Complete this course with TAFE Queensland to become a qualified gas fitter and gain your interim gas work licence. This is an essential qualification for those wanting to progress to their full gas work licence.
CPC32713 Certificate III in Gas Fitting
Full fee | $6,240 - $6,635 |
Progress your career by gaining your interim gas work licence through this course. By completing this qualification as part of your apprenticeship, you can become a qualified gas fitter.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, plumbers (including gasfitters) are a skill in demand with employers finding it hard to fill vacancies. The industry grew strongly over the past five years and is expected to continue to expand with around 29,000 job openings anticipated over the next five years.
In this course you will develop practical skills in gas detection and LP storage and gas installations. With a strong focus on ensuring safe operating conditions, you’ll learn how to size, install, test and purge gas pipe work; install, test and commission gas appliances; and size, install and test flue system components. You will develop skills in record-keeping and attending to notices in accordance with relevant acts, standards and regulations. Our industry-expert teachers will work with you to ensure you are working to the high standards expected in the industry.
On graduating you will be eligible to apply for a Queensland Provisional Gas Fitting Licence. You will be able to work under the general supervision of a fully licenced gas fitter and undertake further study to earn your full licence.
Once qualified as an interim licenced gas installer in Queensland, you can complete a full gas work licence course with TAFE Queensland to apply to become a fully-licensed gas installer. TAFE Queensland offers many other courses leading to licences relevant to the plumbing and gas industry to help you progress your career even further.
TAFE Queensland is respected as a leading expert in the gas and plumbing industry. We remain on top of industry trends and requirements, and regularly host workshops and events where we showcase current best practice and discuss industry-relevant issues. Our industry connections and knowledge mean your TAFE Queensland qualification will be highly regarded by employers.
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 6 elective units from the list below.
UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
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CPCPCM2039ACarry out interactive workplace communicationUnit code: CPCPCM2039A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to communicate effectively through oral, visual and written means of communication in order to facilitate work practices that are safe, meet specifications and provide quality outcomes. |
Carry out interactive workplace communication | |
CPCPCM2040ARead plans and calculate plumbing quantitiesUnit code: CPCPCM2040A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to use and interpret plans and specifications associated with construction work, and accurately complete measurements and calculations to establish quantities of materials for the plumbing and services industry. The unit requires the interpretation of plans, drawings and specifications to interpret requirements, and making measurements and calculations to determine quantities of plumbing materials. |
Read plans and calculate plumbing quantities | |
CPCPCM2041AWork effectively in the plumbing and services sectorUnit code: CPCPCM2041A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare for and sustain effective work within the plumbing and services sector of the building and construction industry. It requires the ability to accept instructions, work with others, plan activities and perform tasks, as well as participate in workplace planning and meetings. Outcomes include effective participation in a plumbing and services workplace to promote a harmonious and efficient work environment. The unit covers the identification and clarification of the sector work context and setting, acceptance of workplace responsibility by the individual, working in a team, individual career path improvement and participation in meetings. |
Work effectively in the plumbing and services sector | |
CPCPCM2043ACarry out WHS requirementsUnit code: CPCPCM2043A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out work health and safety (WHS) requirements through safe work practices in a plumbing and services work environment. The unit requires the performance of work in a safe manner through awareness of risks, work requirements and the planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for personal safety and the safety of others. It includes the initial response to workplace emergencies; the safe use of electricity; the identification of hazardous materials, including asbestos; and compliance with legislated work safety practices. |
Carry out WHS requirements | |
CPCPCM2045AHandle and store plumbing materialsUnit code: CPCPCM2045A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to safely handle and store plumbing materials and to identify and address environmental concerns and associated hazards, including the disposal of waste. It addresses work health and safety (WHS) and environmental requirements to minimise risk to the health and safety of personnel and to the environment. |
Handle and store plumbing materials | |
CPCPCM2046AUse plumbing hand and power toolsUnit code: CPCPCM2046A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to use commonly used hand and power tools in plumbing work applications. |
Use plumbing hand and power tools | |
CPCPCM2047ACarry out levellingUnit code: CPCPCM2047A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to plan and use levelling equipment to establish, record and apply those levels to the plumbing and services industry. |
Carry out levelling | |
CPCPCM2048ACut and join sheet metalUnit code: CPCPCM2048A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to cut and join sheet metal associated with the fabrication, installation and repair functions of the plumbing sector. |
Cut and join sheet metal | |
CPCPCM2050AMark out materialsUnit code: CPCPCM2050A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to mark out plumbing materials prior to fabricating piping, steel sections, ducting and sheet materials, roofing and cladding. |
Mark out materials | |
