Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services
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Duration
Up to 2 years
Intakes
Croydon (February, April, June, September, October) - View application and start dates
Study mode
- Part-time (evening)
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
Students show their skills
The Plumbing WorldSkills Competition offers students an incredible opportunity to show off their skills and network with industry.
In 2018, the competition was proudly hosted by Swinburne, and students from various TAFEs gathered to compete for prizes and accolades.
Study this course for free in 2020
You could have your tuition fees covered in 2020 thanks to the Victorian Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative.
You may be eligible if you are under 20 years old, or enrolling in a course at a higher level than you have completed before.
If you don't tick either of these boxes, you could still have a chance! There are other factors, too.
The best way to find out if you’re eligible is to apply.
From Swinburne to New Mexico
TAPPING INTO SKILLS ABROAD
“I’m still trying to figure out why me!” says Amy Kosterman, Swinburne plumbing graduate.
She’s talking about the moment she was offered a once-in-a-lifetime trip to New Mexico with the Navajo Water Project by one of her Swinburne teachers. Amy excitedly accepted and soon joined a team in the US bringing water and sanitation to families in need.
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
Course structure
Units of study
Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business (BSBSMB401A)
Read and interpret plans and specifications (CPCCBC4012B)
Carry out work-based risk control processes (CPCPCM4011A)
Estimate and cost work (CPCPCM4012A)
Design and size sanitary drainage systems (CPCPDR4011B)
Design and size stormwater drainage systems (CPCPDR4012B)
Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems (CPCPDR4013B)
Design and size consumer gas installations (CPCPGS4011C)
Design and size roof drainage systems (CPCPRF4011B)
Design and size heated and cold water services and systems (CPCPWT4011B)
Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices (CPCPWT4022A)
Commission and maintain hot and heated water temperature control devices (CPCPWT4023A)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities and professional recognition.
Career opportunities
Professional recognition
Pathways and scholarships
- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
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 IV in Plumbing and ServicesEstimated course fees for 2020* |
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|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | $1,740 | $7,370 |
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 | $348 | $348 |
Indicative nominal course hours: 654.
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.
Entry requirements
Applicants must be either currently enrolled or have completed the Certificate III in Plumbing Apprenticeship and/or hold a Victorian Building Authority (VBA) Plumbing registration.
How to apply
Find out more
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE
Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059