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SSCPC0035

Plumbing and Drainage Contractor Licence Skill Set

Skill Set

Expand your plumbing knowledge today! Discover how to advance your career and become a Contractor, Supervisor, Plumbing Inspector, or Hydraulic Consultant.

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WAYS TO STUDY Online
NEXT INTAKE Starts anytime View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
CSQ funded

If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

$500
Full Fee

This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

$6,080

Course overview

This post-trade program is designed for licensed plumbers aiming to advance into leadership and specialist roles such as Contractor, Supervisor, Team Leader, Plumbing Inspector, or Hydraulic Consultant. It builds advanced expertise in designing and sizing sanitary, stormwater, and water supply systems, while strengthening capabilities in estimating, risk management, and business compliance. The course also supports progression toward contractor licensing and aligns with regulatory requirements across Queensland.

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 all units from the list below.

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

  • UNIT CODE
  • CPCPDR4013
    Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems
    UNIT CODE :
    CPCPDR4013
    Unit description :
    This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to design, size and document the layout of domestic treatment plant disposal systems for a residential design that comprises a dwelling (Class 1a).
  • UNIT NAME
  • Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal 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
Ways to study
  • 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

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STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online self-directed
Anytime

Anytime courses commence shortly after enrolment or on the next available intake. Your exact start date will be confirmed on enrolment.

25 weeks
Part time approx 8 hours study per week
  • CSQ funded: $500

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

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

Anytime courses commence shortly after enrolment or on the next available intake. Your exact start date will be confirmed on enrolment.

DURATION

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

25 weeks
Workload

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

Part time approx 8 hours study per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • CSQ funded: $500

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

Class format

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

Self-paced
VIRTUAL CLASS

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

No
ASSESSMENT

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

Online
TEACHER COMMS

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

  • Phone, Email, Zoom
Online self-directed
Anytime

Anytime courses commence shortly after enrolment or on the next available intake. Your exact start date will be confirmed on enrolment.

25 weeks
Part time approx 8 hours study per week
  • Full fee: $6,080

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

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

Anytime courses commence shortly after enrolment or on the next available intake. Your exact start date will be confirmed on enrolment.

DURATION

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

25 weeks
Workload

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

Part time approx 8 hours study per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $6,080

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

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

Self-paced
VIRTUAL CLASS

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

No
ASSESSMENT

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

Online
TEACHER COMMS

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

  • Phone, Email, Zoom

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Plumbing and Drainage Contractor Licence Skill Set (SSCPC0035)

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Plumbing and Drainage Contractor Licence Skill Set

COURSE CODE: SSCPC0035
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
You must hold and provide evidence of:
  • current Provisional OR Occupational Plumbing Licence; and
  • current Drainers Licence OR a current Provisional Plumbers Licence

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations. TAFE Queensland students have access to Microsoft 365 apps & services. For more information: TQ Student Access to Microsoft 365.

Important information

Licensing information
Completion of this skill set may contribute to licensing requirements in some jurisdictions. For Queensland-specific licensing details, visit the Plumbing and drainage | Queensland Building and Construction Commission or refer to the Technical qualifications for licensing: QBCC licence requirements (Part 18 – Plumbing and drainage licence) 

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, available subsidies, 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.