CPCPCM2052AWeld using oxy-acetylene equipmentUnit code: CPCPCM2052A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to weld/braze metals associated with the fabrication, installation and repair of plumbing components and systems, using oxy-acetylene equipment. |
Weld using oxy-acetylene equipment | |
CPCPCM2053AWeld using manual metal arc welding equipmentUnit code: CPCPCM2053A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to weld metals associated with the fabrication and installation of plumbing components, using manual metal arc welding equipment. |
Weld using manual metal arc welding equipment | |
CPCPCM2055AWork safely on roofsUnit code: CPCPCM2055A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to perform safe work practices when undertaking plumbing work on roofing structures. |
Work safely on roofs | |
CPCPCM3021AFlash penetrations through roofs and wallsUnit code: CPCPCM3021A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to set out, cut and flash a roof and wall penetration. |
Flash penetrations through roofs and walls | |
CPCPGS3046AInstall LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes and mobile workplacesUnit code: CPCPGS3046A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to determine the requirements for installing and commissioning liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) systems with an operating pressure not exceeding 2.75kPa in caravans, mobile homes and mobile workplaces. |
Install LPG systems in caravans, mobile homes and mobile workplaces | |
CPCPGS3047AInstall LPG systems in marine craftUnit code: CPCPGS3047A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to determine the requirements for, and install and commission, gas detection systems and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) systems with an operating pressure not exceeding 2.75kPa in marine craft. |
Install LPG systems in marine craft | |
CPCPGS3048AInstall gas pressure control equipmentUnit code: CPCPGS3048A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install and commission gas control and regulating equipment for consumer gas piping carrying natural gas (NG), liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), or tempered liquefied petroleum gas (TLPG) up to 200kPa. This unit requires the determination of the requirements for gas control and regulating equipment (for pressures up to 200kPa), and its installation, testing and commissioning according to standards. The design requirements of this unit are limited to the application of the design to layout and installation. |
Install gas pressure control equipment | |
CPCPGS3049AInstall Type A gas appliance fluesUnit code: CPCPGS3049A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install and test flues for Type A gas appliances. |
Install Type A gas appliance flues | |
CPCPGS3051APurge consumer pipingUnit code: CPCPGS3051A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to purge consumer gas piping systems. |
Purge consumer piping | |
CPCPGS3052AMaintain Type A gas appliancesUnit code: CPCPGS3052A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to perform basic maintenance on Type A gas appliances. |
Maintain Type A gas appliances | |
CPCPGS3053ADisconnect and reconnect Type A gas appliancesUnit code: CPCPGS3053A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to disconnect and reconnect services from Type A gas appliances operating on natural gas (NG), or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), or tempered liquefied petroleum gas (TLPG) up to 200kPa. The work is confined to disconnecting and reconnecting a like appliance. |
Disconnect and reconnect Type A gas appliances | |
CPCPGS3054ACalculate and install natural ventilation for Type A gas appliancesUnit code: CPCPGS3054A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to calculate and install natural ventilation for Type A gas appliances operating on natural gas (NG), liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or tempered liquefied petroleum gas (TLPG) not exceeding 200kPa. |
Calculate and install natural ventilation for Type A gas appliances | |
CPCPGS3056AInstall gas piping systemsUnit code: CPCPGS3056A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select, install and test gas consumer piping carrying natural gas (NG), liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), or tempered liquefied petroleum gas (TLPG) up to 200kPa. |
Install gas piping systems | |
CPCPGS3057ASize consumer gas piping systemsUnit code: CPCPGS3057A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to size consumer gas piping carrying natural gas (NG), liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or tempered liquefied petroleum gas (TLPG) not exceeding 200kPa. |
Size consumer gas piping systems | |
CPCPGS3059AInstall LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity up to 500 litresUnit code: CPCPGS3059A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select, locate, install and test liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) storage facilities with a storage capacity of up to 500 litres; install either single or multiple cylinders; and test associated piping systems. The storage is connected to consumer piping systems with operating pressures not exceeding 200kPa. |
Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity up to 500 litres | |
CPCPGS3061AInstall and commission Type A gas appliancesUnit code: CPCPGS3061A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install and commission Type A gas appliances approved for use with natural gas (NG) or liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) up to 200kPa. Type A gas appliances are badged appliances of less than 500 megajoules (MJ) for which an approval scheme exists. They include but are not limited to space heaters, ducted heating systems, heated water storage, instant heated water heaters, decorative heaters, and gas stoves and hot plates. |
Install and commission Type A gas appliances | |
HLTFA211AProvide basic emergency life supportUnit code: HLTFA211A Unit description: This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond to life threatening emergencies using basic life support measures only. |
Provide basic emergency life support |
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North and Far North Queensland / Greater Brisbane / Sunshine Coast | ||
