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CPC40920

Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services

Plumbing Licences

Progress your plumbing career with this mid-level technical course covering a range of specialisations and/or industry licences.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Sunshine Coast Darling Downs and South West Far North Queensland North Queensland
WAYS TO STUDY On campus Online
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 22 Jan 2024 Duration: 1 year View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Concession
$1,980
Subsidised
$3,345
Full Fee
$9,645
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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 with around 29,000 job openings anticipated 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. 

If you choose to complete the full qualification, depending on location, you have the option to specialise in:

  • Hydraulics Services Design
  • Plumbing Operations

Alternatively licencing endorsements can be achieved by completion of selected units, in areas including:

  • Commissioning and Maintaining Backflow Prevention Devices
  • Thermostatic Mixing Valves

You also have the option to complete selected units only to be eligible to apply for a range of industry licences including:

  • Drainer licence (Occupational)
  • Full Gas Work licence
  • Plumbing licence (Occupational)
  • Contractor's licence (Plumbing and Drainage)
  • Contracting Gas licence

Course outcome:

CPC40920 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services

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.

Industry experienced teachers

Our teachers are qualified tradespeople who have strong industry relationships and are experts at passing their knowledge on to you.

What you will study

Plumbing and Services – Operations Stream or Hydraulic Services Design Stream 

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:

15 units of competency:

  • 10 core units
  • 5 elective units

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBESB402
    Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBESB402
    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 NAME
  • Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCCBC4012
    Read and interpret plans and specifications
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCCBC4012
    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 NAME
  • Read and interpret plans and specifications

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCPCM4011
    Carry out work-based risk control processes
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCPCM4011
    Unit description :
    This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to carry out work-based risk control processes.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Carry out work-based risk control processes

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCPCM4012
    Estimate and cost work
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCPCM4012
    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 NAME
  • Estimate and cost work

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCPCM4015
    Access and interpret regulatory requirements for the plumbing and services industry
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCPCM4015
    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 NAME
  • Access and interpret regulatory requirements for the plumbing and services industry

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCPDR4011
    Design and size sanitary drainage systems
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCPDR4011
    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 NAME
  • Design and size sanitary drainage systems

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCPDR4012
    Design and size stormwater drainage systems
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCPDR4012
    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 NAME
  • Design and size stormwater drainage systems

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCPGS4011
    Design and size consumer gas installations
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCPGS4011
    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 NAME
  • Design and size consumer gas installations

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCPSN4011
    Design and size sanitary plumbing systems
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCPSN4011
    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 NAME
  • Design and size sanitary plumbing systems

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCPWT4011
    Design and size heated and cold-water services and systems
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCPWT4011
    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.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Design and size heated and cold-water services and systems

Ways to study
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
  • You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
  • You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
  • You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
  • You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATES DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Acacia Ridge
On Campus
Anytime
up to 2 years
Plumbing Operations. Part time 2 nights per week
Monday, Wednesday
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
demo

Acacia Ridge

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 2 years

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Plumbing Operations. Part time 2 nights per week
Monday, Wednesday

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

Acacia Ridge
On Campus
Anytime
up to 1 year
Hydraulics Services Design. up to 5 days per week
  • Full fee: $9,645
demo

Acacia Ridge

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 year

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Hydraulics Services Design. up to 5 days per week

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

Acacia Ridge
On Campus
Anytime
up to 2 years
Plumbing Operations. Part time 2 nights per week
Tuesday, Thursday
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
demo

Acacia Ridge

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 2 years

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Plumbing Operations. Part time 2 nights per week
Tuesday, Thursday

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

Acacia Ridge
On Campus
Anytime
up to 1 year
Plumbing Operations. up to 5 days per week
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
demo

Acacia Ridge

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 year

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Plumbing Operations. up to 5 days per week

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

Acacia Ridge
On Campus
Anytime
up to 2 years
Hydraulics Services Design. Part time 2 nights per week
Monday, Wednesday
  • Full fee: $9,645
demo

Acacia Ridge

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 2 years

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Hydraulics Services Design. Part time 2 nights per week
Monday, Wednesday

