briefs, sketches, drawings and plans for residential and commercial projects.
• UNIT CODE: CPCPDR4013
  • UNIT NAME: Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems
  • Unit description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to design, size and document the layout of domestic treatment plant disposal systems for a residential design that comprises a dwelling (Class 1a).
• UNIT CODE: CPCPPS5015
  • UNIT NAME: Inspect plumbing and drainage systems
  • Unit description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to conduct inspections of hydraulic systems for a range of residential, commercial and industrial buildings to ensure compliance with Australian and New Zealand Standards and local authority and operational performance requirements.
• UNIT CODE: CPCPPS5024
  • UNIT NAME: Conduct a water audit and identify water-saving initiatives
  • Unit description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to conduct water audits in residential buildings with a minimum of 50 units; commercial buildings with a minimum of 20 floors, including a commercial laundry for hospital or nursing home.
• UNIT CODE: CPCPRF4011
  • UNIT NAME: Design and size roof drainage systems
  • Unit description: This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to design, size and document the layout of roof drainage systems for Class 1 and 6 buildings as defined in the National Construction Code (NCC).

Ways to Study

• On campus
• Online

Study Locations

• Greater Brisbane

Next Intake

• Starts anytime
• Duration: up to 2 years

What You'll Pay

• Concession: $2,745
• Subsidised: $4,215
• Full fee: $11,055

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Resources Required

Students will be required to attend class with an electronic device (laptop or tablet) to complete the online learning components.

Assessment Methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning.

University Pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.