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Course in Plumbing – Drainage (VIC ONLY) CPC40912

Study Method
In-class
Locations
Geelong, Melbourne (Hoppers Crossing)
Institution
The Gordon Institute of TAFE
Recognition
Nationally Recognised Training
Start Date
Feb
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  • This course is part of the Victorian Government’s Free TAFE initiative. Enquire now to see if you are eligible

Course overview

This course is only available to study at the Geelong and Hoppers Crossing campus

Are you a plumber looking to apply for one or more specialist plumbing licences?

In order to apply for a VBA licence, you must successfully complete three common units and a specialist or stream unit/s in a particular area (including an external VBA exam for each unit).

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Campus locations

  • 191 Boundary Rd, Whittington VIC 3219, Australia
  • 195-199 Old Geelong Rd, Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029, Australia

Job outcomes

  • Licensed plumber – drainage
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What you'll learn

This course covers the drainage stream, which incorporates the following accredited units from CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services:

  • CPCCBC4012B Read and interpret plans and specifications
  • CPCPDR4011B Design and size sanitary drainage systems
  • CPCPDR4012B Design and size stormwater drainage systems
  • CPCPDR4013B Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems

All units in this stream need to be successfully completed to be eligible to hold this particular licence with the VBA.

Recognition

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

Study method

  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Locations

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  • Victoria
    • Geelong
    • Melbourne
      • Hoppers Crossing

Delivery

Changes to delivery due to COVID-19

The Gordon is utilising Gordon Online, our digital learning management system to ensure students continue to learn and reach their study goals during isolation. Classes are being delivered live (in real-time) using audio-visual delivery methods. Where on-campus attendance is required to complete practical learning and assessments, student numbers are being managed to ensure social distancing can be observed.

Entry requirements

In order to complete the VBA requirements and sit the licensing exam, you must hold either a Certificate III in Plumbing (trade certificate) or a degree in Engineering. If you are unsure of your suitability, please contact Customer Service who will put you in touch with the course coordinator.

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Recognition of prior learning

Each qualification is made up of units of study. To gain RPL, you will need to demonstrate that you have the required skills and knowledge to meet the competencies of the unit.

Assessment

Assessment for this course is based on:

  • Written assignments
  • Exam

Additional information

This course is only available to study at the Geelong and Hoppers Crossing campus

Delivery

Intakes are in March and you have the option of attending classes at our East Geelong Campus or at the Werribee Learning Centre.

You can expect one night of on-campus attendance each week for 35 weeks (currently Wednesday evenings).  The course is broken down into three sections:
• Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems: 8 x 3-hour sessions (including the external exam)
• Design and size stormwater drainage systems: 14 x 3-hour sessions (including external exam)
• Design and size sanitary drainage systems, and read and interpret plans and specifications: 13 x 3-hour sessions (including external exam)

Subjects

Core Modules
CPCPDR4013B
Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems
CPCPDR4011B
Design and size sanitary drainage systems
CPCPDR4012B
Design and size stormwater drainage systems
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Payment options

Course fees are made up of three components; tuition, student amenities and materials fees. Due to the different level of Government subsidy available to students as published below, there are three possible fee levels for tuition fees; concession, standard and full fee. All levels of tuition available for this course are listed in the table below. Only one will be applicable to you.

  • Concession – AUD $86
  • Standard Tuition– AUD $336
  • Full Fee Tuition – AUD $1500
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About The Gordon Institute of TAFE

The Gordon Institute of TAFE is one of the largest regional TAFEs in Victoria and has been helping people gain real skills for real jobs for over 125 years. We pride ourselves on delivering a great range of TAFE courses from short courses to nationally accredited training across apprenticeships, traineeships, certificates, diplomas, and advanced diplomas, which can lead you to a great career or create pathways to university.

Our training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. | Authorised by the Victorian Government, Melbourne.

Job outcomes

  • Licensed plumber – drainage
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Recognition

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

Study method

  • In-class
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Blended
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • Online
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Virtual
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online

Locations

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  • Victoria
    • Geelong
    • Melbourne
      • Hoppers Crossing

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