CPCCCM2008BErect and dismantle restricted height scaffoldingUnit code: CPCCCM2008B Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding to provide work platforms for various occupational applications. It includes placement of safety barriers and only involves modular scaffolding restricted to a height of 4 metres. |
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | |
CPCCOHS2001AApply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industryUnit code: CPCCOHS2001A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out OHS requirements through safe work practices at any on or off-site construction workplace. It requires the performance of work in a safe manner through awareness of risks and work requirements, and the planning and performance of safe work practices with concern for personal safety and the safety of others. |
Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | |
CPCPCM3022AWeld polyethylene and polypropylene pipes using fusion methodUnit code: CPCPCM3022A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to fusion weld polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) (approved as per Australian standards) polymer pipes, and test joints in polymer pipe up to DN100 for water, sanitary and stormwater application only. |
Weld polyethylene and polypropylene pipes using fusion method | |
CPCPCM3023AFabricate and install non-ferrous pressure pipingUnit code: CPCPCM3023A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to determine installation requirements and to fabricate, install and test non-ferrous pressure pipe. |
Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping | |
CPCPGS3055AInstall gas sub-metersUnit code: CPCPGS3055A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install and test gas sub-meters for gas consumer piping systems. |
Install gas sub-meters | |
CPCPGS3060AInstall LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity exceeding 500 litres and less than 8KLUnit code: CPCPGS3060A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select, locate, install and test liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) storage facilities with a storage capacity of more than 500 litres but less than 8KL. The storage is connected to consumer piping systems with an operating pressure not exceeding 140kPa. |
Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity exceeding 500 litres and less than 8KL | |
Gold Coast | ||
CPCCCM2008AErect and dismantle restricted height scaffoldingUnit code: CPCCCM2008A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding to provide work platforms for various occupational applications. It includes placement of safety barriers and only involves modular scaffolding restricted to a height of 4 metres. |
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding | |
CPCPCM2049ACut using oxy-LPG-acetylene equipmentUnit code: CPCPCM2049A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to use oxy-LPG-acetylene equipment to carry out basic cutting of mild steel in support of plumbing applications and fabrication to meet job specifications. |
Cut using oxy-LPG-acetylene equipment | |
CPCPCM3022AWeld polyethylene and polypropylene pipes using fusion methodUnit code: CPCPCM3022A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to fusion weld polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) (approved as per Australian standards) polymer pipes, and test joints in polymer pipe up to DN100 for water, sanitary and stormwater application only. |
Weld polyethylene and polypropylene pipes using fusion method | |
CPCPCM3023AFabricate and install non-ferrous pressure pipingUnit code: CPCPCM3023A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to determine installation requirements and to fabricate, install and test non-ferrous pressure pipe. |
Fabricate and install non-ferrous pressure piping | |
CPCPGS3055AInstall gas sub-metersUnit code: CPCPGS3055A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to install and test gas sub-meters for gas consumer piping systems. |
Install gas sub-meters | |
CPCPGS3060AInstall LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity exceeding 500 litres and less than 8KLUnit code: CPCPGS3060A Unit description: This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to select, locate, install and test liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) storage facilities with a storage capacity of more than 500 litres but less than 8KL. The storage is connected to consumer piping systems with an operating pressure not exceeding 140kPa. |
Install LPG storage of aggregate storage capacity exceeding 500 litres and less than 8KL |
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more
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Cairns | 12 months | Part time 1 night per week Tuesday |
Classroom | Full fee: $6,635 |
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Townsville (Trade Training Centre Bohle) | 12 months | Part time 1 night per week Tuesday |
Classroom | Full fee: $6,635 |
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STUDY MODE
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Ashmore | Anytime | 6 months | Part time | Classroom | Full fee: $6,635 |
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STUDY MODE
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Acacia Ridge | 28 January 2021 | 6 months | Part time 2 nights per week Tuesday, Thursday |
Classroom Mixed mode | Full fee: $6,240 |
Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.
At TAFE Queensland, we understand that employers need options and flexibility in employee training. We are committed to delivering the flexible training plans you need to get the job done. Choose from workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile training, day release, or a mix of all these options. Learn more
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BLOCK TRAINING
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DAY RELEASE
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MOBILE VAN
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BLOCK TRAINING
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DAY RELEASE
![]() Weekly scheduled training at a TAFE Queensland facility, planned in advance. |
MOBILE VAN
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Ashmore | Apprenticeship |
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BLOCK TRAINING
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DAY RELEASE
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Eagle Farm | Apprenticeship |
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