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

Acacia Ridge
On Campus
Anytime
up to 2 years
Hydraulics Services Design. Part time 2 nights per week
Tuesday, Thursday
  • Full fee: $9,645
demo

Acacia Ridge

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 2 years

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Hydraulics Services Design. Part time 2 nights per week
Tuesday, Thursday

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

Acacia Ridge
On Campus
Anytime
up to 2 years
Plumbing Operations. Part time 2 nights per week
Monday, Wednesday
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
demo

Acacia Ridge

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 2 years

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Plumbing Operations. Part time 2 nights per week
Monday, Wednesday

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATES DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Nambour
On campus with some online
22 Jan 2024
1 year
37 days on Campus delivery and 8 nights online via Zoom (4 pm - 8 pm)
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
demo

Nambour

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

22 Jan 2024

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

1 year

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

37 days on Campus delivery and 8 nights online via Zoom (4 pm - 8 pm)

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

Yes

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

Nambour
On campus with some online
29 Jan 2024
1 year
37 days on Campus delivery and 8 nights online via Zoom (4 pm - 8 pm)
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
demo

Nambour

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

29 Jan 2024

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

1 year

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

37 days on Campus delivery and 8 nights online via Zoom (4 pm - 8 pm)

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

Yes

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATES DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Toowoomba
On campus with some online
Anytime
up to 1.5 years
Part time 2 nights per week
Monday, Wednesday
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
demo

Toowoomba

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1.5 years

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 2 nights per week
Monday, Wednesday

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATES DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Cairns
On campus with some online
Anytime
up to 18 months
Part time 12 weeks per unit
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
demo

Cairns

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 18 months

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 12 weeks per unit

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATES DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle
On campus with some online
Anytime
up to 18 months
Part time 12 weeks per unit
Tuesday
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
demo

Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 18 months

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 12 weeks per unit
Tuesday

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Your course is primarily online and you may interact with your teachers and other students using Zoom. You will also need to come in to campus to complete some practical learning and assessment. Learn more

  • All of your study will be done online and you can work through your studies at your own pace. You can access your learning materials 24/7 through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
STUDY MODE START DATES DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online self-directed
Anytime
up to 1 year
Hydraulics Services Design. Minimum of 9 hours per week
  • Full fee: $9,645
demo

Online self-directed

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    100%
  • On Campus Time
    0%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 year

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Hydraulics Services Design. Minimum of 9 hours per week

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Self-paced

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Zoom

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

Online with on campus practical training (Acacia Ridge)
Anytime
up to 1 year
Plumbing Operations. Minimum of 9 hours per week
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
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Online with on campus practical training (Acacia Ridge)

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    80%
  • On Campus Time
    20%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 1 year

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Plumbing Operations. Minimum of 9 hours per week

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Concession: $1,980
  • Subsidised: $3,345
  • Full fee: $9,645
Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Self-paced

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face

    The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

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Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services (CPC40920)
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Important Information

Read this before applying

Entry requirements

It is a mandatory requirement of the national Training Package that students have completed a relevant trade qualification or equivalent (Certificate III in Plumbing). 

Selection criteria

It is highly recommended that students also hold:   

  • a current Provisional Plumbers Licence; 
  • a current Provisional Drainers Licence; or 
  • a current Interim Gas Work Licence 
Resources required

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

Please ensure your device is up-to-date with software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader.  Please see the relevant documents section for any relevant uniform and resource kit lists required for this course.

eBook: Selection & Sizing of Copper Tubes for Water Piping Systems (eBook) – The Institute of Plumbing Australia Inc.

Need to know

To be eligible for the Higher Level Skills subsidised price, you must:

  • hold a plumbing trade (Certificate III) qualification (evidence must be supplied prior to enrolment).
  • be aged 15 years or over, and no longer at school
  • permanently reside in Queensland
  • be an Australian citizen, permanent resident (includes humanitarian entrant), temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen
  • not hold or be currently enrolled in a Certificate IV or higher-level qualification (does not include qualifications completed at school or foundation skills training).

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. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

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.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to Apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course Disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

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.

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