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SSCPC0015

Commission and Maintain Backflow Prevention Devices Skill Set

Accredited Skill Set

Expand your plumbing knowledge today! Install, test and maintain backflow prevention devices. 

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NEXT INTAKE On campus: Acacia Ridge Start date: 27 Mar 2023 Duration: 3 days
STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Sunshine Coast Far North Queensland North Queensland
WAYS TO STUDY On campus
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
CSQ funded
$120
Full Fee
$675

Course overview

Upon successful completion of CPC32420 - Certificate III in Plumbing, complete this unit to obtain the skills and knowledge to test, commission and maintain backflow prevention devices. 

This course will enable eligibility for endorsement on your licence and revalidation is required every 5 years.

Course outcome:

Statement of Attainment

Industry experienced teachers

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

Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Funding

TAFE Queensland is a proud recipient of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding and is a registered provider in the CSQ Short Course program - this unit is subsidised under this program. It is important to note only eligible participants may receive funding for eligible courses. Learn more about eligibility criteria.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete the unit listed below.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCPWT4022
    Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCPWT4022
    Unit description :
    This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to test, commission and maintain backflow prevention devices in water services.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCPCM2043 , CPCPWT3027
  • UNIT NAME
  • Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices
Ways to study
CAMPUS START DATES DURATION WORKLOAD STUDY MODE WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Acacia Ridge
27 Mar 2023
3 days
Full time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Classroom
  • CSQ funded: $120
  • Full fee: $675
Acacia Ridge
08 May 2023
3 days
Full time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Classroom
  • CSQ funded: $120
  • Full fee: $675
Acacia Ridge
05 Jun 2023
3 days
Full time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Classroom
  • CSQ funded: $120
  • Full fee: $675
Acacia Ridge
10 Jul 2023
3 days
Full time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Classroom
  • CSQ funded: $120
  • Full fee: $675
Acacia Ridge
07 Aug 2023
3 days
Full time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Classroom
  • CSQ funded: $120
  • Full fee: $675
Acacia Ridge
18 Sep 2023
3 days
Full time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Classroom
  • CSQ funded: $120
  • Full fee: $675
Acacia Ridge
23 Oct 2023
3 days
Full time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Classroom
  • CSQ funded: $120
  • Full fee: $675
CAMPUS START DATES DURATION WORKLOAD STUDY MODE WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Nambour
07 Aug 2023
3 days
Full time
Mixed mode
  • CSQ funded: $120
CAMPUS START DATES DURATION WORKLOAD STUDY MODE WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Cairns
Anytime
up to 3 months
Part time 2 nights per week
Tuesday, Wednesday
Mixed mode
  • CSQ funded: $120
  • Full fee: $675
CAMPUS START DATES DURATION WORKLOAD STUDY MODE WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Townsville (Trade Training Centre Bohle)
Anytime
up to 3 months
Part time 2 nights per week
Tuesday, Thursday
Mixed mode
  • CSQ funded: $120
  • Full fee: $675

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Commission and Maintain Backflow Prevention Devices Skill Set (SSCPC0015)

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Commission and Maintain Backflow Prevention Devices Skill Set

COURSE CODE: SSCPC0015
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

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Selection criteria

You must hold:

  • A current QBCC Plumbers and Drainers Trade Contractors licence; and
  • evidence of successful completion of the following prerequisite units of competency:
    • CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements
    • CPCPWT3027 Install backflow prevention devices
Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes. This includes:

  • safety glasses
  • protective footwear with covered uppers
  • steel capped toes and non-slip soles to AS2210
  • leather gloves to AS2161
  • hair protection
  • 100% cotton drill industry-standard clothing

If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.

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.