CPC32420 - Certificate III in
Plumbing

• Develop trade-level skills in plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair for residential and commercial projects.
Duration
4 Years
Language
English
Units
26
Certificate
Yes
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CPC32420 - Certificate III in Plumbing

Modification history
Release
Comments
Release 5
Updated reference to general construction induction training program.
Release 4
This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 6.5.
Release 3
This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 6.4.
Release 2
This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.1.
Release 1
This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.0.
Qualification description

This qualification provides a trade outcome in plumbing that covers residential, commercial and industrial applications. The training covers installation and maintenance of water supply, sewerage and stormwater systems, domestic plumbing services and above ground sanitary plumbing.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.

Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Packaging rules

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:

  • 26 units of competency:
    • 21 core units plus
    • 5 elective units
Core Units
Unit Code
Unit Title
CPCCOM1012
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1013
Plan and organise work
CPCCOM1014
Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015
Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM2001
Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCPCM2043
Carry out WHS requirements
CPCPCM2044
Handle and store materials and equipment
CPCPCM2045
Use plumbing hand and power tools
CPCPCM2046
Cut, join, bend and lay pipes
CPCPCM2047
Carry out excavation and backfill
CPCPCM2048
Install drainage systems below ground
CPCPCM2049
Install water supply systems
CPCPCM2050
Install sanitary plumbing systems
CPCPCM2051
Install hot and cold water services
CPCPCM2052
Install hot water systems
CPCPCM2053
Install gas supply systems
CPCPCM2054
Install gas appliances
CPCPCM2055
Test and commission plumbing systems
CPCPCM2056
Service and maintain plumbing systems
CPCPCM2057
Locate and clear blockages
CPCCWHS1001
Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
Elective Units
Unit Code
Unit Title
BSBSUS211
Participate in sustainable work practices
CPCCBC4010
Apply structural principles to residential low rise constructions
CPCCCM3001
Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
CPCCOM3006
Carry out levelling
CPCPCM3058
Install below ground drainage systems
CPCPCM3059
Install roofing and wall cladding drainage systems
CPCPCM3060
Install irrigation systems
CPCPCM3061
Install and maintain heated water systems
CPCPCM3062
Install and maintain swimming pool and spa filtration systems
CPCPCM3063
Install backflow prevention devices
CPCPCM3064
Install fire services
CPCPCM3065
Install mechanical services
CPCPCM3066
Install mechanical ventilation systems
CPCPCM3067
Install and maintain medical gas systems
CPCPCM3068
Install alternative sanitary plumbing systems
RIIWHS204
Work safely at heights
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