Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship)

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National code: 22304VIC Certificate (TAFE) Croydon Send me a link to this course

The Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) could be a vital first step to working as a plumber, either in industry or perhaps running your own business. This is a comprehensive course based on hands-on experiences involving both theory and practical skills. It aims to help you to develop a basic insight into working within a licensed trade area and the associated responsibilities, equipping students with the skills and knowledge an employer looks for when hiring an apprentice.

At Swinburne, you’re able to gain confidence by familiarising yourself with equipment, materials, practices and expectations, preparing you for the workforce or allowing you to improve on existing skills.

Government funding support is available for this course. Your completed pre-apprenticeship will also provide credit towards your formal studies if you go on to an apprenticeship.

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Duration

10 weeks full-time

Intakes

Croydon (February, September) - View application and start dates

Study mode

Full-time

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

The Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) aims to provide students with training similar to that of a first-year plumbing apprentice. The objective is to develop work skills for the plumbing trades, including problem identification and problem solving. You’ll be studying in a supportive small group environment, in our $10m green trades training centre, using the latest industry-standard equipment and with skillful and experienced practitioners as your teachers.

Plumbers (and their apprentices) work in domestic, commercial and industrial settings. Employers look for apprentices and trainees who are work-ready, adaptable and efficient (as well as dependable and customer-friendly). Training elements and the advice you get throughout the course will emphasise the importance of understanding what your clients want, how to work with an employer and contribute to a safe and efficient workplace.

This pre-apprenticeship qualification is about giving you exposure to the work, equipment and expectations you might face. This includes; technical drawing, measurements and calculations; plumbing and power tools; welding; pipes, fitting and fixtures; work safety and occupational, health and safety (OH&S) practices. It can help identify your interest in a specific area of plumbing, such as water, sanitary, gas fitting, roofing or mechanical services.

Being a trained pre-apprentice should give you an advantage over non-trained applicants when applying for either apprentice or trainee positions.

Course structure

To obtain a Certificate II in Plumbing, students must complete 19 units of competency. These involve both theory and practical skills. Training and assessment is conducted in a simulated workplace environment.

Units of study

Write simple documents (BSBWRT301)
Work safely in the construction industry (CPCCOHS1001A)
Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry (CPCCOHS2001A)
Carry out measurements and calculations (CPCCCM1015A)

Read and interpret plans and specifications (CPCCCM2001A)
Carry out interactive workplace communication (CPCPCM2039A)

Produce technical drawings (CUVACD303A)
Provide basic emergency life support (HLTAID002)

Apply basic sheet metal practices (VU21789)

Cut and penetrate building materials and structures (VU21790)
Fabricate simple plumbing pipe systems (VU21791)

Identify career pathways in the plumbing industry (VU21792)
Perform basic oxy-acetylene welding and cutting (VU21793)
Prepare to work in plumbing industry (VU21794)

Use and apply basic levelling equipment for plumbing (VU21795)

Use basic electric welding equipment and techniques (VU21796)
Use basic plumbing hand tools (VU21797)

Use basic power tools (VU21798)
Use plumbing pipes, fittings and fixtures to simulate plumbing installations (VU21799)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.

Career opportunities

Possible employment as a licensed plumber, operating in different streams and sectors of the plumbing industry.

Aims and objectives

This course provides students with the basic knowledge and skills to seek an apprenticeship in plumbing.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Free TAFE! You could have your tuition fees for this course covered in 2020 thanks to the Victorian Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative. Find out about your eligibility for Free TAFE.

Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) Estimated course fees for 2020*
You will need to pay this amount	Fully covered	$680	$6,010

Estimated course fees for 2020*

For students who are granted a Free TAFE place

For students who are granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

For students who are not granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

You will need to pay this amount

Fully covered

$680

$6,010

Skills First
If you’re deemed eligible, you could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

This course is delivered with state government funding.

Alternative study methods

2020 rate*	Estimated total cost of the course	Estimated cost of the course per year (for full-time students)
Concession	$136	$136

Indicative nominal course hours: 488.

Please note: Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2020 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted for this course, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.

Concession rates on tuition fees

Concessions provide eligible students with a discount on Swinburne’s standard tuition fees for a range of vocational education (TAFE) qualifications. You may be eligible for a concession rate on tuition fees if you:

are eligible for a government-subsidised training place in a Certificate I–IV; OR
identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and are eligible for a government-subsidised training place in a TAFE certificate, diploma or advanced diploma.

Find out more about fees.

Entry requirements

Entry into this program is based on an applicant’s study and/or relevant work history. Some additional criteria may also apply.

Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work experience are welcome to apply.

How to apply

Find out more about how to apply.

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Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

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