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SSCPC0030

Restricted Water Plumber Skill Set

Accredited Short Course

Expand your plumbing knowledge today. Learn to install and commission water heating systems and adjust controls and devices.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane
WAYS TO STUDY On campus
NEXT INTAKE Starts anytime View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Full Fee
$780

Course overview

Complete this post-trade skill set to expand your knowledge in the plumbing industry. Learn to install and commission water heating systems and adjust controls and devices.

Successful completion of this skill set will allow you to apply to Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) for a restricted water plumber licence in QLD (gas/electrical plumber) to disconnect and reconnect hot water heaters.

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.

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
  • CPCPCM2043
    Carry out WHS requirements
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCPCM2043
    Unit description :
    This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to carry out work health and safety (WHS) requirements in a plumbing and services work environment.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Carry out WHS requirements

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCPWT3022
    Install and commission water heating systems and adjust controls and devices
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCPWT3022
    Unit description :
    This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to install and commission water heaters and install and adjust controls and mixing devices used to manually control water mix and flow.

    Pre-requisite unit :
    CPCPCM2043
  • UNIT NAME
  • Install and commission water heating systems and adjust controls and devices
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

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CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Acacia Ridge
On Campus
Anytime
Recognition of Prior Learning only
  • Full fee: $780
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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.

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.

Recognition of Prior Learning only

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

WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $780
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.

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Restricted Water Plumber Skill Set (SSCPC0030)

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Restricted Water Plumber Skill Set

COURSE CODE: SSCPC0030
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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Entry requirements

Selection criteria
  • If you are seeking to apply for a licenced outcome with QBCC upon successful completion of this course. You must hold:
    • a current electrical or gas licence – See Important Information section for additional details OR
  • There are no selection criteria requirements, if you are seeking to complete this course to meet the entry requirements for SSCPC0016 Commission and maintain Temperature Control Devices Skill Set

Resources required

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

  • safety glasses
  • protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210
  • You should also wear 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.

Important information

There are two potential license outcomes for this course:

  1. Water plumber—gas; for licensed gasfitters who want to apply to QBCC for the license to connect and disconnect the water plumbing associated with replacing a gas hot water heater.
    To be eligible, you must already hold a current gas work licence (Petroleum and Gas—Production and Safety—Act 2004)
     
  2. Water plumber—electrical; for licensed electricians who want to apply to QBCC for the license to connect and disconnect the water plumbing associated with replacing an electric resistance hot water heater.
    To be eligible you must already hold a current electrical mechanic licence (Electrical Safety Act 2002) or a current electrical fitter licence (Electrical Safety Act 2002).

Successful completion of this skill set also meets the entry requirements into the SSCPC0016 Commission and Maintain Temperature Control Devices Skill Set.
For more information see SSCPC0016 Commission and Maintain Temperature Control Devices Skill Set.

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.