At a glance
Progress your plumbing career with this mid-level technical course covering a range of specialisations and/or industry licences.
COURSE OUTCOME
CPC40912 Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services
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
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.
Our teachers are qualified tradespeople who have strong industry relationships and are experts at passing their knowledge on to you.
Units
Plumbing and Services – Operations Stream
This stream has an entry requirement of the completion of a relevant trade qualification or equivalent.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:
15 units of competency:
- 12 core units
- 3 elective units.
The units must be completed as follows:
- all four common core units
- all eight core units (Plumbing and Services – Operations Stream)
- three elective units, ensuring that any licensing requirements are addressed.
Hydraulic Services Design Stream
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:
15 units of competency:
- 10 core units
- 5 elective units.
The units must be completed as follows:
- all four common core units
- all six core units in the Hydraulic Services Design Stream
- five elective units.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing and Services - Operations stream | ||
| BSBOHS403B |
Identify hazards and assess OHS risks | |
| BSBSMB401 |
Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business | |
| CPCCBC4012B |
Read and interpret plans and specifications | |
| CPCPCM4011A |
Carry out work-based risk control processes | |
| CPCPCM4012A |
Estimate and cost work | |
| CPCPDR4011B |
Design and size sanitary drainage systems | |
| CPCPDR4012B |
Design and size stormwater drainage systems | |
| CPCPDR4013B |
Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems | |
| CPCPGS4011C |
Design and size consumer gas installations | |
| CPCPRF4011B |
Design and size roof drainage systems | |
| CPCPSN4011B |
Design and size sanitary plumbing systems | |
| CPCPWT4011B |
Design and size heated and cold water services and systems | |
| Plumbing and Services - Hydraulic Services Design stream | ||
| BSBOHS403B |
Identify hazards and assess OHS risks | |
| CPCCBC4012B |
Read and interpret plans and specifications | |
| CPCCBC4034A |
Apply codes and standards to building trade and services contracting | |
| CPCPCM4011A |
Carry out work-based risk control processes | |
| CPCPCM4012A |
Estimate and cost work | |
| CPCPDR4011B |
Design and size sanitary drainage systems | |
| CPCPDR4012B |
Design and size stormwater drainage systems | |
| CPCPDR4013B |
Design and size domestic treatment plant disposal systems | |
| CPCPSN4011B |
Design and size sanitary plumbing systems | |
| CPCPWT4011B |
Design and size heated and cold water services and systems | |
Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing and Services - Operations stream | ||
| CPCPGS4022A |
Service Type A gas appliances | |
| CPCPWT4022A |
Commission and maintain backflow prevention devices | |
| CPCPWT4023A |
Commission and maintain hot and heated water temperature control devices | |
| Plumbing and Services - Hydraulic Services Design stream | ||
| BSBITU202A |
Create and use spreadsheets | |
| CPCPCM4013A |
Produce 2-D architectural drawings using CAD software | |
| CPCPCM4014A |
Prepare simple sketches and drawings | |
| CPCPGS4011C |
Design and size consumer gas installations | |
| CPCPRF4011B |
Design and size roof drainage systems | |
Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.
Ways to study
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
What you need to know about studying on campus
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.
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
Payment options
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.
Upfront payment
This is the total amount you need to pay when you enrol. This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Important Information
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
All students must have a consultation with a teacher prior to enrolment. Only approved students who have completed this consult can be enrolled into this course.
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, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. Please see the relevant documents section for any relevant uniform and resource kit lists required for this course.
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.
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.
How to apply
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. Getting recognition for the skills you've gained from the workplace or previous learning means less study time for you, and getting the paper to prove you're qualified a whole lot sooner. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.
Get started with TAFE Queensland
If you have read and understood the student rules, refund policy, understand your fees and payment options, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and checked you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for this course, you're ready to get started.
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 